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bmwmadman
(10/29):
I agree. I have a 2006 325i special ordered and I needed a new tire within a week. That blows! Now at 20,000 miles I need a whole new set of tires. Thats seems a bit short. I live in SF and dont drive that much. Having no room for a spare blows as well. what should we do.
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Anonymous
(11/2):
i got a nail in my run flat and bmw and now I'm told they are unrepairable. crazy.
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Tng
(11/6):
Crazy !! cannot get the run flat tires, run flat tires is only can get from BMW dealer, hard to find and very expensive. 3 series is without spare tire and have to use run flat, no choice !!
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alferdaus
(11/8):
I changed the wheels and tires for 20" but no space for a spare. The run flat vibrate on highway and they are a little noisy too. Anyway if you want to buy run flat for 325 it has to be online. Go to www.tirerack.com
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sick
(11/19):
i have a 2006 325xi and of course run-flats. I had to replace the whole set with only 15000 miles on them, and as posted BMW holds you hostage with the price of the new ones. SICK, Love the car, hate the tires..!
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Anonymous
(11/26):
Can't drive without getting a head ache. Embarrassing.
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tmull
(11/28):
I have not yet had the car 2 years (about 20,000 miles) and have to replace all four tires ($275/each) because they are worn and "chopped" and make a lot of noise. I also have to pay for a wheel alignment (so much for four years of free maintenance-wheel alignments aren't considered maintenance). I'm told that this type of replacement is very common on these tires. I never would have bought the car if I knew I had to replace the tires every 2 years. Also, the first time I had a flat it took a week to get a new tire -- of course it couldn't be repaired. For the 4-tire replacement -- the dealership didn't have the tires (again) and my car is there waiting for a delivery.
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Anonymous
(12/3):
Edmunds TownHall has a forum with over 1500 posts on this topic...
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.efceb01
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Anonymous
(12/6):
flat run tires on my 2006 bmw are terrible,and bmw seems like they don,t care
Rich
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Anonymous
(12/18):
I have a 2006 325i with these tires, and honestly have had no problems with them. Until yesterday. I went to the dealership because I had a couple of little things for them to fix, and the guy tells me I need a new set of tires! At 24000 miles! Ridiculous!
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ssshhhh
(12/21):
Based on my current experience as of today, BMW will replace my RFT for 50% cost. Which is an insult as this is not a fix but a bandaid until I roll another 10-15k miles. This smells like a class action against mfg defect...
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Anonymous
(12/27):
I have a 2006 325xi and tire noise is major issue. BMW said was a balancing issue and rebalanced tires, but this solved nothing.
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Anonymous
(12/28):
they suck bad. I have a 2006 330 convertible performance package... yah, that's an expensive freaking car!!! 1 year = 3 tires changed. 2 flats and 1 (according to bmw) has an air-bubble? I was saving up for the 2008 M3 but I may back down if BMW are going standard with the run flats
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Anonymous
(12/28):
For my 2006 325xi BMW is replacing original Bridgestone Turanzas with Continental ContiProContact SSR - do these solve noise problem?
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Zane
(1/5):
I have had to replace all my tires and have been told by BMW that they do not know of others having the same problem Zane O'Donnell
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bmw330xiguy
(1/7):
http://www.bmwclassaction.com/
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Anonymous
(1/11):
I refused to buy a new BMW due to the problems a co-worker had with run flats. They lasted less than 20,000 miles and ran with a horrible ride and vibration throughout the life of the tires.
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RFTsuck
(1/11):
The RFT are total Crap, and BMW better address the issue soon, or they might have to run flat
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moanamontes
(1/15):
Overall I have had no issues with the run flat tires on my 325i. Yesterday I took my car to the dealership for scheduled maintenance and the alignment seemed off. Well they called me this morning and informed me that the alignment is okay but my tires need to be replaced. $875 for the set. My car only has 16500k on it. It's been two years since I purchased the car, and as you can see I do very little driving in it. That's alot of money every two years to be spent on tires.
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FLtravelingman
(1/31):
I live in Orlando and have a 2006 330i which started making tire noises at 14k miles. Taking the car in, I was given "everything normal" by BMW service dept. By 17K, noise was so loud I took back in and BMW said that all my tires were out of alignment and were ruined and I had to buy all new ones. After strenuously protesting, dealer agreed to buy two, I bought two, at $350 each, plus mount, balance, etc. I now have 24K on car (8K on new tires) and just got a low tire light this week. I went in yesteday and was told I had picked up a screw on the road. This slow leak is going to cost me another $350 because they don't repair the tires. I said I'd find a place that did and they said I'd better have a new tire, not a repaired tire, when I turned it in at the end of the lease at the end of this year or they would charge me then since they now have a record of the leak. Talk about a racket.
