2005 Chrysler 300 tires problems

Dt: contact purchased a 2005 chrysler 300 limited edition sedan on 7-27-05. He drove it home. The next day his wife parked vehicle in the parking lot where she worked. 30 minutes later, the manager of the building called contact wife's office informing her there was a car on fire in the parking lot. Flames came out of the engine block. The car was totally destroyed in less than 24 hours after purchasing it. The car parked next to contact's vehicle was destroyed, as well as 2 or 3 other cars were damaged.

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chrysler 300. The vehicle has continental tires, size p/225/60/r18. The contact noticed abnormal tread wear on the tires. The dealer would not assist because the tires were not under warranty. The tires were replaced at the cost of $785. The contact still has possession of the tires and is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 24,000 and current mileage was 25,000. Updated 3/19/09 updated 03/23/09.