1. Toyota 4Runner
  2. Problems
  3. 2005
  4. Tires

2005 Toyota 4Runner Tires Problems

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Owner complaint records in our dataset

Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.

Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
30–60k mi2
150–400k mi1
60–100k mi1

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • January 25, 2018 · 204,179 miles

    Tires

    These tires are not safe. They do not provide adequate traction on dry or wet surfaces. They are extremely slippery and dangerous. They spin when accelerating from a stop at a traffic light on both dry and wet roads. I've had numerous instances where they've spun my wheels or caused my car to fishtail. Yesterday, they caused a serious and scary incident with my son in the car. We were put in a situation where we…

    ODI 11065275

  • June 15, 2012 · 52,000 miles

    Tires · Tread/Belt

    Tl* the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4runner, equipped with cooper discoverer atr tires, size: 265/65/17. The contact was traveling 55 mph when a vibrating sound emitted from the tires. The contact confirmed that the front passenger side tire was flat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer confirmed the failure was caused by tread separation. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired.…

    ODI 10462228

  • May 9, 2011 · 47,241 miles

    Tires

    Tl*the contact owns a 2005 toyota 4-runner. The contact noticed a metal cap attached to the valve stems was frozen, preventing him from removing them. As a result, he was unable to add air to the tires. The contact expressed concern over possibly losing control of the vehicle and crashing due to the tires being under inflated. An authorized dealer refused to remove the frozen caps and informed the contact the tire…

    ODI 10399561

  • September 26, 2008 · 66,540 miles

    Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Tires

    Tire stem valve caps are unable to be removed due to a defect in manufacturing (all 4 tires plus the spare). I am unable to add or remove air from the tires causing a safety hazard. The manufacturer acknowledges the problem but refuses to repair or replace at no charge. The only option offered by the manufacturer is they have offered to break the part off and charge us to replace it (>$500 repair). No accident has…

    ODI 10243511