Tire Problems of Subaru Impreza Wrx

Subaru Impreza Wrx owners have reported 5 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire sidewall (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Subaru Impreza Wrx

Problem Category Number of Problems
Tire problems
2
Tire Sidewall problems
2
Tire Tread/belt problems
1

Recently reported Tire problems of Subaru Impreza Wrx

The Tire problem

There has been no accident or crash. This is an ongoing safety problem with a model of tires. The tires are kumho spt 225/45r-17. These tires have serious directional stability issues. They make the car very scary to drive in cross winds.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Firestone firehawk wide oval tires cracking in sidewalls after 13834 miles on vehicles. Three of the four tires were growing cracks in the sidewalls, near the tread. All cracks were on the inside and only visible after the wheels were removed.   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

While driving at 70 mph and with no warning rear right tire tread separated and caused the tire to blowout. The consumer had to pull over. The dealer has been notified.   Read details...




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