For years, the owners of sport-utility vehicles, including the Ford Explorer, remained unaware about the very dangerous safety defects in their vehicles’ tires. However, documents show that both Ford and Firestone, which manufactured the defective tires, were aware of a potential tire tread separation problem. The companies were aware that the separation problem was serious…
Founded in 1921 as Pep Auto Supplies, Pep Boys has become one of the largest automotive service centers in the United States, providing car care and products to consumers across the country. Pep Boys also distributes and installs tires made by numerous tire manufacturers. Unfortunately, since its inception, some Pep Boys tires have been defective…
Many tire manufacturers have pages on their sites dedicated to announcing recalls or providing defective tire reports. Goodyear does not provide this service. In fact, it’s downright difficult to find readily available information about defects or consumer complaints about Goodyear tires. ABC News has even reported on Goodyear’s practice of “silent recalls,” in which they…
There are nearly 11,000 tire-related crashes yearly in the U.S, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). This is why it’s a good idea to stay informed about the latest consumer reports and complaints about your tires, as well as any recalls that might have been issued for your brand and line of…
If you own Michelin tires and want to find more information on Michelin defects or any tire recalls, there are two primary resources you can use to glean more information: the manufacturer’s website and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Staying educated on one of the most important purchases a person can make, your…
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company is the fourth-largest tire manufacturer in the U.S. and the 11th-largest tire manufacturer in the world, according to the manufacturer’s website. If and when the company becomes aware that a line of its tires has a defect, it will issue a recall and remedy the problem, free of charge for…
Continental AG, generally referred to simply as Continental, is a German manufacturer that has been in existence since 1871 and has provided millions of tires for cars around the world. Since its inception, however, it has been the defendant in a host of lawsuits involving defective tires that led to catastrophic accidents resulting in serious…
Over the past decades, certain tire companies have garnered media attention for allegedly providing defective tires to consumers, which have subsequently led to catastrophic accidents resulting in serious injury or death. Firestone Tire and Rubber Company is one such company, and has been involved in a host of lawsuits filed by injured parties as well…
There are few things more important to vehicle safety than good tires. Well-designed tires are crucial to maintaining control of your vehicle, gripping the road especially during periods of inclement weather, and maintaining proper air pressure and overall function to prevent blowouts or other types of tire-related accidents. Without properly-designed and -manufactured tires, a driver…
Continental Tire North America has been at the center of lawsuits and recalls because of some of the brand’s defective tires that have resulted in injuries and deaths. While many of these tires have been recalled, there are still thousands of defective Continental tires on the road today. In fact, an article published in November…
When purchasing a vehicle or vehicle parts, the last thing that most people expect is for that vehicle or vehicle parts to cause them harm. Instead, the majority of consumers assume that the products they purchase will not only provide convenience to their lives, but also contribute to their safety. Unfortunately, this is not always…
Tread separation is the potentially hazardous condition in which the tread of the tire separates from the casing (or body). In order for tire to remain durable and safe, there must be a strong bond between all of the tire’s specialized rubber compounds and its piles of fabric cords and metal wires. When a tread…
Pep Boys is well-known as a tire service center, but is also a tire manufacturer. And while many of the tires that this company creates are free of any problems, others contain defects that have contributed to serious accidents. Many accident victims and their families have initiated defective tire lawsuits to recover compensation for the…
Since 1914, Cooper Tire & Rubber Company has been a competitor in the tire market in the United States, supplying tires to a variety of different types of motor vehicles. And while many of these tires are distributed and used without incident, some contain defects that cause catastrophic accidents, which have led to numerous lawsuits…
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company is known as one of the largest tire companies in the world. And through its history of production, it has been involved in numerous defective tire-related lawsuits due to injuries and even deaths that occurred as a result of using its tires. The following provides information on a sampling of…
Tire defects are not always readily visible, and they may become apparent only after an accident occurs — for example, an accident on I-95 in which retreaded tires may have played a role. Some defects are caught early, such as those that have been the subject of the 46 million recalls on tires announced by…
Founded in 1888 in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin has expanded rapidly into one of the largest tire manufacturers in the entire world. It owns a variety of subsidiary companies and is represented in the public by Bibendum, the large tire-shaped figure commonly referred to as the “Michelin Man.” But among all of its progress, Michelin still…
Tire problems contribute to a surprisingly large amount of car accidents in the United States. According to information compiled in a National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey, which examined 5,470 crashes, nine percent of the accidents involved tire problems during the pre-crash phase, which may have contributed to the wreck. Although many consumers may be…
Tire pressure, generally measured in pounds per square inch (PSI), should be at a specific level in order to prevent any driving problems attributed to under-inflated tires. According to a report on tire pressure monitoring provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), some of the consequences of under-inflated tires include an increased stopping…
Tires are one of the most important parts of your vehicle, and affect everything from vehicle handling to your car’s ability to stop. Therefore, tires that are in good condition are an essential component to keeping you safe on the road. Taking proper care of your tires can: extend their life; improve vehicle handling; improve…
