Firestone will contact tire owners by mail using registration data and Ford customer information. Tires will be replaced free but not right away in all areas because of the large number involved. Tires not immediately replaced should be inspected by a Firestone or Ford dealer. Be alert for a sudden shimmy or vibration or a bulge in the tread. They are signs of possible tread separation.
Correct inflation is crucial .
The sidewalls of underinflated tires flex excessively, creating damaging heat. Ford recommends 26 pounds per square inch for Explorers equipped with these tires. Do not go below that. Firestone suggests 30 psi, which produces a slightly harsher ride. World Report Inc. All rights reserved.