Firestone · Canada · High
Firestone Wilderness LE P265/70R16: Tires
Affects Firestone Wilderness LE P265/70R16 · 2000 — about 865 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain tires installed on 2000 GMC Yukon XL and as optional equipment on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 series, a lack of adhesion between the wire and skim compound in the number 1 steel belt can result in tread belt separation. This can cause tire failure and possible loss of vehicle control. Correction: Tires will be replaced.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational