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Discount Tire sells a variety of tires types for all kinds of vehicles. Select from tire brands like Michelin Tires, Goodyear Tires, Pirelli Tires and Cooper Tires. Available wheel styles include painted, machined, chrome and mesh from brands like MB Wheels, Fuel Wheels, Drag Wheels and Konig Wheels. The company offers financing to those who qualify for the Discount Tire Credit Card.
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Reviewed Jan. 17, 2017
I went to the Discount Tire location to get 4 tires I bought from them online, balanced and mounted on October 18, 2016. Approximately 2 weeks after having that done while driving my car I felt it wobbling a bit. I was curious because I never felt that before so I did some research online trying to figure out what could be the cause of that and from what I gathered I was under the assumption maybe it is my wheel bearing. About 4 days later after I felt the wobbling another motorist driving behind me inform me that my rear wheel was wobbling. I responded by telling them I am aware and it may be my bearing. It never dawned on me to check my lugs.
Fast forward to January 2, 2017. I was leaving the store and the wobbling got worst. Also I heard a noise that appears to be a flat tire. I pulled over on the side of the road. This was about 20:00 hrs in the night and walked around the vehicle. I kicked the tires. They were all inflated. No signs of a flat. So I went back in and started driving. The car started shaking more and the noise got louder. I was almost home so I drove slowly. The following morning I came out to do an inspection on the car and notice every single lug on all tires were lose and on the driver side two lugs were missing and the tire was leaning out almost about to fall off after jacking it up.
I contact DISCOUNT TIRE and informed them and they sent an agent several days later to do an investigation and now they claim based on their findings that I have driving the car over 5,000 miles they will not fix the damages done to my vehicle. I explained to them this started 2 weeks after I left the location. My ignorance in the mechanic filed and confidence in them that I paid for a service and it was done right was what kept me from assuming they did not properly installed my tires, why I did not return to the location and have them check my wheel. Basically I am left with a damaged vehicle which is my only means of transportation to work. I believe they are responsible and should take responsibility for their actions or lack of and fix my vehicle.
Reviewed Jan. 9, 2017
My Discount Tires are long lasting and gives a smooth ride. I'm on 49000 with them. They are of good value and the company stands behind this product. On the other hand, BF Goodrich/Michelin does not stand behind their product. Tire are garbage and cause accidents all of the time. Do not buy BF Goodrich/Michelin tires... You will regret it.
Reviewed Jan. 3, 2017
But once they looked at me being a person of color they completely ignored my presence. And left their duties and out they went to the service area never to return. Then a young man appeared to be Hispanic and took charge and quickly helped me. Racial discrimination based on color of skin is against the law your. The 2 employees that thought it was humorous should be terminated.
Reviewed Dec. 7, 2016
Such amazing Customer Service!!! I was driving from Houston to Dallas for a meeting when I struck a nail, I was able to locate a Discount Tire a few miles from where my appointment was. Although there were many ahead of me in line when I arrived, I had mentioned my dilemma and driving in for a meeting and was on a time crunch. I was offered a ride to my location and so graciously picked up afterwards. My tire had been fixed and couldn't be happier. Mike is the Manager at Discount Tire and would recommend this shop!!! Thank you Mike and crew.
Reviewed Dec. 5, 2016
Purchased four new tires on 10/18/2016. While driving on 12/2/2016 one of the tires fell off the car. Thank goodness no one was hurt or worse. Haven't heard one word from the claims department. The vehicle sits in our driveway because no one in their right mind trusts driving it anymore. The work was performed at Machesney Park, IL Discount Tire. Will never go back.
Reviewed Nov. 3, 2016
Last 2 times I went in to get tires they left at least one lug nut off and a couple were broken. My car had them all when I took them in. This is a real safety issue for me and very dangerous. I am disappointed in them as I have gotten my tires there over the years.
Reviewed Oct. 23, 2016
10/23/2016 - I purchased a used 2014 Hyundai Elantra Sedan in March 2016. Before leaving the lot I went over any body and interior imperfections with the dealership. I pride myself on the fact that I take very good care of my vehicle mechanically and cosmetically. I had my car detailed the day before I went to Tires plus which was in the middle of August of 2016. At the time of the detail I arrived early to talk to the detail employee and make sure there were no scratches or nicks from the buffer. The car was fine except for items I knew of when I purchased the car.
On that following day I left my house and as I was driving down Mccarren Blvd my sensor inflation light came on. Tires Plus was just up the road on the right so I pulled into their shop. I've used Tires plus before to buy tires for my mustang in the past. The manager Dave helped me and went out and checked each tire and noticed a small nail in one of the tires. He was extremely polite and offered to fix it at no charge.