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slosurf21
(2/1):
Just bought a certified 06 325i. Best car I have EVER had, except the tires. I new the tires would be an issue before I bought the car. I read all the reviews!...it seems this is an epidemic!... I just reached 18k miles, and the noice at 0-40mph is horrible (only during slowing down though). Its crazy, the noice is nothing driving at 110mph! But at 20mph it seems so bad. I knew this was going to be an issue before I bought the car, and the dealership said they would replace them. So right now I am trying to get my monies worth, and a few thousand miles more out of these tires. Seriously though, is this going to go on forever?!!... To hell with the spare, and maybe just buy regular tires?.. What tires do people recommend here?... Like I said, LOVE THE CAR, tires suck though. Has anyone brought a lawsuit yet?
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BIGTENTAM
(2/7):
I HAD TO FIGHT TO GET MY RF REPLACED @ 11,000, NOW I AM AT 27,00 ALL HIGHWAY MILES AND THE NOISE SOUNDS LIKE STUDDED SNOW TIRES...BWM NEEDS TO FIX THE TIRE PROBLEMS..THEY PRIDE THEMSELVES ON MAINTENANCE FREE LUXURY VEHICLE - THEY FORGET ABOUT HAVING TO PAY TO REPLACE THE TIRES EVERY YEAR!!!
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Anonymous
(2/17):
the worst tires ever. period. the worst. I have owned 8 bmw's and may be driving my last one if bmw doesn't find a way to fix this problem. the worst.
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Anonymous
(2/18):
The run flat tires are nothing but a problem. I purchased the warranty for the wheels and tires but this cars have an aligment problem and the warranty wont cover the tire for that problem even thouhg the car comes with that problem.I have replaced the tires 3 times already and tomorrow I am going to the dealer to replace 2 more that are not covered.
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Anonymous
(2/19):
2007 335xi sedan. Bridgestone Turanza all-season tires. Runs rough, noise a bit bad at speed. No cupping or irregular wear yet, but only at 7000 of mostly highway driving.
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LoveCarRFTsuck
(2/24):
I agree. I have 335 cic and already replaced 2 tires in 8 month. Now 3 of my tires formed bubbles the size of a child's fist, and the 4th one keeps loosing pressure. I am at a loss, and BMW keeps denying that there is a problem.
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BeamerFan
(2/25):
I just purchased an 07 328xi from the US in December (Canadian). Don't get me started on BMW Canada and their pathetic money grab Anyway the car has 16K mi. on it and I did notice some noise, but I didn't really have much time to get a real sense as I had to put winters on it as we were getting a fair amount of snow. I bought regular winters as rft prices were just stupid. ...most of us have lived without rfts to this point in our lives. How often do we get a flat tires? I think the CAA backup plan is a perfect solution. Instead of living with rftS and hating the car, why not just buy regular tires and enjoy the car while you have it. (and of course continue to hate the dealer)
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Anonymous
(3/1):
RFt's are Complete Shit. Never will allow them on a vehicle of mine again. Switch to GFT's join AAA at once and save yourself the hassle and headaches.
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BMWorSemi
(3/1):
Have to warn people when I drive them that their experience will be similar to riding in a big rig truck... the noise in unbearable!
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Steven
(3/1):
RFTs suck! True story...I hit a very small piece of 2x4 while making a right turn yesterday. Within a second the tire monitoring light came on. I called my local dealer then went in for what I thought would be a simple reset. Instead I got the news that after only driving this 06 325i roughly 24K while ensuring that the tires were rotated and balanced, I needed a brand new set along with an alignment at a cost of 1,450 bucks...ouch! My father never had this problem with his Buick. I'm thinking about replacing the tires with a traditional set. Does anyone know what tire is a great replacement without compromising the ride and without the road noise?
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turner
(3/1):
Capt Lee I have a 330D with 255s on the rear which are only lasting 10,000 miles driving normaly. In addition they are taking a week to get hold of a new set of tyres. I cant get any answers or advise from BMW. Typical head in the sand
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knug5
(3/3):
i have had 24 flat tires in 31 months. There is something wrong here. I have the 330i 2006 w/ sports package. A NIGHTMARE!!!! BEWARE, legal action is necessary.. Jglass6278@aol.com
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stevdc1
(3/4):
2006 BMW 325i with Bridgestone run flats and hate them!!! Only 25K miles and they are worn out and make such a loud noise that you can't hear anything! Called BMW and Bridgestone. They each blame the other and stil nothing has been done.
