Service bulletin - For any TPMS-related warranty repairs, all recorded DTCs must now be entered into the warranty claim. Make sure your repair order includes those DTCs.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2009 Honda CR-V 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
When does it fail?
Of the 13 tires complaints filed for the 2009 Honda CR-V, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 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
Among the 16 model years of Honda CR-V in our records for tires problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
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.
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.
DEALER MESSAGE -SERVICE ENGINEERING IS INTERESTED IN COLLECTING TIRES FROM 2009-2011 CR-VS WITH VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(VIN) STARTING WITH 5J6**** OR 3CZ**** THAT EXHIBIT ALLEGED PREMATURE OR UNEVEN WEAR. TO FULLY UNDERSTAND THE CAUSE OF THIS CONDITION, SERVICE ENGINEERING WOULD LIKE TO GATHER PERTINENT INFORMATION ABOUT THE VEHICLE PRIOR TO HAVING TIRES COLLECTED AND SHIPPED.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HONDA: TIRES MAY WEAR PREMATURELY OR UNEVEN. SERVICE ENGINEERING REQUESTS TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE BEFORE TIRES ARE COLLECTED AND SHIPPED.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HONDA: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE PREMATURE OR UNEVEN WEAR OF THE TIRES. SERVICE ENGINEERING REQUEST INFORMATION ABOUT THE VEHICLE BEFORE COLLECTING AND SHIPPING THE TIRES.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HONDA: THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, POWER ON, BUT IN ACCESSORY; NEVER USE CONVENTIONAL WHEEL & TIRE ASSEMBLIES ON PAX VEHICLES; MIL ON AFTER THROTTLE BODY CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT; S/M FIX BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING, DIALOGUE FOR DVD SURROUND SOUND FROM FRONT SPEAKERS ONLY. VARIOUS MODELS AND MODEL YEARS.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners consistently report that original-equipment tires on the 2009 CR-V wear out far faster than normal, with replacement recommended between 13,000 and 30,000 miles. Tire wear is even across all four tires and occurs despite regular rotation and alignment. The vehicle comes equipped with Continental 4X4 Contact, Yokohama, Firestone FR710, and Bridgestone Dueller tires, depending on production date.
Two specific failure modes emerge: belt separation in Bridgestone Dueller tires (noted as early as 500 miles) causing vibration and veering, and tread separation in Bridgestone Dueller tires, producing a roaring sound. One owner reported two blowouts in the front passenger tire within 20,000 miles on Continental tires.
Vibration and steering shake are common symptoms when tire failure occurs, often accompanied by the vehicle pulling left or right. Dealers initially attempt to correct these issues through balancing and alignment before identifying the tires as defective. Owners are frustrated that replacement tires are either the same problematic brand or cost $600+. Honda states the tires are not the manufacturer's responsibility. One owner notes that a dealer technician acknowledged the CR-V problem is widespread among other CR-V owners and dealers.
Same Honda CR-V tires reports on nearby years: 2007 · 2008 · 2011
Failure modes owners describe
Premature overall tire wear
All four original-equipment tires wear completely despite proper alignment, rotation, and even wear patterns. Replacement needed well before typical tire life expectancy.
When: 13,000 to 30,000 miles; typically 14-24 months of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: tires completely worn or bald; tires softening or losing condition; even wear across all tires despite rotation
Repairs/costs cited: Full tire replacement; Continental tires $633.60+; dealers initially recommend identical replacement tires
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Honda states tires are not manufacturer responsibility; no recalls or TSBs mentioned by owners
Belt separation in Bridgestone Dueller tires
Belt structure fails in Bridgestone Dueller tires, causing unsafe tire condition. Can occur very early in tire life. Two tires on one vehicle had belt separation at under 500 miles.
When: Under 500 miles on new vehicle; also reported at 15,000 to 20,000 miles on replacement tires
Symptoms owners cite: severe vibration; vehicle veering left and right; vibration felt like bald spot on tire
Repairs/costs cited: Tire and rim replacement required; initial balancing and alignment did not resolve; problem persisted after first replacement
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recalls or warranty programs mentioned; Honda denies responsibility
Tread separation in Bridgestone Dueller tires
Tread begins to separate from tire carcass, producing audible warning. Occurred in at least two vehicles with Bridgestone Dueller equipment tires.
When: 15,300 miles; also reported at early mileage in other narratives
Symptoms owners cite: roaring sound from tire; sound moves between tires after rotation; owner identified as tread separation risk
Repairs/costs cited: One owner proactively replaced all four Bridgestone Duellers with Goodyear; dealer technician agreed with tread separation diagnosis
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No recalls or TSBs mentioned
Tire blowouts
Complete tire failure with rapid air loss. One owner experienced two front passenger tire blowouts on Continental tires within 20,000 miles.
When: At 5,000 miles and again at 15,000 miles; total of two failures under 20,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: tire blowout while driving; sudden tire failure
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replacement; cause unclear to owner (road conditions vs. manufacturing defect)
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Dealer stated tires were not under recall
Vibration and steering shake from tire defects
Violent shaking in steering wheel or general vibration when tire structural defects occur. Often occurs without warning at highway speeds and mistaken for alignment or balance issues.
When: Early in tire life; one instance at 65,000 miles vehicle mileage (50-mile tire life marker unclear)
Symptoms owners cite: steering wheel vibration at highway speed; violent steering shake without warning; vehicle veering
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer initially suspected rim issue; independent mechanic confirmed tires were out of round; tire replacement recommended but not completed by owner
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Manufacturer made aware; no action taken
TPMS false warnings
Tire Pressure Monitoring System light activates randomly while driving, unrelated to actual tire pressure. Persists after TPMS sensor and box replacement.
When: Ongoing issue after approximately 3 years of ownership
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light coming on randomly; light persists while driving; problem continues after sensor and box replacement
Repairs/costs cited: TPMS sensors replaced; TPMS box replaced; problem unresolved
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No TSBs available; no fix provided; dealer representative acknowledged issue is widespread among other owners
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
My Honda crv 2009 with 15,300 miles began developing a roar in the right rear tire. I had the tires rotated and the roar moved to left front. I told the dealer it sounds like a tread separating, and his mechanic agreed. We were going on a long trip and (I was a mechanic for 40 years) I decided for safety reasons to replaced all four bridgestone dullers with goodyear. *tr
Had tires trouble with your 2009 Honda CR-V?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2009 Honda CR-V?
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 10 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most tires failures cluster between 16,509 and 27,500 miles, with the median around 24,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 16,509; a quarter make it past 27,500. 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/2009/Honda/CR-V.
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