Tl* - the bridgestone dueler tire exploded. The contact was driving 72 MPH . The weather conditions were dry. The contact has the damaged tire. The 2005 Honda crv had approximately 34,000 miles on it. The contact did not strike a road hazard. There were no warning signs or indicator lights. The vehicle started to swerve, and the tire exploded. The contact managed to pull the vehicle…
2005 Honda CR-V tires problems
severe 11 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
1crash
1injury
When does it fail?
Of the 11 tires complaints filed for the 2005 Honda CR-V, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 25,000-50,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 19 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 684 tires on 2005 CR-Vs are showing premature failure across multiple distinct modes. Steel belt separation in rear tires shows up early—one owner at 15,730 miles reported broken steel belts in both rear tires with no impact event, no alignment issues. Sidewall cracking appears in some sets: inch-long deep cracks across all four tires on one vehicle purchased in fall 2008, unrelated to impact. Tread separation is occurring mid-life: at 51,000-52,000 miles, tread chunks have come off while driving at highway speeds (60 mph). Catastrophic blowouts happen at low and high mileage alike—one at 6,000 miles in a parking lot, others at 34,000 and highway speeds (60-72 mph) with the sidewall separating cleanly around the perimeter or exploding outright. One owner installed four new Duelers and found lateral runout variation of 0.055" to 0.070" across three tires from the Tokyo plant (week 44, 2009), causing steering vibration that persisted after three balancing attempts. No warning signs precede most failures—no noise, no dash lights, tire pressure checks that morning showed normal. Dealership inspections at routine service have missed obvious wear and damage. Bridgestone has denied warranty coverage and in one case claimed the tire wasn't OEM or in their system, despite clear documentation.
Same Honda CR-V tires reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008
Failure modes owners describe
Steel belt separation
Internal steel belts breaking without impact or puncture, occurring in both rear tires
When: 15,730 miles; 2 years after purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Loud noise from tire area; No visible external damage; No impact or road hazard involved
Repairs/costs cited: Dealership offered replacement with Yamaha tires at $89.41–$103.91 per tire installed plus disposal fees
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership stated no warranty on Bridgestone tires
Sidewall cracking
Deep cracks in tire sidewalls, appearing across all four tires on the same vehicle
When: Discovered within a few years of fall 2008 purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Multiple inch-long cracks in sidewalls; Cracks appear deep; Tread depth still 7/32"; Concern for blowout risk
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Michelin (contacted by owner) attributed cracks to sun exposure; Michelin stopped making Harmony brand tires
Catastrophic sidewall blowout / separation
Sudden loss of tire pressure with sidewall rupture or complete separation around tire perimeter
When: 6,000 miles; 34,000 miles; 51,000–52,000 miles; 70 mph expressway
Symptoms owners cite: Abrupt pressure loss during highway driving; Sidewall blown out 2–3 inches in jagged pattern or clean separation around perimeter; Vehicle swerve or rough handling before failure; No prior warning signs or noise; No road hazard or puncture found
Repairs/costs cited: One blowout at 6,000 miles caused injury (broken neck, concussion, facial laceration); tires replaced by owner or roadside assistance
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Bridgestone refused warranty claim in one case, claiming tire was not OEM and not found in their system despite documentation
Tread separation
Chunks of tread separating and coming off the tire while driving
When: 51,000 miles; discovered at 52,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Clicking sound while driving 60 mph; Vehicle driving roughly; Tread visible rolling across road; No prior warning or tire rotation inspection had caught it
Repairs/costs cited: Roadside assistance replaced tires
Excessive tire runout / balance issue
Lateral and radial runout variation among new tires causing steering vibration
When: After new Dueler 684 installation (week 44, 2009 manufacture date)
Symptoms owners cite: Steering vibration persisting after three balancing attempts; Lateral runout 0.055–0.070" across three Tokyo-plant tires; Radial runout 0.060–0.065"; Fourth tire from Mexico plant had very low runout
Repairs/costs cited: Tires balanced three times; issue unresolved
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Vibration in steering system of car after installing 4 new bridgestone dueller 684 tires. Tires have been balanced 3 times but vibration continues. Checked lateral runout on tires and found it to vary from .055 to .070" while radial runout was found to be ..060" to .065". These reading were from 3 tires manufactured in tokyo plant in week 44 of 2009. A 4th tire manufactured in a mexico plant…
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2005 Honda CR-V?
It's a meaningful issue. 11 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $150.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 12,500 and 51,000 miles, with the median around 25,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 12,500; a quarter make it past 51,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $150 for tires repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2005/Honda/CR-V.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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