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stevdc1
(3/4):
If anyone has a solution email me at scollier@triad.rr.com
Thanks
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Anonymous
(3/6):
the first and last BMW I'll ever lease, if you're going to put really expensive tires on my car they better perform like really good tires
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bmwx5
(3/10):
anyone got a rft problem with the new X5 E70
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Anonymous
(3/10):
I recently bought a 530d M Sport Touring fitted with run flats. After just 3 weeks into ownership I have had wrong warnings of pressure loss. I feel that the i-drive system plus the run flat tyres should be replaced by BMW. I am already considering changing the car in view of these early problems.
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Anonymous
(3/17):
My mom has had her 328i for 8 months and already has her second flat ($368.00) tire with only 3,000 miles on the vehicle. She will now be putting four regular tires on her vehicle and never buying a BMW again!!!
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Anonymous
(3/19):
yes, i agree with everyone's post. The run-flat tires suck!!!!! They make a horrible noise that you can't hear yourself talk in the car.
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Anonymous
(3/20):
noisy and bumpy....
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Anonymous
(3/25):
I have a 2006 330 in Dubai, UAE. I had a flat tire and had to stop the car immediately, as apparently the run flat system was "damaged". Had the car towed by BMW (charged) service. The car has been sitting at BMW for FOUR days now waiting for one replacement tire, and this cannot be found. BMW is even charging me for FREIGHT on the replacement tire (?!?). So my car is in perfect conditions and cannot be used simply because of a FLAT TIRE? Sorry, does not make sense... Still can't get an answer from BWM on when the tire will be available, so I have to rely on taxis. Never again RUN FLAT! HATE IT
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Anonymous
(4/2):
I want to run regular tires but here in Canada it will void roadside assistance... I think it is worth it to buy a CAA/AAA membership and go with regular tires. Tires have been around for years..... RFT will not save your life if you check your pressures every 2 weeks like your supposed to do anyways.
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Anonymous
(4/6):
I am on our second set of Bridgestone tires and we are having the same problems, cupping and loud road noise. The dealer says they will replace again for half the cost with continental tires, but there is some issues that BMW wont address. Whats up?
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sienna
(4/12):
I feel vindicated when I read the 43 posts on this subject. I have been a BMW owner for the past 24 years. But after my experience with the Bridgstone Turanza run-flats, I will be looking at alternatives. Apparently, there is no choice right now but to accept BMWs with these tires-which have been the worst tire experience I have ever had! Firstly, they are so noisy that when I go over a pothole, everyone in the car including me screams with terror. It sounds and feels like an explosion and vibrates through your body. I had the manager take a ride with me and, of course could not duplicate the experience in the neighborhood. It's much worse on the highway. They pretended, like another post said, that it must be the alignment. But one of the salesman admitted to me that they have had alot of complaints. One customer replaced all four tires with regular radials. But I was told of this option after I had paid to replace three run-flats-you can't mix and match.
My first set were replaced free because it happened in under 15,000 miles and I gave them hell at the dealership (where I got my last four BMWs). The second time I had to pay for 2 out of 4, and months later another, and today another had to be replaced. I intend to visit the Edmund's town hall site that apparently has 1,500 such complaints, and I recommend we all do. CAN ANYONE SAY CLASS ACTION??
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mikesievers
(4/18):
I have replaced two tires and the car is only 8 months old! Now I have to buy a rim! EL42 Turanza on a BMW 335xi are terrible!
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chrisy
(4/18):
I hate them. I have 325xi. Dealer first told me nothing wrong. Then He said he will replace for 50%. I paid 50% and asked for the tyres so I can keep. But he would not give me the old tyres then dragged for a month and then reimbursed me the 50%. But the car is very bumpy and the dealer didn't even take it for a test drive. Every manhole cover I cross I get a big bupm and it hurst my ass and back.
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hotz4
(4/20):
i have a z4 3.0 si sports package. stiff ride and road noise is fine with me, but the RFT tend to tramline road irregularities and make the car dart across pavements with one hand on the wheel. this is a real problem b/c i have manual transmission. tramlining sucks, otherwise RFT is ok.
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Anonymous
(4/24):
2006 330XI: I think it is garbage that a company like BMW would take a stance of silence, while everyday more and more people have this problem. This is my third and last BMW.
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tracydude
(4/30):
tracydude. I'm very disappointed with these tires. They are fragile! Massachusetts is laden with potholes, you can't drive without hitting them, and bammmm. There goes your rim and tire. Hundreds of dollars later......
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Anonymous
(5/2):
BMW 2007 328xi with Bridgstone Turanza ("aka. terrible") tires. Started producing noticeable noise at around 15k km; tires and stiff suspension produces absolutely terrifying experience going through pot holes. Complained to service after 17k km, but dealer and BMW Canada would only cover 75% of replacement cost. Needless to say, "BMW" just lost another customer.
