MY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT BRIDGESTONE TURANZA EL-470 TIRE DEVELOPED A BLISTER IN THE SIDEWALL AFTER ONLY 16,803 MILES. FORTUNATELY THE BLISTER WAS SPOTTED DURING A MEAL BREAK IN TEMPLE, TEXAS. WE WERE RETURNING HOME TO SAN ANTONIO FROM DALLAS ON DECEMBER 26, 2010. BECAUSE OF THE HOLIDAY, THE LATE HOUR AND THE UNAVAILABILITY OF A REPLACEMENT WE WERE FORCED TO PAY FOR A HOTEL ROOM IN TEMPLE FOR T…
2009 Honda Fit tires problems
moderate 11 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $150
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$150
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 HONDA FIT EQUIPPED WITH DUNLOP SP SPORT TIRES, LINE SIZE 185/55R 16(N/A). THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN THE CONTACT NOTICED EXCESSIVE TREAD WEAR ON ALL FOUR TIRES. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED BUBBLES DEVELOPING ON THE SIDE WALLS OF BOTH REAR TIRES. THE MANUFACTURER OF THE TIRES AS WELL AS AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THE TIRES WERE ON NATIONAL B…
Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2009 Honda Fit?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 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?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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