SX wheels pitting after 5,000ish miles

Just an FYI to those with an SX package- or anyone with the black factory wheels. Took my Tundra in yesterday to replace the factory tires and the dealer noticed my rims were already pitting so they filed a warranty claim to get me new wheels. Not sure if it’s a widespread thing or not, so you may want to take a peek at yours.

 

Got pics?

 

I don't. I went out to look (since you asked) and to be honest, I don't see what they are looking at. Mind you it's 20 something degrees and I'm in shorts and a short sleeved shirt (ah, the joys of working from home), so I only took a quick look- but I'm not seeing anything under the salt and road grime.

 

Why are you replacing the factory tires after 5k miles??

 

The ones that were on it- Factory Geolander X-CV -were not something I was comfortable driving in the winter in NH. I found them to have poor traction in the rain and I had trouble even moving on wet grass, I didn't dare take them in snow. I replaced them with Michelin Defenders, which I've had a few other vehicles. I find them to be amazing all season tires that work well in any condition. I once tried to pass someone in the rain and fishtailed- I know how to drive in the rain- I didn't accelarate hard- I didn't need to- they were going 40 in a 55. I just pulled out and went and I fishtailed. I will say, the Toyota traction system was amazing and brought me right back in line. I also went to a BBQ a few weeks back and it had rained- I had trouble going in wet grass- I was sliding a fair amount.

 

That sucks. Mine came with Bridgestone Duelers and they are great tires. I would definitely be talking with Toyota about helping with the tire replacement cost.

 

Meh. I bought it knowing they weren't great and that they'd have to be replaced before winter.

 

Pitting may be on the inside of the rims, since they were replacing the tires.

 

Perfect- thanks!!!