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RNFLTH8ER
(5/7):
Not only have I had to replace 2 run flats on my 2007 328xi, I also had to replace the wheels which were damaged when I hit two separate potholes. I wasn't going fast, yet the tires AND the wheels were destroyed!
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oliinla
(5/9):
I have had to replace 3 tires in 3k miles - the tires buckle under ANY pot hole pressure (causing bulges) - they are a disgrace - a costly one too. A class action needs to be filed against Bridgestone & BMW for not addressing the problems.
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Anonymous
(5/12):
Had 2006 325xi with Bridgestone Turanzas, replaced at 12k miles...just got 2008 335xi with Bridgestone Potenzas, my husband has on 08 335i with Michelin Pilots, we have a bet who's tires will last longer!!! This is my only complaint with this car, and BMW doesnt manufacture the tire!!
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Anonymous
(5/13):
Run Flat Tire noise is horrible on my 2006 325i. I'll replace with regular tires and carry a 12v air compressor. Have similar problem on BMW Mini Cooper S!
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Anonymous
(5/15):
I own a 2007 328I with 14,800 miles. My runflats are bald and now I need to replace all 4 tires. My husband has a 2004 F-350 dulley and is just now replacing his tires. Pretty sad the ultimate driving machine is beat by a truck!
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Ramsey1294
(5/15):
My 2007 BMW 328xi started with loud road noise around 10K miles. I took it into the dealer this week only to find out that my tires need replacing. They said it's a known issie with the Bridgestone run flat tires called "cupping". BMW tried to tell me that the tires were not covered. WIth 11K miles I told them BS. My dealer told me they might be successful in getting BMW to cover at least half the cost cause they've done it before, but no guarrantee. Then he tried to tell me it's not a known issue. Apparently, it's a very well known issue.
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Anonymous
(5/16):
I own a 2006 330i and at 31,000 need a new set. I took my car to te dealership and they told me I could not replace run flats with regular tires. This is not true...sure you wont have a spare but usually when I have gotten a flat I have been able to make it to safety or I have called roadside assistance. I think BMW should offer free replacement and do away with run flats. You can get run flats from other tire places. BMW needs to step up to the plate.
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calcioman
(5/17):
I am a huge BMW fan. I currently have two (just sold the third) cars. I have a 2006 325xi with the plagued Bridgestone run flat tires. The tires make the car ride so hard and create a terrible resonating noise when you get a little over 1,000 miles on a set. At around 10,000 miles the dealer changes a set at no charge because the sound was terrible and the rubber was feathering on the tread. The claim was that bridgestone has created a new and improved model and that is what was installed on my car. I recently brought the car in at 22,000 miles becasue the same noise was occurring again but worse than before. The dealer tells me that they can change the tires but they will only pay half! I proceeded to call BMW of North America and place a claim. After three days they gave me the same line of garbage and opted to pay half of the cost. They also consider 10,000 miles on a set of tires a significant number. I have a big problem with BMW and there run flat specification on the 3-Series. I will no longer be purchasing BMW cars because of this. I cannot believe that they are leaving so many loyal BMW customers high and dry. I will buy the cheaper and better infinity or acura. They are not BMW's but at this rate BMW is not the same BMW we all know and love.
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Jdogg214
(5/19):
22k miles on a 2006 330i sport and my right rear blows out this Saturday night around midnight. Run flats right!?! I can drive 30 miles home at 25mph and then get the tire fixed tomorrow right?!? WRONG. The entire tire blows out about 15 miles into the trip stranding me on the side of the road. I get my pretty little BMW towed to the dealership on Monday for them to tell me that not only do I not have a warranty for the tires but I have a blister on the right front and it will be about $1100 for them to replace them!!!!
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blacktundra05
(5/22):
Regarding the RFTs on BMW great concept bad reality. I have had my 2008 335i since Dec and already we have had two different tires have flats due to screws and nails. With the first flat I went back the dealer who told me they were unrepairable- wrong! I took it to my friends at Discount Tire and they instantly repaired them and I might add w/o cost and with a warranty! The guys at Discount Tire informed me that BMW is just too lazy to do the work to fix those tires and frankly its more $$ for them. Considering I have only 4k miles on them, I can't wait to get rid of them and take my chances w/o a spare! Praise the Lord for AAA and Discount Tire! Don't believe what they say - do your homework!
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Anonymous
(5/24):
Crap OEM to begin with Bridgestone Turanza EL42 RFT. No repair just plugs when you can find an independent to do the work. Too expensive through dealer. BMW does not caution merely attempts to hard sell tire insurance.
