Issue ID | 1432916 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11055081 |
Manufacurer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Brand | VOLKSWAGEN |
Model | JETTA |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 15/12/17 |
Component | TIRES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Toyo 225/45r-17xl 94v ultra z-900 all season bw, dot 73h8 2650116. 2013 jetta tdi vin [xxx] two of these tires failed on my vehicle. In both cases the sidewall developed a bulge on the outer sidewall and had to be replaced. The first incident occurred within 3400 miles. The next failure occurred within 22000 miles. These tires are rated for 65000 miles. In the first case les schwab replaced it at no charge. The second failure was replaced at a cost to me of $143. 93. Has there been a recall on these tires. Since 2 out of 5 tires failed in the same manner within 22,000 miles, i suspect there might be. Can you tell me if there is? Thank you! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6). |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 3391 |
Number of Occurences | 2 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | MONTAGUE, CA |
VIN pattern | 3VWLL7AJ4DMXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 23/04/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
Drive train type | FWD |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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