Bought 4 new hankook dynapro mt in size lt275-65-18 on 8/10/2009. As of 12/29/10 these tires have serious sidewall cracking and discount tire said I need to replace these asap as this is a safety concern. They only have about 15,000 miles on them. I did some searching and it appears that other people have had this same issue with these tires. *tr
2007 Toyota Tundra tires problems
severe 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
15
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
1crash
When does it fail?
Of the 15 tires complaints filed for the 2007 Toyota Tundra, 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
Of the 7 model years of Toyota Tundra we track for tires problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 15.
No new NHTSA tires complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 15 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
The failure pattern owners describe
Buyer takeaway: 2007 Tundra owners report multiple tire failures across different brands—blowouts, tread cracking, and sidewall bubbles—often under 10,000 miles, with dealers routinely refusing warranty coverage. TPMS malfunction in at least one case reportedly caused pedal sticking and loss of control.
Owners report a pattern of tire failures on 2007 Tundras across multiple tire brands. Bridgestone Dueler tires experienced blowouts and sidewall separations at mileages under 10,000 miles while driving at highway speeds. One owner's tire completely disintegrated at 75 mph with no warning; another tire blew out at 70 mph with no puncture found in the tread.
B.F. Goodrich Rugged Trail T/A and Hankook Dynapro MT tires developed longitudinal cracking in the tread crown starting around 13,000 miles, with one owner reporting the cracks continued to grow and produce rumbling noise. Pirelli Scorpion STR tires developed sidewall bubbles.
When owners brought failures to dealers, Toyota declined tire warranty coverage and directed them to tire manufacturers. In one case, the manufacturer offered a $700 discount on a new vehicle instead of replacing the failed tires. Tire dealers replaced failed tires at owner expense or stated the original tire model was no longer available.
Separately, one owner with a dealer-installed lift and larger tires reports the TPMS warning light stays on continuously and the system malfunction causes the gas pedal to stick when activated, compromising vehicle control. The dealership told him this was normal operation. A TPMS receiver was diagnosed as needing replacement but the repair was not completed.
Failure modes owners describe
Tire blowout/sudden failure
Multiple owners report tires exploding or blowing out at highway speeds with little warning. Bridgestone Dueler and Bridgestone/Firestone Dueler A/T 693 models account for several incidents. One sidewall separated entirely from the tire body while traveling at 75 mph. Another tire blew out at 70 mph with no puncture found in the tread. These occur on relatively new tires with low mileage.
When: 7,997 miles; 4,000 miles; 9,000 miles; 5,000 miles; 7,900 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Tire explodes at highway speed; Sidewall separation from main tire body; Blowout with no tread puncture; Tire disintegrates while driving
Repairs/costs cited: Owner at 7,997 miles: Dealer declined warranty coverage; owner purchased replacement tire. Owner at 4,000 miles: Tire replaced at owner expense; original tire unavailable. Owner at 9,000 miles: Purchased full set of four replacement tires of different brand. Owner at 5,000 miles: Replaced spare tire. Owner at 7,900 miles: No repair noted.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota declined warranty coverage on tires; referred owners to tire dealers. Manufacturer offered one owner $700 discount on future vehicle purchase instead of tire replacement. Bridgestone/Firestone warranty does not cover tires sold as original equipment.
Tread cracking
Multiple owners report longitudinal cracks appearing in the tread crown on all four tires, beginning at relatively low mileage. B.F. Goodrich Rugged Trail T/A and Hankook Dynapro MT models are cited. Cracks run along both outer and inner sides of the tread and grow larger over time. One owner noted visible cracks at 13,000 miles with 9/32 inches of tread remaining and associated loud rumbling noise.
When: 13,000 miles; 15,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Longitudinal cracks in tread crown; Cracks on both outer and inner tread sides; Cracks growing larger and longer; Loud rumbling noise from tires
Repairs/costs cited: Owners replaced tires at their own expense.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota and Michelin both refused to take corrective action on B.F. Goodrich tires. No manufacturer response documented for Hankook Dynapro MT cracking.
Sidewall bubbles/delamination
Pirelli Scorpion STR tires developed bubbles in the sidewall without apparent cause. Owner reports three defective Pirelli tires all exhibiting the same bubble failure mode.
Symptoms owners cite: Sidewall bubbles on tires
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer sent defective tires back to manufacturer for investigation; no resolution reported.
TPMS malfunction with pedal sticking
TPMS alarm light illuminates on the dash and stays on persistently. One owner with aftermarket lift and larger tires reports the TPMS light triggers repeatedly and, when activated, causes the gas pedal to stick, affecting vehicle control. Dealership dismissed the symptom as normal. Another owner reports TPMS receiver malfunction diagnosed but vehicle not repaired.
When: Multiple occurrences since purchase; 84,591 miles
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light stays on continuously; Light comes on multiple times; Gas pedal sticking when TPMS light activates; Loss of vehicle control reported
Repairs/costs cited: One owner reports TPMS receiver replacement diagnosed as necessary but not performed. No other repairs documented.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealership stated the TPMS light condition was normal, despite owner's safety concerns. No manufacturer response to the TPMS malfunction complaint.
Tire size mismatch between vehicle and spare
Vehicle sold with P275/65/R18 tires but spare tire sized as P255/70/R18. Owner's manual identified this as very dangerous. Dealer and manufacturer communications were unclear about responsibility for correction.
When: At 900 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Spare tire size differs significantly from vehicle tires
Repairs/costs cited: No repair completed. Dealer advised owner to contact manufacturer; manufacturer told owner dealer would handle replacement. Neither party resolved the issue.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer stated dealer would replace tires; dealer deferred to manufacturer. No corrective action taken.
Poor tread design (lack of water channels)
B.F. Goodrich Rugged Trail tires lack outer water channels to displace water, creating hydroplaning risk. Owner reports reading multiple consumer reviews documenting the same concern on these tires.
Symptoms owners cite: Hydroplaning during wet conditions; No water displacement channels in tread design
Synthesized from 15 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Bf goodrich rugged trail tires have no outer water channels to displace water. I have these tires on my 07 Toyota tundra and hydroplaning is a big concern. I've searched for consumer reviews and have read where others have the same concern. *tr
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2007 Toyota Tundra?
It's a meaningful issue. 15 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 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 6,000 and 17,982 miles, with the median around 9,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 6,000; a quarter make it past 17,982. 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)
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nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Toyota/Tundra.
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