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egln498
(5/27):
Have a 2006 325i not even 20,000. ITS LOUD and unbearable to drive because of the tires. I have a 1996 BMW that I'd rather drive. It's sad that BMW ruin a nice car potential nice car all around. BMW is known for the drive, this includes GREAT QUIET TIRES.
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Anonymous
(5/28):
I am a two time (and last time) BMW owner solely because of the run flat tires which cause excessive noise and vibration while driving. I was told the only remedy is to replace the four tires...I plan on replacing the whole car instead!!
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Anonymous
(5/28):
I have a 2007 328i and I have a flat already. Yes, safety is a plus, but I'm sure we have the technology to make run-flats that can be patched instead of purchasing a brand new tire just b/c it has a leak in it. The fact that supply is so limited and you're forced to purchase them at the dealership seems a bit fishy to me. Perhaps this is how they're making up for the free maintenance package which Mercedes got rid of.
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Anonymous
(5/30):
This is the 2nd time when we were on a road trip and had to replace a run flat tire. This time, we needed to buy two tires (for about $500 each) just because we had some superficial puncture holes in them. We were told that if they had been regular tires, we could have easily patched them. But, we were told you cannot patch run flats because taking them off the rim tears the tire. On top of that, the two BMW dealers near us (as well as a Bridgestone tire dealer-- our tires are Bridgestone) did not stock run-flats. We ended up having to be towed 200 miles to the nearest dealer that had them!! Got a very frustrating response from BMW when we complained. So, not only are you forced to spend a lot of money for each run flat tire that has a hole in it, but good luck in finding a BMW dealer that stocks them. We are now concerned about taking our very expensive BMW on any long road trips. Thank goodness we are leasing the car so that we can shop for another brand other than BMW next time.
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Anonymous
(6/1):
Ran over a pothole on a Socal freeway and tire bubbled up almost immediately. So fragile and useless...
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Anonymous
(6/4):
The noise from these tires are absolutely awful. I love my BMW but hate the tires. BMW replaced them at 10,000 miles, now at 27,000 miles the noise is so loud you can barely hear the radio. Guess we'll need new tires at 17,000 miles on the new set. We will probably not get run flats, will just sacrifice the room in the trunk for some sort of spare.
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scman
(6/7):
these are a piece of shit tire and bmw people are fools to put them on these cars.I'm switching to toyota. teddy doyle
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ripped
(6/8):
I hit a pothole and the rim went right through these tires.... is there something weaker in this sidewall as I have gone through the same potholes on my streets for years with earlier bmw models with normal "non run flat" tires! It also would be nice to have even a donought spare when I live quite a way from tire replacement.... Another way for BMW to cut costs but doesnt do customer service any help...
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Anonymous
(6/9):
Noisy at all speeds, deafening between 40 and 50 mph. Luckily, my 545i does have a spare - so as soon as I can justify the cost I will move to regular tires.
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sharpretail
(6/12):
We are based in the Uk and have numerous BMW's on our fleet, I run a 730Li, we have had BMW's on our fleet for over 20years with no problems until now
We have 3 x 5 series models with run flat tyres and have had nothing but problems with them.
It is costing us a fortune.
We have rear tyres bursting on the inside wall, and unusual tread wear on the cars.
BMW UK inform us that they are not aware of any issues, but feel sure they are keeping the problem quiet.
We have Goodyear Tyres which BMW fitted from factory.
Be pleased to hear from anybody in the UK with similar issues they have reported to BMW dealers.
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Anonymous
(6/12):
Hate these tires. I have had my 330i for 2 years and have had 3 flats and 2 bubbles. Tires are $400+ each to replace. They can't be repaired. Worst tires I have ever had.
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Anonymous
(6/14):
Own a 2006 330xi. The noise problem got worse over time, can't evne use if for a 20 minutes trip - I would go crazy by the deafening noise.
probably will trade in the car for a different brand soon.
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Anonymous
(6/15):
I just bought my E63 630i and I hate the bumpy ride. Don't know what to do now.
