3 year tire recall coming to an end - which tire is best?

[glennk]

Thank you (150 USD for a w rated tire!), i like unidirectional tires, and good reviews on Tire Rack.

No problem. Seeing as we don't see much of the Winter mix in Texas, these are perfect. If you're needing a softer, four season tire, the DWS06 are highly touted by others. But, please read the reviews.

 

[jsmit86]

Check out the reviews on Tire Rack. The BF Goodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S are All Season tires, and they rate decent in the snow for an All Season Tire.
There is also a review on BF Goodrich g-Force COMP-2... with out the A/S at the end. That is a similar summer tire. These both look pretty reasonable for the $$$.

 

[glennk]

Check out the reviews on Tire Rack. The BF Goodrich g-Force COMP-2 A/S are All Season tires, and they rate decent in the snow for an All Season Tire.
There is also a review on BF Goodrich g-Force COMP-2... with out the A/S at the end. That is a similar summer tire. These both look pretty reasonable for the $$$.

Considering where you live JSmit, I'd consider the Conti's. You really need a four season tire, or something more dedicated for winter. The things I don't like about the DSW06's are the soft sidewall and tramlining.

 

[jsmit86]

Considering where you live JSmit, I'd consider the Conti's. You really need a four season tire, or something more dedicated for winter. The things I don't like about the DSW06's are the soft sidewall and tramlining.

I have the Contis! I agree that they are a better winter tire. Another poster had mentioned the BF Goodrich as a decent budget choice. The ratings on Tire Rack say they are pretty good.

If I was in the recall from the original Hankooks, I'd go to Discount Tire or similar, and see if I could get the Contis. Another high rated tire is the Michelin Premier A/S. If I had to stay with Michelin, those seem to be a better bet than the MXMs. I had 2 defective sets of MXMs. They had balance issues. Other than that, they were OK. Pretty good in snow last year, but not as good as the Conti DWS 06s.

 

[sensazngen]

I had the Continental Procontact TX in my 2015 5.0. It's a really quiet tire and did decent in regards Performance. Unfortunately my last oil changed I was notified I only had 4/32 on the rears after only 20k. So I was also debating between the Continental DW06 and the Michelin Pilot A/S 3+. I had the older DWS on my BMW and although it was great for the all season and light snow I felt the sidewall was a bit soft. So I decided to go with the Michelin Pilot A/S 3+. I've been very happy with them so far. Great grip in dry pavement and wet so far. Performance is much better than the TX which is expected since the TX was a touring tire. They are super quiet at all speeds and I feel more confident in all exit ramps. I got mine at Costco since they offer free road hazard, nitrogen, Michelin had $70 off, and for executive Costco members they gave me free mount and balance. After tax I was out the door at $888. I'll update the forum after the next snow fall.

 

[ksoze]

Can you elaborate on the end of the recall. My 2015 3.8 ultimate has the original hankooks on. I was at service recently for oil change and we specifically talked about holding off on the tire swap. I was under the impression I had quite a bit more time before this recall entitlement ran out (do recalls ever really expire anyways ) ?

I am in same boat. Was told there was no expiration of the recall and I could wait until I wanted. The Hankook's have been fine and wanted to wait and use this tread up more. Not thrilled about the Conti model being offered, and would like to upgrade but no "Discount Tires" near me

 

[harwax]

The tire recall gave you 3 years to replace the tires. The 3 year time frame is now fast approaching for early owners of the 2015 G2.

 

[lobsenza]

The time limit may have changed since it is now a safety recall.

 

[jsmit86]

The tire recall gave you 3 years to replace the tires. The 3 year time frame is now fast approaching for early owners of the 2015 G2.

The original campaign was not a recall. That was a TSB for folks who were having vibration issues. Some time after that NHTSA/DOT had Hankook issue a recall due to sidewall failures. If it was my car, I would have had them changed immediately once the sidewall failure issue became known.

When the original TSB was announced, and there was no known safety issue, it made perfect sense to keep the Hankooks on the car as long as you had decent tread. Once the safety issue became known, this became a full recall. No time limit, but it's risky to have these on the car. You really wouldn't want a tire to fail on the highway.

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What Conti tire were you offered?

Since this is a recall, you may want to try contacting Hankook directly. They may have another dealer who can assist with a credit toward whatever tire you want. There will obviously be a dollar limit, but any upgrade should be reasonable.

More info here:
http://www.hankooktire.com/us/tire-recalls.41.html

 

[harwax]

The original campaign was not a recall. That was a TSB for folks who were having vibration issues. Some time after that NHTSA/DOT had Hankook issue a recall due to sidewall failures. If it was my car, I would have had them changed immediately once the sidewall failure issue became known.

When the original TSB was announced, and there was no known safety issue, it made perfect sense to keep the Hankooks on the car as long as you had decent tread. Once the safety issue became known, this became a full recall. No time limit, but it's risky to have these on the car. You really wouldn't want a tire to fail on the highway.

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What Conti tire were you offered?

Since this is a recall, you may want to try contacting Hankook directly. They may have another dealer who can assist with a credit toward whatever tire you want. There will obviously be a dollar limit, but any upgrade should be reasonable.

