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#205 of 563 Re: [larry51k] by petepie Mar 08, 2009 (5:45 pm)
Replying to: larry51k (Mar 08, 2009 1:06 pm) It's all the 08 & 09 Sport and Limited models with the 19" wheels. There are only two tires available in that size, one is by Toyo, the other by Bridgestone. Both have really bad ratings for treadwear and ice/snow/wet traction. The base 08/09 models have 17" wheels, and do not have the same problem with finding good replacements for the OEM tires. Replies to this message: berri (Mar 10, 2009 4:52 pm)
#206 of 563 by larry51k Mar 10, 2009 (5:44 am)
Further clarification please: Are the OEM tires on the base also poor in the snow, but since they are 17" there are more manufacturer replacement options? In other words, I'd still need to buy new tires for good snow performance, just have more choices. Replies to this message: mdhutton (Mar 10, 2009 5:30 pm) jkenley (Mar 16, 2009 12:47 pm) tidester (Mar 16, 2009 3:05 pm)
#207 of 563 Re: [petepie] by berri Mar 10, 2009 (4:52 pm)
Replying to: petepie (Mar 08, 2009 5:45 pm) Putting lousy bad weather tires on an SUV - I think Toyota is starting to pick up some of that arrogance GM used to display.
#208 of 563 Re: [larry51k] by mdhutton Mar 10, 2009 (5:30 pm)
Replying to: larry51k (Mar 10, 2009 5:44 am) Exactly. There are more options in the 17" size for winter performance.   Since most '08s and certainly any '09s will probably still have OEM tires on them through next winter, I'm guessing (hoping) that the options for a good winter tire in the 19" will be better by then.   I'll just try not to kill myself in the meantime. Replies to this message: jkenley (Mar 16, 2009 12:47 pm) tidester (Mar 16, 2009 3:05 pm)
#209 of 563 Leased tire replacement by jkenley Mar 16, 2009 (12:47 pm)
Replying to: mdhutton (Mar 10, 2009 5:30 pm) I have a leased 2005 Highlander that needs new tires but my lease is up in 3 months. Do I have to put the same quality tires on the car or can I put any tires on it? I don't want to spend a lot for new tires since I am turning it it soon. Can anyone help? Replies to this message: tidester (Mar 16, 2009 3:05 pm)
#210 of 563 Re: Leased tire replacement [jkenley] by tidester HOST Mar 16, 2009 (3:05 pm)
Replying to: jkenley (Mar 16, 2009 12:47 pm) If the tires you return are of equal or better quality than the ones that came with the vehicle and if the tread wear is not excessive then it should be fine.   tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
#211 of 563 Stinko tires on 08 Highlander by kziggy Mar 18, 2009 (2:09 pm)
Just found this site - first posting. The tires on our 08 Highlander have vertually worn out in 15,000 miles dispite having them rotated and properly checked many times. We live in Northeast PA Pocono Mountains and all the driving has been highway/long distance. None of that city stuff up here. Anyway, I'm ready to fight this out with Toyota and anyone else that will listen, including the press, Better Business Bureau, DOT, etc. We are retired and I have nothing but time on my hands...so 'Toyota, "bring it on!"   Our car came with Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400, P245 55R19 103S, and from what I've already researched, this tire and one by Toyo are the only 19" on the market...and it appears they both suck!   Two questions: 1. Has anyone had success in dealing with Toyota on this issue? and 2. Can I purchase this tire for under $200 ea anywhere in Northeast PA? Any other comments you might want to make would be appreciated...like short of buying different wheels (maybe 18") has another manufacturer come out with a 19" tire?   Does Class Action Suit peak any interest? UNBELIEVABLE! I car company screws the public again. Replies to this message: houston_man (Apr 09, 2009 7:45 am)
#212 of 563 by bob259 Mar 18, 2009 (2:26 pm)
Some folks are getting and using the Toyo HT's (about $170) and reporting good wear on another site Replies to this message: talen316 (Apr 22, 2009 8:39 am) bob259 (Apr 22, 2009 9:52 am) berri (Apr 23, 2009 11:45 am) and 1 more...
#214 of 563 by hlander Mar 18, 2009 (5:20 pm)
I already reported to BBB, they already contacted to Toyo Tire (My 08 comes with Toyo). It's being more than a month. Last week, I got the e-mail from BBB that Toyo Tire didn't reply any to them and they will put my complaint one the site for 3 yrs.   I contacted Toyota too, they return me with the brief explanation of their quality control for every single part as well as tire. They didn't say any of action to satisfy their customer with tire problem.   Cheer Mr. Kziggy. Please do that. If you are going to do Class action, count me in.

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