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kduff
(6/16):
They have been nothing but a costly problem for me
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Roadster
(6/16):
Run flat tyres are one of the worse ideas that BMW have come out with, that and not being able to change the reversing bulb on 6 series without taking it to the dealership, but thats another story. RFTs are noisy they give a hard ride and wear really quickly as the compund in the middle (the main tread) is a soft compound to assist in grip. BMW forced the tyre manufacture to mass produce run flats, the maunfactures have taken leaps and bounds in this technology but are far from perfecting it. Changing your FRT for normal tires can be done - down side poorer handling and you are stuffed if you get a puncture - but by a mobile repair kit to get you home or hold the telephone number to mobile tyre repair service. The costs are also prohibiting as well. In the UK they are charging £300+ per tyre ($600+ ea)! Best thing to do go out and buy a set of new rims and tires that make your car not just look good but awsome and ditch the RFs! Its a pity BMW aren't listening to their customers
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Anonymous
(6/16):
i believe rft tires are more suceptible to flats than ordinary tires...I got two flats within three months...I hear that the run flat tires are heavier and harder...and somehow...more suceptible to flats when an encounter to road garbage.not to mention the noise is terrrible....its gonna be my first and last BMW purchase!!!
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Anonymous
(6/17):
I agree, I find the run flat tires make way too much noise. My old BMW was smooth, quiet and a great ride. However without a spare tire I guess I'm stuck with the run flats for my commute. I'm on my second set and they are pricey to replace.
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Tbone
(6/18):
My 2008 335xi is too new (less than 100 km) to tell if I will hate them (17" Continental tires). My question is: can RFT's be replaced with standard non tun-flat tires on the spec (manufacturer rims?
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Anonymous
(6/19):
try being in the UK. A 255 35 18 for a 2007 335i M Sport is £257!! About $500!!!! You think youve got it bad with $200 a piece!! BMW are ripping us off. I changed all 4 tyres for standard tyres, half the price, bought a space saver wheel from my dealer and gone are the bumpy rides and terrible road noise. Only downside is handling had been affected slightly but this is only at 80mph+ if you turn the wheel quickly, other than that its amazing!
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mark81
(6/21):
5000 km on my 328xi with Bridgestone RE050IIA. Tires are already severely scalloped and very noisy. Mostly highway miles. Love the car, but very disappointed in the tires!
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Anonymous
(6/22):
i hate them.. they are really junk.. I am on my next set BMW sucks.. don't buy their cars.. they don't stand behind their product.
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Anonymous
(6/23):
I've bought 5 new run flat tyres, all the tyres developed bubbles in the side wall. there is only 5,000 miles on the the tyres and they are fit for the bin. I contacted BMW and they told me that I was hitting large pot holes and they are causing the issues. I have bridgestone tyres on my BMW 325. I contact Bridgestone, but no one would listen to my complaint.
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Anonymous
(6/23):
We have a 2006 330i. Thus far we have replaced 5 ties on this car. 4 for road noise, and one for a flat, after we hit a pot hole. Now we have a bubble in one of the new tires we got, and BMW dealer in Fremont, CA, is saying that to go and deal with Bridgestone directly and that they want nothing to do with it as BMW did not make the tire, that this service department just repalced, and we paid for. The Service department is rude. This time the bubble developed, and we have not even hit any pot holes as the service department insists we did. BMW claims that this car has maintenance included, but what good is that when you have to spend thousands getting your tires changed. I hate this car.
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Airbus
(6/23):
They are absolute garbage in terms of how little wear on the mileage you get from them. I've had mine for 27,000 mi. and they're nearly worn already! Junk for a lot of money. Even though they handle well when new.
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Anonymous
(6/23):
I have a E60 530iA and 18" Star Spoke 123 with Dunlop SP01 - 245/40/18 - most terrible tires I´ve ever had - very loud and very hard after only 16.000 km. The problem is, that I´m not the first owner of this BMW, so I don´t think, that BMW can do something for me.
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Anonymous
(6/24):
My wife has gone through 6 tires in 13 thousand miles. All of them from bubbling on the side walls. One dealer told me it could be from hard cornering. So what thought!! I bought a 45K dollar ultimate driving machine. BMW needs to hold bridgestone accountable otherwise it will be the last BMW I purchase.
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gbeckowski
(6/24):
I have the Continental ContiProContact run flats on my 2007 328xi. I did not pay much attention to the repeated pressure loss warnings until recently when I would lose 10 psi sometime in a day and sometime in a week. The dealer says there is nothing wrong with the tire or the wheel but it continues to lose pressure even more frequently since I visited them. A NTB rep actually told me I needed to replace all four since the uneven tread from one new tire would damage the xDrive. I was skeptical. The dealer cannot seem to stop focusing on the tire I had plugged which is actually the one holding pressure. I didn't know about the no-repair policy. The dealer is disinterested in looking into the pressure loss or TPM alerts but repeatedly points out the tire with the plug (a cya move I am sure in case something happens). I have not experienced any of the problems you all have had but I will pay closer attention after reading about your experiences.
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Sanjay
(6/25):
I bought a 2007 328xi and i get humming sound by the tires. When asked in the showroom, they said the tires are feathered. This is reduculous as the car drove below 10000 miles.I am upset with this.
