| Issue ID | 641116 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10200351 |
| Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Brand | LINCOLN |
| Model | ZEPHYR |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 01/07/07 |
| Component | TIRES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | One michelin energy s8 mxva p225/50 r17 tire was losing air on my 2006 lincoln zephyr. The was visible side wall separation on the inside of the tire and also, 180 degrees on the outside. Dealer/michelin claimed is was result of hitting a pot hole. There was no other damage to vehicle. Defect was not covered by warranty. Had 20,000 miles at time of complaint. It is my understanding that other individuals had same issues with michelin tires.... |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | GIBRALTAR, MI |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | Y |
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