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Darwin, you are correct, and I certainly did not mean to get people upset. If even the worst tires are not abused, they will probably not fail. Years ago I had a car with re- grooved tires (used car dealers routinely cut the tread deeper on bald, worn out tires to avoid replacing them.) I drove at high speeds and was lucky, and never even realized how unsafe they were until I had a flat and got them replaced. On the other hand many people will drive an SUV at high speeds and put extra stress on an already compromised tire. SUVs have a high center of gravity, so they can flip over easier than a lower vehicle, and they are often driven over rough terrain. All these factors together make it important not to drive on tires with known defects. Fifty accident deaths seem like a small number, unless one of them is a relative or friend! So if I had a recalled tire on my vehicle I would not wait several months for an adjustment, I would probably get them replaced and just hold them until I could get credit. If Firestone cannot make tires fast enough to replace the defective ones, they should offer refunds or another brand...... I am sorry if I caused anyone to panic! Ken B