2007 Honda Accord tires problems
severe 17 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Among the 13 model years of Honda Accord in our records for tires problems, this one ranks #2 by owner-complaint volume.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report a pattern of premature tire failures across multiple brands on 2007 Honda Accords, with sidewall defects being the most common complaint. Michelin Pilot and MXM4 tires consistently show sidewall bubbles or bulges appearing between 4,000 and 10,300 miles, forcing replacement at owner expense. Cooper CS4 tires develop sidewall cracks and slow air leaks after 15,000–22,000 miles despite proper inflation; one owner replaced the same model three times with identical failures. Bridgestone Turanza EL41 and Potenza G109 tires experienced blowouts and cracking at varying mileages. Less common brands—Firestone Champion HR, Aeolus, Sumi Tour Plus, and Arizonian—also show sidewall cracking before rated mileage. Several owners report blowouts at highway speeds (65–70 mph) with little to no warning; one resulted in a crash into a concrete divider. A few owners note that tire dealers blamed road hazards (potholes) or vehicle design, while Michelin offered partial reimbursement in one case. One owner mentions the tire pressure monitoring system failed to alert despite a catastrophic failure. No clear evidence of manufacturer recalls or TSB programs addressing the issue emerges from these complaints.
Same Honda Accord tires reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2009
Failure modes owners describe
Michelin Pilot/MXM4 Sidewall Bubbles and Blowouts
Sidewall bulges or bubbles develop prematurely on Michelin Pilot and Pilot MXM4 tires, sometimes progressing to blowouts. Multiple owners report the same failure repeated after replacement with the identical tire model.
When: 4,000–27,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Bulge or bubble on tire sidewall; Blowout at highway speeds; No prior warning signs in some cases
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement cost $150–$300 per tire; Michelin offered 40% discount in one case; manufacturer paid half in one instance; owners paid out-of-pocket in others
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Michelin offered 40% discount and half-cost reimbursement in at least one case; some tire shops report they are now substituting different tire models
Cooper CS4 Sidewall Cracking and Slow Air Loss
Cooper CS4 tires develop sidewall cracks and slow air leaks without punctures or external damage. Owners report the failure recurring even after replacement with the same model.
When: 15,000–22,000 miles; 2 years or less
Symptoms owners cite: Sidewall cracking; Slow air loss despite no visible punctures; Low tire pressure without full deflation; No evidence of impact or abrasion
Repairs/costs cited: Cannot be repaired due to sidewall failure; replacement required; owners purchased tire protection policies in some cases
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Tire protection policies limit coverage to 12 months or 12,000 miles; no manufacturer recalls or TSBs mentioned
Bridgestone Turanza EL41 Blowouts
Bridgestone Turanza EL41 tires experienced explosive failures at relatively low mileage with good tread remaining and no prior warning from tire pressure monitoring system.
When: 19,700 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Tire explosion at highway speed (65–70 mph); Audible blowout; No prior warning from TPMS; Tread appeared good per mechanic inspection
Repairs/costs cited: Multiple tires failed and were replaced; no repair note on cost or warranty
Bridgestone Potenza G109 and Firestone Champion HR Cracking
Bridgestone Potenza G109 GRID and Firestone Champion HR tires develop cracks, with Potenza cracking and Firestone splitting observed on front and rear tires.
When: 40,000 miles (Firestone); 70,000 miles (Bridgestone)
Symptoms owners cite: Sidewall or general cracking; Tire splitting (Firestone)
Repairs/costs cited: Replacement required
Aeolus Steering Acexas AU02 Multiple Sidewall Bulges
Aeolus Acexas AU02 tire developed three bulges in the sidewall after limited use, without impact, flat-running, or accident.
When: 8,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Multiple bulges in sidewall; No evidence of impact or accident
Sumi Tour Plus Blowout at Highway Speed
Sumi Tour Plus LST tire experienced a blowout at highway speed after fewer than 15,000 miles.
When: Under 15,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Blowout at 70 mph on highway
Arizonian Silver Edition Premature Cracking
Arizonian Silver Edition tires, rated for 60,000 miles, developed sidewall cracks on two of four tires before reaching one-third of rated life.
When: Under 20,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Sidewall cracking
Tire Separation During Low-Speed Stopping
One tire experienced separation while the vehicle was stopping at a traffic light, indicated by loud hissing.
When: <UNKNOWN>
Symptoms owners cite: Tire separation; Loud hissing sound
Catastrophic Tire Failure with TPMS Non-Response
Right rear tire experienced catastrophic failure; tire pressure had been checked recently and was acceptable, but TPMS did not alert prior to failure.
When: <UNKNOWN>
Symptoms owners cite: Catastrophic tire failure; TPMS failure to alert
Michelin Tire Blowout with Crash and Injury
Rear passenger Michelin Pilot tire blowout at highway speed caused vehicle to spin out of control and crash into a concrete divider, resulting in hospitalization of one passenger.
When: 4,000 miles; less than one year old (August 2008)
Symptoms owners cite: Blowout with no prior warning signs; Loss of vehicle control at 65 mph while slowing
Synthesized from 17 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2007 Honda Accord?
It's a meaningful issue. 17 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 15 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 12,254 and 65,000 miles, with the median around 29,340. A quarter of owners report trouble before 12,254; a quarter make it past 65,000. 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.