2008 Honda Civic: tire blowout or tread separation

Filed Jan 25, 2020 · Wheels · 164,000 miles · PA

My honda civic experienced severe rear tire wear on the inside edges about 10 months after purchase (as a new vehicle). In october 2009, the dealer replaced both rear upper control arms as described in honda service bulletin 08-001, which has since been replaced by sb 13-047 (attached). The arm replacement was intended to return the tire camber angle to zero (see alignment criteria in last page of tsb) so the the wheel would be perpendicular to the road, and no longer cause wear at the inside edges. At a recent inspection, the tires were again found to be worn at the inside edges: there was about 1/4 inch of tread on the outside edge, but the cords were showing on the inside edges. I validated that the dealer had actually installed new control arms (they are marked with a "c" as described in the bulletin). Using a level, I determined that the top edge of the wheel was leaning inward about 9/16" inch, so it is apparent that the replacement arms do not correct the camber angle problem. It is true that the tire wear rate has been reduced by the replacement arms. However, since the inside edge wear is not obvious without crawling under the car, this condition could lead to tire failure. I corrected the problem by installing aftermarket control arms that have a length adjustment, which allows the correct camber to be achieved during alignment. As shown on page 1 of the sb, the honda arm has no length adjustment.

Filed Mar 15, 2018 · 222,000 miles · GA

I bought a set of four(4) dextero dtr1 205/55/r16 tires in february 2017. Within a year 3 of the 4 tires had rot on the inside wall, which was not visible, and the tire blew up while driving it. While researching this problem I learned that other dextero dtr1 model tires have been found to have the exact same defect my tires had, but because my tire is a different size tire it is not part of the recall. Since my tires have the same defects that the other tires did, and because it has been determined that this defect can kill people, I believe that this recall should cover these same tires and the manufacturer should in good faith replace these tires with some that won't put my life at risk.

Filed Dec 1, 2016 · Tires · 195,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 honda civic equipped with westlake tires (na), size: p205/55/16 (na). While driving 50 MPH, there was a vibration in the tires. The contact performed a diagnostic test on the tires and determined that the tires needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the tires were purchased recently. The vehicle failure mileage was 195,000. The VIN and tire failure mileage were not provided.

Filed Sep 9, 2014 · Suspension · 85,000 miles · CA

Uneven tire wear on the inside tread of rear wheels. Can't see the wear since it is on the inside so the tire looks fine on the outside but is worn so bad on the inside a blowout could happen easily. Problem caused belt separation and extreme uneven wear. This is due to a defect in the suspension design. This is costing a ton of money in replacement tires and tires for this model car cost a fortune.

Filed Mar 11, 2013 · Suspension · AZ

Excessive rear wheel wear(inside on both tires) causing premature replacement and possible tire failure.

Filed Mar 21, 2011 · Suspension · 12,500 miles · VA

The rear tires have worn out at 12000 and again at 23000 miles. Two different manufacturers of tires and all rotations and alignments were accomplished on schedule. Tire manufacturers will not accept responsibility and honda has stated that they are not responsible for tire failures. There are many more people listed on various internet auto problem sites that have encountered exactly the same problem as I have with the same make and model vehicle. The wheel alignment shops that I have contacted insist that there is a problem with the suspension of this vehicle and weight distribution (heavy in front, light in rear) compounds the problem.

Filed Jun 22, 2010 · Suspension, Tires · 20,000 miles · WI

Severe tire cupping, early tire failure. Dealer unable to fix cause of problem, they state that it results from a design flaw (non-adjustable cambers/arms). Tires failed at 20,000 miles and are failing again at 44,000 miles. I had to fight with honda to get them to go 50/50 on the first set of replaced (dunlop) tires. They argues that I had enjoyed using them for 1/2 their life, so 50% was their maximum dollar match. I was also told to "rotate" my tires more frequently, even though I had service records showing that I do rotate on a routine basis at the dealership. From what I am researching online, honda has a big problem going on with tire cupping on the civic hybrids. My hope is that this is researched by the federal safety agency more thoroughly. I am seeing numerous complaints on your website about this issue.....some are filed under "tires" while others filed under "rear suspension". I'm guessing the choose to file under "rear suspension" because dealers like mine are stating that this is a camber issue. On a side note, and this is odd to me, the dealership could not bring my alignment into manufacture recommended "spec" either. The numbers are significantly "off" where honda says they should be. Ironic???

Filed Apr 25, 2010 · Suspension · 40,000 miles · PA

2008 honda civic hybrid - rear tires wear excessively even after service bulletin tsb 08-001 has been done. Rear tires become noisy with the inside wear and cupping. Eventually, for a non-observant driver, there will be a blowout.

Filed Feb 21, 2010 · Suspension · 20,000 miles · LA

2008 civic ex coupe. Had to replace both rear tires at around 20,000 miles due to a slightly visible flat spot on the tires that was causing a progressively loud roar. On initial inspection, the tire dealer advised me the tires looked fine as they still had plenty of tread and appeared to be even wear. However, on closer examination I was able to point out the flat spots visible on the center of the tire. Tire dealer could not explain cause. When I had replaced the second rear tire, the tire dealer thought that the belting had slipped. I just assumed I had a bad set of tires. The wear did not look like typical damage caused by misalignment. The same problems has again appeared with about 25,000 miles on the new rear tires. I now have discovered that honda has service bulletin 08-001 which describes my exact symptom and requires the upper control arm to be replaced.. Honda has not issued a recall on this. Honda should notify owners and tire dealers of this possible failure so consumers are aware on how to correct the problem. Besides, the extremely loud noise that eventually appears, the vibration will ultimately lead to complete tire failure.

Filed Apr 16, 2009 · Tires · MS

Tire failure on a 2008 honda civic - bridgestone turanza el400 h bl 205/55r16 the consumers son was driving on the interstate, when all of a sudden he heard a loud explosion and almost lost control of the vehicle. He pulled over and discovered the tire suffered a massive blowout. The service center stated there was a piece of glass in the tire which may have caused the blowout. The consumer didn't believe that a small piece of glass would cause that kind of a blowout.