POL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all brands of ground and spare tires currently in use by Toyota. This information must be kept near the point of vehicle sale and be available to any customer that requests it. Customers can find this information on the Owner?s section of Toyota.com. Dealers can locate a copy of this guide on the Claims Processing & Resource Center in Dealer Daily as well.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2008 Toyota Camry tires problems
moderate 13 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150 · see tires across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur. With run-flat t
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗TSB: REVISION NOTICE February 12, 2018 Rev2: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2015 ? 2018 model year vehicles. January 23, 2014 Rev1: ? Applicability has been updated to include 2013 ? 2014 model year vehicles. Any previous printed versions of this bulletin should be discarded. Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur. With run-flat t
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Toyota vehicles are equipped with either conventional or run-flat tires. Sometimes punctures may occur as a result of contact with road debris or other hazards. If a puncture occurs, it may be possible to repair the tire and return it to service. With a conventional tire it is not possible to drive for an extended amount of time with the tire at low pressures as damage to the tire may occur. With run-flat tires, due to reinforced sidewalls, it is possible to drive for up to 100 miles (160 km) at speeds less than 55 mph (90 km/h) with little or no damage to the tire.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners of 2008 Camrys consistently report Bridgestone Turanza EL400-02 tires (the OEM fitment) wearing out prematurely. Tread drops to 2/32–3/32 inches—near regulatory limits—by 13,000 to 25,000 miles, despite regular rotation and proper alignment. One owner saw cupping visible by 5,000 miles and severe enough to require replacement by 25,000 miles. Toyota's tire warranty caps out at 12,000 miles or one year; Bridgestone has replaced tires in some cases after confirming abnormal wear, though not uniformly.
Snow and ice traction is another recurring complaint. A hybrid owner reported multiple skids on less than an inch of snow, poor braking response, and inability to climb minor slopes while other vehicles passed—issues that improved only after swapping to Michelin tires. OEM Bridgestones also failed suddenly: one blew out at 5,000 miles on highway speeds with no puncture or road damage found; two Toyo tires blew out nearly back-to-back at 700 miles (near-new condition). A Hankook tire developed a sidewall bubble and blew out at 10,000 miles. While some complaints involve aftermarket tires or used-car purchases, the bulk center on OEM Bridgestone durability and winter performance failures.
Same Toyota Camry tires reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2007 · 2009
Failure modes owners describe
Premature tread wear (Bridgestone Turanza EL400-02)
OEM Bridgestone Turanza tires wearing to regulatory limits well before expected service life. Owners report tread depth dropping to 2/32–3/32 inches by 13,000–25,000 miles, despite regular rotation, balance, and proper alignment. One owner saw tread gone by 22,241 miles; another had severe cupping by 15,000 miles requiring replacement at 25,000 miles.
When: 13,000–25,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Tread worn significantly below regulatory limits at low mileage; Cupping visible by 5,000 miles, severe by 15,000 miles; Poor snow/slippery-surface traction; Tires bald or near-bald by 18,000–25,000 miles
Repairs/costs cited: Bridgestone warrantied replacement after dispute for some owners; Toyota dealership warranty limited to 12,000 miles or 1 year. Owners paid out-of-pocket replacement costs or escalated to Bridgestone.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota warranty: 12,000 miles or 1 year. Bridgestone offered case-by-case replacement after confirmation of abnormal wear; declined warranty on some complaints citing maintenance not being owner responsibility.
Sidewall bubble and blowout (Hankook Ventus V4 ES)
Hankook tire developed large sidewall bubble and subsequently blew out at sidewall before owner could replace it. This represents a sudden, catastrophic failure mode distinct from wear.
When: ~10,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Large bubble visible in tire sidewall; Sidewall blowout
Repairs/costs cited: Tire was replaced by owner.
Early-life blowout (Bridgestone Turanza EL400, Toyo tires)
Two separate incidents of blowout at very low mileage with no evidence of puncture, debris, or road damage. One Bridgestone blew at 5,000 miles; two Toyo tires blew out within one day at 700 miles (nearly new). No impact or pothole damage found by roadside assistance or dealer.
When: 700 miles (Toyo); 5,000 miles (Bridgestone)
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden blowout while driving at highway speeds (65–70 mph); No visible puncture or road damage upon inspection; Multiple blowouts in quick succession (Toyo)
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer replaced tires at no cost.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota/dealer replaced tire free; no root cause explanation provided.
Sidewall crack (Futura 2000 LTE)
Aftermarket Futura tire (not OEM) developed sidewall crack on freeway after 15,000 miles with no reported impact or puncture.
When: 15,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Sidewall crack on freeway; No nail or debris found
Repairs/costs cited: Tire was replaced (at Pep Boys in Nov. 2009).
Highway vibration (General Altimaz tire)
Used 2008 Camry equipped with aftermarket General GT Altimax tires exhibits vibration at 55 mph highway speeds.
When: Not specified; present at purchase
Symptoms owners cite: Vibration while driving at 55 mph on highway
Poor snow/ice performance (OEM Bridgestone, braking issues)
OEM Bridgestone tires on 2008 Camry Hybrid exhibited poor traction and braking performance on snow from purchase. Vehicle skidded multiple times on minimal snow accumulation (less than 1 inch) and could not climb small slopes while other vehicles passed without issue. Owner eventually replaced with Michelin tires; stability improved but braking/stability concerns persisted.
When: From purchase (Nov. 2009 winter driving)
Symptoms owners cite: Excessive skidding on snow and ice; Inefficient braking on snow; Inability to climb small slopes on snowy roads; Vehicle instability in winter conditions
Repairs/costs cited: Owner replaced OEM Bridgestone tires with Michelin high-quality tires; stability improved post-replacement.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Toyota opened case file (#0912105992 / Incident: 091126-000277) on Nov. 26, 2009, but no case manager contact occurred despite follow-up. Dealer acknowledged multiple complaints about poor hybrid performance in snow.
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2008 Toyota Camry?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 13 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Across the 11 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 15,000 and 35,374 miles, with the median around 19,873. A quarter of owners report trouble before 15,000; a quarter make it past 35,374. 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/2008/Toyota/Camry.
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