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al001
(6/25):
i have just brought a 320m sport CONV on a 57 with 19inc run flats within 3 weeks i have had a blow out and 2 different holes so needed to replace 3 tires and bmw insurance sucks !!!
bye bye bmw im puting the car up for sale NOW!!!!
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Anonymous
(6/25):
I have a 2007 328xi with ONLY 16000 miles on the car. I went in for service because I couldn't stand the noise - the car has gotten so loud around 40 mph. I was just told I need four new tires and alignment. I'm furious.
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rockinit99
(6/26):
RUN FLATS STINK!! I bought a used 2007 BMW 328i two months ago. A week later my rear right tire was flat. I figured the used car lot sold me the car with nail in the tire...so I bit the bullet and bought a new tire for $450. Now a month later, my front left tire is flat! WTF?! Are you serious?? 2 flat tires in 2 months? They say these tires give you better traction and whatnot. Who cares?! I'm not Dale Earnhardt Jr. who is taking curves at 100mph! I've been driving for 20 years on regular radial tires with other cars, and if I ever got a nail in my car, I just take it to the tire shop and they fix it for ten bucks. Now I gotta shell out another $450 for another tire. This car is turning out to be a HUGE mistake! WTF BMW?!
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Musikane
(6/27):
If you have under 10,000mi.
BMW will replace the tires for free. However, You must complain like crazy.
Over 10,000 mi. maybe they will buy you 2. Replacements are the same noisy shitty tire. BMW is trying hard to lose customers. Very unhappy!
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ursula
(6/27):
I hate the run flat tires. I had to replace 2 tires at the 3,000 mile mark and another one at 7,000 miles. I just droped off my car this morning with BMW because again my tire warning light is lit and the pressure is down in two of the tires. Tires are noisy, cause vibration and just frustation and anxiety everytime I see the tire light come on. I have a 2006 330xi. I loved my 3 other BWM's... this one is for the birds and can't wait for my lease to end. BMW you made a big mistake on this one. I think my love affair with BMW has just ended.
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Newhouse
(7/4):
i had a nail in my tire and also was told that BMW is unable to fix the tire. I was forced to buy a new tire at $425 for my M3. I told BMW that I wanted the tire with the nail in it for future use. When I picked up my M3 BMW was nice enough to put my "bad" tire in my trunk and they plugged the tire! So why tell me that cannot fix the tire! I am selling my M3!
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Anonymous
(7/6):
After reading all the posts on the RFT's it is obvious that these tires are completely unacceptable. I own a 2007 335i with only 14k and the front tires are almost bald. I have already had them aligned at 7K. This is ridiculous. BMW you've got to do something for these owners or you're going to lose thousands of customers.
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dsteding
(7/9):
2 years after purchasing my new 325i, I have spent > $1,330. in tire repairs on the RFTs. Let's start a class action against BMW of NA.
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watts20
(7/12):
My 4th BMW. I have a 2007 328i I bought new. RFTires started making a noise around 9000 miles, thought it was a wheel bearing. Took it in and the dealership said it was the tires and that they were safe as long as I could just handle the noise. They acted like this was some unheard of issue (the cupping). I drive a lot for work and the noise is getting unbearable. If BMW does not fix this problem I am sad to say this will be my last one. I have talk to other owners in my state that have had the problem as well.
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twalkerw
(7/13):
We have a 2007 E93 with 16k miles on it. While driving back from a trip out of town I experinced a blowout while exiting I-68 onto I-70 in Maryland. It's a 90 degree turn in total, but smooth and, admittedly, I was doing about 75 at the time - there was nothing of any size in the road. The top was down so I heard the loud sound of the right-rear blowout and the run-flat took over. I lowered my speed to under 50 as recommended in the manual and proceeded the 5 miles or so to the next exit. Looking at the tire underneath the car, it was plain to see that part of the tire was actually off the rim, so my best explanation was that, due to the centrifugal G's in the turn the tire had separated from the rim and, hence, the blowout.
In any event, the tire is trashed and I had to get the car towed some 90 miles to the BMW dealer near our home, but the BMW Roadside Assistance was both fast and completely free. It was only luck that we had our other car (trusty Yukon XL) there also and were able to offload luggage and provide me a ride back to our home.
The BMW dealer told me that BMW does not warrant the tire. I have not heard what the replacement will cost yet, but I'm expecting around $350-400.
Four lessons learned in this experience: 1) It was very nice not to have to change a tire on the shoulder of a major highway; 2) a blowout of this kind at 16k miles is inexcusable in a performance car of this type and I will be lobbying hard to get BMW to pick up the tab; 3) BMW Roadside Assistance was great; and 4) if you're out of town and have a run-flat issue on a Sunday or in a remote area, you will likely need to stay with the car until it can be repaired - as opposed to just putting on the spare and heading on down the road.