I had a seat in the waiting room and noticed maybe ten minutes later my car quickly passing by and speeding into the work bay. I then saw the gentleman driving my car back up quickly and pull in again very quickly. At that time there was a car parked at the work bay to the right of mine so I could only see the top of my car. About 25 minutes later the manager Dave came to let me know it would be a few more minutes and I asked if we could look at some custom rims and tires and he graciously help me and gave me the quotes. Soon after my car pulled up to the pickup door and the gentleman held the door for me and told me the light should turn off after I've driven a few minutes which it did. At that time again I did not see the passenger side of the car as he pulled up with the driver's side facing me.
I drove directly home and pulled into my private driveway. As I was exiting the car I noticed that the left seat panel was filthy smeared with a dirty greasy substance. I went into the garage to get my shampoo upholstery machine and as I walked out I noticed the front passenger rim looked like it had struck a curb of a cement parking block sideways. It was completely chewed up. These were brand new rims that were put on the car before it took it home from the dealer. I immediately called Tires Plus and a gentleman answered and I then asked for Dave. He told me Dave was busy and asked if he could help. I began to tell him the problem and while I was in mid sentence he said "Are you calling about your from passenger rim? I saw that." I told him I would call Dave back. After I had the mobile detail guy come over and charged me $50.00 to clean my seat.
I again called Tires Plus and Dave answered. I again explained the problem and Dave said "We don't have curbs in our work bays and I'll check all the workers' butts to see if they are dirty." I was upset because I knew I hadn't hit a curb and asked Dave if he remembered seeing it when he check each tire? His response was "I don't know. We don't check those things." I'm the only one who has driven the car since the purchase. The car remained in my private driveway until the next morning. The next morning I walked outside for my doctor's appointment and then noticed as the sun was hitting directly on the passenger door that the entire rock guard at the bottom looked as if had been struck by something that the car dragged across then as if it stopped and hit again taking the paint off. The vehicle remained in our private driveway and my mother's car was in the garage. We had no visitors.
At that point I called Tire Plus Headquarters for the Nevada region. I did receive a call back quickly and this was two days before I was going into the hospital for a major surgery which I would be hospitalized for six weeks. I do apologize that I do not have the name of gentleman who holds the title I believe of territory manager for that region but I can get it and add it to this post if this format allows me to? I spoke to him to let him know my concerns. I let him know that I was aware that they didn't have curbs and that still my rim and car rock panel were damaged. He truly proceeded to treat me as if I was just a crocked customer trying to scam them He asked me persistently what I wanted from them and tried twisting my words as to what I was complaining about. He said the following:
"What you're upset about is nobody listens to you correct? What you're saying is you don't think we did it? You want your car fixed?" And as I perceived what was a threatening manner "I'll have to get our insurance involved." At that point I just told him I want nothing except to let you know my car was most definitely damaged at your place of business. He then told me that when we hung up Dave would call me definitely today sometime and he would like to give you a discount on your custom rims and tires you want to order. I never heard from Dave which was fine because at that point I had no intention of doing business with them again.
Today is 10/23/2016. I had gone last night to a restaurant that is in the same shopping center as this Tire Plus store in Reno NV. There happens to be only one way in the center coming northbound from my home. As I was driving in the center it faces the work bays of Tire Plus. I witnessed a heavyset employee with dark hair actually lifting a large hand jack with is a considerable about of weight and heavy metal. Throwing it over the top of the vehicle he was working on striking the vehicle he was working on and the vehicle in the work bay to the right of it.
Reviewed Oct. 21, 2016
I just took my car to Discount Tire in Southport today and was very satisfied with their tire replacement policy and customer service. I purchased the Falken tire about a year ago, and it still had a lot of tread left. I got a flat tire and told Discount that I wanted to claim my Road Hazard warranty on the certificate that I bought. Evan, the salesman, said that was no problem and that Discount would either repair or replace the tire free of charge.
Evan said they were very busy, (I was 5th in line), and that it would take about 1½ hours to get the repair done. I told him I would be at a nearby restaurant while I waited. Apparently they worked very fast, and had the car done in 45 minutes. The restaurant was noisy and I didn't hear my phone when he called. I was just amazed when Evan walked a block to the restaurant, came inside and told me my car was ready. Now that's great customer service!
Reviewed Oct. 12, 2016
After purchasing a full set (4) tires for my 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara about 6 months I noticed small cracks in sidewall of two of the four. I immediately went to my local Discount Tire Co. and told them I was very dissatisfied with the service and poor performance of these tires. I was allowed almost the full credit price for the tires in an adjustment and got a full set of Michelin tires of much better quality with road hazard insurance, free balance and rotation for a very fair price. I highly recommend Discount Tire Co, to anyone seeking quality products and excellent customer service.
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2016
I was just told by Discount tires that my Michelin defender 90000 mile warranty tires are WORN OUT! The tires only have 30000 miles on them!! The rude sales person at Discount tire was not interested in the "so called tire replacement warranty certificates" Discount sold me with these tires at $16 per tire! He said "Well you know we can't be stupid about this--this is Arizona and you should know that no tire is going to last you that long!" The tires are also only 4 years old! He then wanted to sell me more of those LOUSY Michelin tires! My advice to tire buyers is NOT to buy MICHELIN TIRES ---and not to buy them from DISCOUNT!!