More info here:
http://www.hankooktire.com/us/tire-recalls.41.html

I only remember receiving a hyundai tsb notification stating the 3 year window. I don't remember receiving a 2nd notice saying the hancook tire was now a safety recall. If it is now a safety recall then it appears the 3 year original time frame has gone out the window. Just want to make sure that no more 3 year time limit. Feel free to agree/disagree with me.

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[jsmit86]

I only remember receiving a hyundai tsb notification stating the 3 year window. I don't remember receiving a 2nd notice saying the hancook tire was now a safety recall. If it is now a safety recall then it appears the 3 year original time frame has gone out the window. Just want to make sure that no more 3 year time limit. Feel free to agree/disagree with me.

You are correct about the 3 year timeframe on the TSB. That happened prior to the recall. Safety recalls don't expire. My only suggestion is that it's prudent not to wait. Getting a few more months out of a tire, vs. the potential of losing control of the car if a sidewall fails. If you click on the link, there is an 800 number you can contact to get more details.

 

[lobsenza]

I recommend Discount Tire, if they are close. I recommend the Continental DWS06 or the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S. I was debating between the 2 and bought the Michelin.

 

[harwax]

You are correct about the 3 year timeframe on the TSB. That happened prior to the recall. Safety recalls don't expire. My only suggestion is that it's prudent not to wait. Getting a few more months out of a tire, vs. the potential of losing control of the car if a sidewall fails. If you click on the link, there is an 800 number you can contact to get more details.

Thanks - but I didn't see a link for the 800 number

 

[ksoze]

I recommend Discount Tire, if they are close. I recommend the Continental DWS06 or the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S. I was debating between the 2 and bought the Michelin.

What did you end up having to pay for the Michelins? With no Discount Tire near me, I am at the mercy of my dealer when I make the recall switch. Since the Michelins cost less than the supplied Conti ProContact TX's, I would love to get them. Interestingly, Tire Rack has the front sized TX's listed on close out, so maybe they are done?

 

[sensazngen]

What did you end up having to pay for the Michelins? With no Discount Tire near me, I am at the mercy of my dealer when I make the recall switch. Since the Michelins cost less than the supplied Conti ProContact TX's, I would love to get them. Interestingly, Tire Rack has the front sized TX's listed on close out, so maybe they are done?

Typically from what I seen when Tirerack has a close out on a tire some are being discontinued and some are being replaced with a newer design but same tire.

I've got two from TX's with 8/32 if you are interested. PM me if you are.

 

[Seejay]

I am definitely going to Discount when the time comes (probably about August or September). I have purchased 4-5 sets from them and they have performed admirably. It's worth driving a distance for this. Tires this size (low and wide) need to be mounted and balanced correctly. Driving them any significant distance with an improper installation will ruin them.

 

[lobsenza]

What did you end up having to pay for the Michelins? With no Discount Tire near me, I am at the mercy of my dealer when I make the recall switch. Since the Michelins cost less than the supplied Conti ProContact TX's, I would love to get them. Interestingly, Tire Rack has the front sized TX's listed on close out, so maybe they are done?

Basically nothing. I paid a small amount and then got a rebate on the Michelin tires. I ended up $3 ahead after rebate. Discount Tire policy is they will give you credit for the Hancock tires including installation. If you buy a more expensive tire, you pay the difference. The Michelin Pilot Sport A/S were slightly more, but the rebate covered the difference!!! If you pick a less expensive tire, you do not get money back (except in this weird rebate situation).

 

[harwax]

Basically nothing. I paid a small amount and then got a rebate on the Michelin tires. I ended up $3 ahead after rebate. Discount Tire policy is they will give you credit for the Hancock tires including installation. If you buy a more expensive tire, you pay the difference. The Michelin Pilot Sport A/S were slightly more, but the rebate covered the difference!!! If you pick a less expensive tire, you do not get money back (except in this weird rebate situation).

I live on Long Island, NY and don't have a Discount Tire Store near me. After reading all the recall posts, I would like to replace my original Hancooks with the Conti tire. From what I read the Huyndai dealers will only replace with Michelins. Anyone have any suggestions or know a local Long Island tire dealership that would honor the recall and replace with the Conti?

 

[jsmit86]

I live on Long Island, NY and don't have a Discount Tire Store near me. After reading all the recall posts, I would like to replace my original Hancooks with the Conti tire. From what I read the Huyndai dealers will only replace with Michelins. Anyone have any suggestions or know a local Long Island tire dealership that would honor the recall and replace with the Conti?

I'd think that any dealer who handles both Hankook (for the recall portion), and Conti (for the replacement) should be able to do this. House of Tires is one example.
http://www.houseoftireslevittown.com/tire-brands.aspx

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Thanks - but I didn't see a link for the 800 number

It's on this page:
http://www.hankooktire.com/us/tire-recalls.41.html?div=&text=&page=1

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
Any consumer who believes they are affected by the recall should not wait to receive notification but should contact their local HANKOOK dealer or the HANKOOK Tire Customer Service Team at the following contact numbers.
HANKOOK Tire Customer Service Team
800-426-5665 (Toll free)

 

[lobsenza]

Dealers will only do a specific replacement. You have to call your local tire stares and ask each one what their policies are. I always deal with Discount Tire and I am only familiar with their policies. They handled the entire thing, I didn't have to do anything. I even got lifetime rotation, balance, and flat repair as part of the deal.