There are 5 owner-reported tires & wheels complaints for the 2022 Hyundai Tucsonin NHTSA's database. These are unverified consumer reports and may not reflect confirmed defects.
Brand/Model: Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra Size: 235/60R17 DOT Code: 1W281AAU11925, W281AAU1025, W281AAU14124, W281AAU10525 Purchase Date: July 28, 2025 I am reporting a catastrophic and unpredictable treadwear failure on a set of four (4) Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra tires (80,000-mile warranty / 800 UTQG). Despite professional maintenance, these tires have degraded to a legally bald and unsafe state (2/32") in less than 8,000 total miles. The tires exhibited a sudden "melting" effect. On October 31, 2025 (Odo: 28,330), a third-party inspection verified a safe tread depth of 9/32" with even wear. However, by February 20, 2026, the tires had dropped to 3/32", and by March 20, they reached 2/32". This represents a loss of 7/32" (70% of usable tread) in only ~3,800 miles. This rapid, non-linear degradation creates an emergency safety hazard, as the tires lost wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance in less than 30 days between service checks. Maintenance History: The vehicle (2022 Hyundai Tucson) has a documented history of proper care: Professional Alignment: September, 2025 (Insurance-certified). Tread Verification: October 31, 2025 (Confirmed 9/32" and even wear). Rotation Service: February 20, 2026 (Performed at 7,500-mile interval). The failure is global across all four tires, including the non-driven rear axle, indicating a fundamental rubber compound defect. Retailer (Costco)has denied warranty support, citing "rapid wear" as a non-covered issue, despite the tires failing 72,000 miles before their engineered lifespan. This defect leaves the consumer on the road with unsafe, bald tires that failed without warning.
Kumho Crugen HP 71 101H 235 55 R19 Warranted Tire Life: 65,000 Miles Failed at: 32,000 Miles (estimated) 3 out of the 4 original tires failed on vehicle under 50% through normal life of tire. • According to 2 different tire departments including Dealership in which car was purchased, 3 out of 4 original tires failed due to BROKEN BELTS. • A blowout can cause loss of control of vehicle, leading to possible injury or death not only for vehicle inhabitants, but for other vehicles and/or pedestrians as well. • Problem reported to 2 different facilities including Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida where vehicle was purchased with these tires as OE Original Equipment. • Issue was reported to: Place of purchase: Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida (OE Original Equipment) • Issue was reported to: Lithia Corporate Office including Legal Department and Chief Operating Officer. Legal Customer Relations Representative stated: "Corporate will not be able to assist you further at this time. Corporate found your warranty has expired for your tires..." • Issue was reported to: Kumho Tire USA Warranty Department • Kumho Warranty Representative stated "that the process MUST be started with the Dealership selling the tires." • Issue was diagnosed by Original Dealer, Lithia Hyundai of New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. • Issue was diagnosed by Sam's Club New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. Diagnosis was completed through a "Run-Out Test". 4 new tires of different brand installed. oNo Warning Lights or Messages oVery small vibration occurred around 32,000 miles. oAround 33,000 miles estimated, took vehicle in for Oil Change and Rotate & Balance. At this time, the vibration had progressed to a more severe vibration with pulling to the right. oAround 33,700 miles took vehicle back in to inform them of very severe vibration.
Kumho Crugen HP 71 101H 235 55 R19 Warranted Tire Life: 65,000 Miles Failed at: 32,000 Miles (estimated) 3 out of the 4 original tires failed on vehicle under 50% through normal life of tire. I DO Have Tires in my possession. • According to 2 different tire departments including Dealership in which car was purchased, 3 out of 4 original tires failed due to BROKEN BELTS. • A blowout can cause loss of control of vehicle, leading to possible injury or death not only for vehicle inhabitants, but for other vehicles and/or pedestrians as well. • Problem reported to 2 different facilities including Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida where vehicle was purchased with these tires as OE Original Equipment. • Issue was reported to: Place of purchase: Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida (OE Original Equipment) • Issue was reported to: Lithia Corporate Office including Legal Department and Chief Operating Officer. Legal Customer Relations Representative stated: "Corporate will not be able to assist you further at this time. Corporate found your warranty has expired for your tires..." • Issue was reported to: Kumho Tire USA Warranty Department • Kumho Warranty Representative stated "that the process MUST be started with the Dealership selling the tires." • Issue was diagnosed by Original Dealer, Lithia Hyundai of New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. • Issue was diagnosed by Sam's Club New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. Diagnosis was completed through a "Run-Out Test". 4 new tires of different brand installed. oNo Warning Lights or Messages oVery small vibration occurred around 32,000 miles. oAround 33,000 miles estimated, took vehicle in for Oil Change and Rotate & Balance. At this time, the vibration had progressed to a more severe vibration with pulling to the right. oAround 33,700 miles took vehicle back in to inform them of very severe vibration.
