How old can a tire be before it is unsafe?

Old tires are dangerous, regardless of tread depth. While there’s no federally sanctioned safety guidance on when a tire is too old to be safe, many carmakers recommend replacement at six years from the date of manufacture.

Can I use 10 year old tires?

It may be tentative, but tires do have an expiration date. There is a general consensus that most tires should be inspected, if not replaced, at about six years and should be absolutely be swapped out after 10 years, regardless of how much tread they have left.

Are tires really garbage after 6 years?

Per BRMA, unused tires over six years old should never be put in service, and all tires should be replaced after 10 years from their date of manufacture. JATMA recommends inspection after five years and replacement after 10, regardless of treadwear and overall condition.

Can I use 6 year old tires?

There is a general consensus that most tires should be inspected, if not replaced, at about six years and should be absolutely be swapped out after 10 years, regardless of how much tread they have left.

Should 12 year old tires be replaced?

Even though they might still have plenty of tread, older tires can be dangerous. But 12-year-old tires would exceed all age limits in the world of rubber radials. Most tiremakers say tires should be inspected after six years and replaced after 10, and several automakers recommend replacing tires after six years of use.

Is a 20 year old spare tire still good?

A 20-year old spare tire is not safe. Car manufacturers recommend replacing tires every six years, and no more than every 10 years, regardless of their remaining tread. The rubber materials that tires are made of decompose over time, whether they’re used or not.

How long do Spacesaver tires last?

If you can’t make it in for a new tire, though, a full-size spare is ideal. Most space saver — or “donut” — spare tires are good for no more than 70 miles.