Newer cars (2018 and later)
| Model year | Wheel & Tire complaints | Share of all complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Chevrolet Corvette | 125 | 84% |
| 2019 Ford F-250 SD | 91 | 8% |
| 2018 Jeep Wrangler | 62 | 3% |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y | 60 | 5% |
| 2018 Chevrolet Corvette | 46 | 90% |
| 2018 Ford F-150 | 45 | 2% |
| 2019 Ford F-350 SD | 41 | 9% |
| 2024 Honda Prologue | 39 | 5% |
All model years
Frequently asked questions
Which cars have the most wheel & tire problems?
By number of NHTSA owner complaints, the 1998 Ford Explorer (711), the 1997 Ford Explorer (680) and the 1996 Ford Explorer (585) lead the list. Popular models naturally collect more complaints, so also look at the share of each car's complaints that involve the wheels & tires.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.