POSSIBLE RECALL SITUATION Kumho Crugen HP 71 101H 235 55 R19 Warranted Tire Life: 65,000 Miles Failed at: 32,000 Miles (estimated) 3 out of the 4 original tires failed on vehicle under 50% through normal life of tire. I DO Have Tires in my possession. • According to 2 different tire departments including Dealership in which car was purchased, 3 out of 4 original tires failed due to BROKEN BELTS. • A blowout can cause loss of control of vehicle, leading to possible injury or death not only for vehicle inhabitants, but for other vehicles and/or pedestrians as well. • Problem reported to 2 different facilities including Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida where vehicle was purchased with these tires as OE Original Equipment. • Issue was reported to: Place of purchase: Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida (OE Original Equipment) • Issue was reported to: Lithia Corporate Office including Legal Department and Chief Operating Officer. Legal Customer Relations Representative stated: "Corporate will not be able to assist you further at this time. Corporate found your warranty has expired for your tires..." • Issue was reported to: Kumho Tire USA Warranty Department • Kumho Warranty Representative stated "that the process MUST be started with the Dealership selling the tires." • Issue was diagnosed by Original Dealer, Lithia Hyundai of New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. • Issue was diagnosed by Sam's Club New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. Diagnosis was completed through a "Run-Out Test". 4 new tires of different brand installed. oNo Warning Lights or Messages oVery small vibration occurred around 32,000 miles. oAround 33,000 miles estimated, took vehicle in for Oil Change and Rotate & Balance. At this time, the vibration had progressed to a more severe vibration with pulling to the right. oAround 33,700 miles took vehicle back in to inform them of very severe vibration.
POSSIBLE RECALL SITUATION Kumho Crugen HP 71 101H 235 55 R19 Warranted Tire Life: 65,000 Miles Failed at: 32,000 Miles (estimated) 3 out of the 4 original tires failed on vehicle under 50% through normal life of tire. I DO Have Tires in my possession. • According to 2 different tire departments including Dealership in which car was purchased, 3 out of 4 original tires failed due to BROKEN BELTS. • A blowout can cause loss of control of vehicle, leading to possible injury or death not only for vehicle inhabitants, but for other vehicles and/or pedestrians as well. • Problem reported to 2 different facilities including Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida where vehicle was purchased with these tires as OE Original Equipment. • Issue was reported to: Place of purchase: Lithia Hyundai New Port Richey, Florida (OE Original Equipment) • Issue was reported to: Lithia Corporate Office including Legal Department and Chief Operating Officer. Legal Customer Relations Representative stated: "Corporate will not be able to assist you further at this time. Corporate found your warranty has expired for your tires..." • Issue was reported to: Kumho Tire USA Warranty Department • Kumho Warranty Representative stated "that the process MUST be started with the Dealership selling the tires." • Issue was diagnosed by Original Dealer, Lithia Hyundai of New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. • Issue was diagnosed by Sam's Club New Port Richey as Broken Belts on 3 out of 4 tires. Diagnosis was completed through a "Run-Out Test". 4 new tires of different brand installed. oNo Warning Lights or Messages oVery small vibration occurred around 32,000 miles. oAround 33,000 miles estimated, took vehicle in for Oil Change and Rotate & Balance. At this time, the vibration had progressed to a more severe vibration with pulling to the right. oAround 33,700 miles took vehicle back in to inform them of very severe vibration.
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Data synced from NHTSA on Apr 25, 2026