Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2024 Toyota Sienna.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System problems |
Bubbles on car tires.
Incident description (firestone destination le3 – p235/65r17) I purchased four new firestone destination le3 tires (size p235/65r17, dot iw2 8ile31) and within the first week three of them developed noticeable bulges in the sidewalls. I returned to the tire service center, and they replaced the three tires due to the bulging. The following week, new bulges appeared again in the sidewalls on multiple replacement tires, for a total of six affected tires. Sidewall bulging creates a risk of sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle control, and I do not feel the tires are safe to drive on. One service center stated this was “normal from driving on roads,” but I disagree due to the number of tires affected in such a short time. The condition has been repeated and confirmed by multiple service centers. The tires remain available for inspection upon request. There were no warning lamps or messages before the bulges appeared. The issue began immediately after installation of the first set, and the problem persisted with the replacement set. In my assessment, the repeated sidewall bulging indicates a potential structural or manufacturing defect.
The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle while parked in the garage, the low tire message was displayed. The contact stated that the tire was reinflated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the contact was informed that the issue might be weather-related. There was no repair performed. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 17,826.