Should I replace my 10 years old tires?

[Fareastplaza]

My 2010 4runner has original tires which is 11 years old. We are in Canada, so we swap to Winter tires for half the time. So, the original tire tread is not bad, still have a full 4/32 on all of them. But I heard tires should be replaced after 6-10 years as the rubber will rot and become unsafe. Should I replace them now? Looks like this is a $1k investment and no way to DIY:fear:

 

[Too Stroked]

Short answer: Yes. Long Answer: Still yes. They're significantly down on tread depth, but more importantly, they're almost certainly weather cracked.

 

[5thToy]

I would replace them.

 

[FullTime4]

Doubtful those tires are safe after that amount of time spent in storage - I'd replace them.

 

[ahtoxa11]

Replace. Tread is low and I'm sure they are starting to rot and crack, even if it's hard to see it.

 

[Thai]

Give them to someone you don’t like as a gift….

 

[NRath]

Several things to consider with your question. The biggest factor is how do you use your vehicle?

To safely cover every scenario, yes is the only answer. If your spouse and especially children are in it- sell your blood and put good tires under them!

Older tires have 2 big problems:
1. The rubber gets hard and significantly reduces traction, ESPECIALLY in the wet, which can be particularly dangerous if you aren't knowing of this risk and driving accordingly. (This can be fun if you like to have fun with the skinny pedal and know how to do it safely.)
2. Reduced tread depth can cause very hazardous hydroplaning on standing water, even seemingly smaller puddles.

 

[wcjeep]

Is there new vehicle take-offs available? I buy new tires after 6yrs regardless of tread depth.

 

[jpallist]

I agree that replacing makes sense. Check for cracks in the sidewalls. I had trailer tires that blew out as a consequence of age.
jp

 

[RichinRidgewood]

My wife's 2018 Acura TLX SHAWD has a slow leak and I took it to Pepboys. The rubber was cracked inside and outside we saw when they removed the tire from the rim. The tires are OE and were made 5/17 with about 35k miles. There is plenty of tread left on them. If you got 10 years out of your you tires you have done very well.

 

[Squeaks_&_Leaks]

I had some tires on my 3rd gen that were nearly 14 years old. The rubber will be very hard and the tires will not perform well in snowy/wet conditions. Hopefully, you can find a set under $1000

 

[Bossman]

Yes, replace these old tires - for your own safety and the safety of others on the roadways.

https://www.edmunds.com/car-maintenance/how-old-and-dangerous-are-your-tires.html

5 Signs That you Might Need to Replace your Tires – WHEELS.ca

How Long Should a Set of Tires Last?

Tire life: Tread carefully beyond five years - The Globe and Mail

 

[FLT4R78]

My vote is to replace as well

 

[BorotHex]

If you see cracks, it’s time to replace whether it means a prorated warranty claim or just outright replacement. Even if safety of yourself is of no concern, if you cause an accident, you could be in big trouble if worn out tires can be blamed.

 

[Covet]

All I read was 10 year old tires and said replace them!

 

[Atit_v]

Should replace them with 33’s. Make the runner look more nice.

 

[xyzzy]

I try really hard to wear my winter set and my summer set out every 4 years so I can achieve optimal performance out of each set.

If you go beyond 6 years for a set of tires, you're seriously pushing your luck regardless of the miles on them.

New tires are cheap insurance so just replace them.

 

[Art_CA_4R]

Tire blowouts are pretty scary; I would replace!

 

[shiftgear]

I would replace them for a piece of mind.

 

[Jensen735]

Even though a tyre over ten years old may seem fine for driving, I still would recommend getting new tyres for your car. Drivers cannot rely on visual inspection for rubber cracking, wear to the tread or other signs of deterioration due to age. I would have replaced them for your safety and safety of other people..