It cost us a few hours and was hassle - I'm just hoping BMW will pay for the tire, but am not holding my breath.
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HadEnough
(7/13):
enough is enough. bmw is not going to do anything until they are forced to do so. i've gotten 4 flat tires within 10 months. so, i am going to mail the next flat tire to Jim O'Donnell (President of BMW of North America). i think if we all did so, it would send a clear message that they need to take this seriously. alternatively, you can send Jimmy a certified letter letting him know that as a loyal bmw owner you are seriously thinking about leaving the brand until they fix and stand by their product. Jim O'Donnell's corp address is BMW of North America, LLC; 300 Chestnut Ridge Road; Woodcliff Lake, NJ; 07677-7731. good luck and let me know how it goes.
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Anonymous
(7/14):
I own a 2007 X5, 15mls, and need the tires replaced due to noise, and gas pedal vibration. Paid for rotation which stopped the noise for one month, now the noise and vibration is back driving me insane. Am talking with BMW North America. Will post an update ...
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doctoro
(7/14):
I have a 07/328i and I hate these freaking run-flat tires ( high noise and runs like a truck), but I had changed for a (falken) 19" tires, with rims (Petrol). No problem and runs very smoothly. My question, did I violate my BMW Warranty after this tire change? Will appreciate your expertise. Thanks
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Meghan
(7/15):
I have a BMW 328i with run flat tires and I hate them. It sounds like I am driving a truck. BMW wants me to buy new tires , I don't think so. I am going to complain until they fix the problem.
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Anonymous
(7/16):
Two words - class action.
It is shameful that BMW would sell a product it knows is defective. An insider informed me that BMW knew of the defect and instructed their dealerhips to deny, deny, deny and force customers to buy full replacement tires.
I complained about tire noise and pull for about a year (service saw no problem) before blowing a tire yesterday. After much haggling, they finally offered to pay for two of the four BALD tires. Then...the refused to do anything unless I say I am "completely satisfied". Audi here I come.
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believer
(7/17):
Most complaints I read here are probably due to a misunderstanding of runflats and their underlying technology. Getting 20-25k miles out of ANY Z,W,Y,U "ultra-performance" tire is a feat in itself. The tires are designed with a bias toward handling, grip and water dispersion. After having numerous sets of runflats on my BMW, Carrera, and MINI, I am very aware of the faults ofter associated with the tires. One of the most common complaints I I know of is noise and harshness. This is usually attributed to the fact that the tire(s) were driven for an extended period of time in an underinflated condition. By this time, even when the tire pressure has been corrected, the damage was done to the tire internally and will be apparent as noise, vibration or harshness, especially at lower highway speeds. If you expect a soft ride, very long treadwear life or noiseless tires, you probably shouldn't be driving a BMW (or Porsche, Corvette, MINI or performance model Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, etc.). Nowadays, the auto manufacturers design the cars while collaborating with a select few tires manufacturers to achieve extreme handling, roadholding and braking levels that were never achieved in the past. It is understood that these special car and matched tire combinations are going to come at a price.
After experiencing a blowout in the left front tire while driving over 110 MPH, I was able to safely control and slow the vehicle and get to the side of the roadway where I called roadside assistance. I was not upset that the tire was completely destroyed (only 5k mi). Instead I was grateful, VERY GRATEFUL, that the tire and car performed as designed and protected me. If it were a conventional tire, I most likely would have struck the concrete center barrier and would probably not be here today. I would like to say that I will NEVER drive a car equipped with conventional tires at those speeds again. In fact, I no longer feel comfortable with conventional tires at all.
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JohneeM
(7/17):
Just blew two run flat tires on my 2006 325i. Luckily, I had purchased the tire protection/replacement warranty but was almost 150 miles from the nearest BMW dealer and had to be towed. Talk about a long, bad day!
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Anonymous
(7/20):
Had three flat tires in 6 weeks and less than 20,000 kms on my 2006 325i. each time dealer said i picked up a nail and can't be repaired. driven for 30 years and never had a flat tire before. Its time for a class action against these tire bandits
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sjh9924
(7/21):
I bought 2007 328i with 6500 miles (demo) at 9500 miles reare tires have severe wear. BMW said nothing is wrong with the car, at 12500 miles the rear are completely bald. Another dealer said the same thing. I am a first time BMW owner and can't believe this experience from BMW.
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kb622
(7/21):
This is bullshit we should unite and tell BMW to change our damn tire for free and never put a run flat on another car.
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