Hello Everyone!
I had the Run Flat Monitor constantly lighting up and I was constantly checking the air in the tires. Eventually I caught the first tire at 1800 miles which I had to have remounted for $15. I wasn't so lucky with the second tire at 2600 miles (just last week). That went totally flat and was irreparable, costing me $140. Pirelli pro-rated the tire at 50%, else it would have been closer to $250.
What is really upsetting is the fact that the Mini Owner's Manual states that the car can be driven for 155 miles; my tire didn't even last 30 miles. I'm concerned now about whether the other two tires were properly mounted, too.
I'm hoping to speak with the Factory rep the next time he visits the dealer about getting a re-imbursement and having the other two tires checked for correct mounting.
Have any of you had similar problems? If so, I was advised by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) to file a VOQ
(Vehicle Owner Questionnaire), being as detailed as possible of tire brand, size, and model with your make, model, year and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the vehicle. You can file a VOQ directly on line at: www.safercar.gov
When enough problems are reported (via VOQ), NHTSA will investigate.
Also, if you have had such problems, I'd appreciate your acknowledgment, so when I speak with the Factory Rep, I'll have more support for my problem.
Many thanks.
spmprnl
I had the Run Flat Monitor constantly lighting up and I was constantly checking the air in the tires. Eventually I caught the first tire at 1800 miles which I had to have remounted for $15. I wasn't so lucky with the second tire at 2600 miles (just last week). That went totally flat and was irreparable, costing me $140. Pirelli pro-rated the tire at 50%, else it would have been closer to $250.
What is really upsetting is the fact that the Mini Owner's Manual states that the car can be driven for 155 miles; my tire didn't even last 30 miles. I'm concerned now about whether the other two tires were properly mounted, too.
I'm hoping to speak with the Factory rep the next time he visits the dealer about getting a re-imbursement and having the other two tires checked for correct mounting.
Have any of you had similar problems? If so, I was advised by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) to file a VOQ
(Vehicle Owner Questionnaire), being as detailed as possible of tire brand, size, and model with your make, model, year and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) of the vehicle. You can file a VOQ directly on line at: www.safercar.gov
When enough problems are reported (via VOQ), NHTSA will investigate.
Also, if you have had such problems, I'd appreciate your acknowledgment, so when I speak with the Factory Rep, I'll have more support for my problem.
Many thanks.
spmprnl