NHTSA Complaint #11438095 — 2018 RAM 3500

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500 equipped with Nexen Tires, Tire Line: Roadian HTX, Tire Size: LT235/80/R17, DOT Number: 8EX6. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the contact noticed the vehicle was bouncing while driving. The contact was able to continue driving to work. After exiting the vehicle, the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that a bubble had started to form on the front driver’s side tire. Additionally, the contact became aware of tread separation on the tire. The contact took the vehicle to a local dealer who inspected the vehicle and offered to replace the tires with new tires. The contact declined and informed the dealer that he would seek assistance from the tire manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 27,362.