{"count":1,"message":"Results returned successfully","results":[{"odiNumber":11619630,"manufacturer":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.","crash":false,"fire":false,"numberOfInjuries":0,"numberOfDeaths":0,"dateOfIncident":"08/19/2024","dateComplaintFiled":"10/14/2024","vin":"1V2TR2CA7MC","components":"TIRES","summary":"Tire: Continental CrossContact LX Sport 255/50 R20 105T  Incident Description: While traveling about 65mph, in the center lane of I-40, under clear weather conditions, the vehicle, a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium, experienced a sudden and catastrophic failure of the left rear tire. No object or pothole was hit in the road. The failure was characterized by a loud noise, an immediate deceleration of the vehicle, and significant vibrations.  No warning lamps, messages or other symptoms prior to the failure.   Actions Taken: The vehicle was safely maneuvered from the center lane to the right shoulder of the highway without further incident. Upon exiting the vehicle, a visual inspection revealed that the left rear tire had exploded, causing extensive damage to the vehicle’s left side. The damage included significant harm to the wheel well, rear suspension, and other structural and mechanical components. Additionally, remnants of the tire were found in the middle of the highway that were unable to be retrieved safely.  Subsequent Measures: The vehicle was towed from the scene on a flatbed truck to a repair center and damage was repaired.  Tire was submitted to Continental for review under a property damage claim. Continental declined culpability, citing potential previous damage to the tire sidewall that may not have been visible. Tire had no visible damage prior to the blow-out.","products":[{"type":"Vehicle","productYear":"2021","productMake":"VOLKSWAGEN","productModel":"ATLAS","manufacturer":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc."},{"type":"Tire","productYear":"9999","productMake":"CONTINENTAL","productModel":"CROSSCONTACT LX SPORT","size":"255/50R20 105T","manufacturer":"Continental Tire the Americas, LLC"}]}]}