Reviewed Sept. 22, 2016
Yesterday was the 3rd and last bad experience dealing with Discount Tire. 3 chances and 3 consecutive strikes was extremely generous on my part. I won't be returning. Perhaps they should focus on return business rather than extreme sales pressure to increase profit TODAY. Apparently they fail to understand that most people have more than one car and they could make even more money with returning customers.
Reviewed Sept. 21, 2016
I have given my car Discount tire company to change old tires. They did it by charging $94. All looks good. I traveled 2 days no lights came ON. When I hit the Speed more than 40 MPH, I see ABS, VSC and 4WD is ON. I took it to Toyota showroom (camelback Toyota). They diagnosed it by charging $132 + tax and found, said to me, somebody recently messed it up with RH speed sensor wiring, have documentation C0200 codes. I took back my car to Discount Tire company and asked for it. They said they will send claim to Corporate, corporate will review and call me soon. It did happen.

Reviewed Sept. 21, 2016
I originally bought a set of 5 BF Goodrich 31x10.5x15 KO tires. I was getting really good mileage on them when one day away from home on a trip there was debris in the road that I couldn't avoid without going into oncoming traffic. I got one tire repaired by them putting 5 plugs and one hot patch on the inside the tire. Then there was a tire with a slice in the sidewall of the tire leaving it with a flap of rubber. The third tire had a piece of wood the size of my thumb that went through the sidewall of the tire and couldn't be repaired. They had to use my new spare for the sidewall damaged tire and I called Discount Tire and told them I was coming in. That was about November 15th, 2015.
They said they didn't have any in their warehouse and called around. They couldn't find any anywhere. I paid for the whole package including Road Hazard Certificates on my Social Security Disability and now I'm being told they stopped making them so I'm just out of luck. So the Service Writer at that time at the Surprise Discount Tire talks to the Mgr who says they can put my name on a waiting list and when they become available they will call me.
Well in the meantime they can let me try other tires till then. They gave me 4-5 different sets of tires to try. Each set had one nice feature but not the outer. One got great gas mileage on the highway but got stuck in dirt, another was great in dirt but on the highway they sang so loud you had to turn up the radio, another set was a BF Goodrich Tire but when I came to get the truck they had Cut the Air Dam to get the tires into the fender well and the tires couldn't turn, so they damaged my truck doing so. All this was stretched out over about 3 months.
Then I went on their Facebook page to complain and that got someone's attention because I got a call from the Vice President of Discount Tire in Scottsdale asking if I could be at the Surprise Arizona store on February 14th. They would have my tires and "we're sorry for the inconvenience." So I show up there at 8:30 am and they did have 5 tires. I left my truck and came back a few hours later to see my truck sitting in the parking lot with 5 tires on it including the spare.
They then have me come inside where they gave me $542 back because I'm assuming it's for all 5-6 trips there, one way from Wickenburg was 42 miles plus the damage to me Air Dam, plus the money I had to pay for the other tires that didn't work out. I get in my truck and drive away. I don't drive the truck much and it sits in the shade. I'd go have the tires rotated and Rebalanced. Then around the beginning of September 2016 I noticed the tires have flaps of rubber coming off and the tread is really low. I look at when I got the tires and the mileage I have on them now is about 20,000 miles. The ABS light started coming on and off and now it's totally on.
I call Surprise Discount Tire and talk to Eric the Assistant Mgr who says "bring it in and we'll see what we can do." Eric comes outside and looks at the tires and says they're shot and nothing they can do. I said "you're kidding" and point out a brand new spare tire on the back and said "what about this tire." Eric says he'd give me $20 for it but it'll just sit on the tire rack because no one will want it. Eric informs me that there is no warranty on my tires. That's funny because when I bought them they had a 50,000 mile warranty. I check into my paperwork that they send in a PDF file and see about the warranty and when they got these tires in they replaced them with 32x11.5x15 that have no mileage warranty but does have a 6 year defective material warranty.
I complained and was told they would take a $100 off the price of a new set of tires. That's crap. So much for that Road Hazard Warranty you pay an extra $100 for. So I started checking online for BF Goodrich to call them and find over 150 people who all have the same problem with their tires and I call them and record the conversation. First they said they needed a current inspection and have me go to the local Big O Tires to get it done. The Mgr says "it's bad rubber because the center of the tire has flaps of rubber coming off." I ask him "how many miles are left on the tires" and he says "maybe 5000". He wrote down that the tires were inflated properly and wearing evenly and has 5 to 6/3 2nd of an inch left. I show him my Discount Tire paperwork from August 2015 that shows to date I've only driven it about 3000 miles.
I contacted BF GOODRICH today that said the surprise store Mgr Ben ** was to of called me with an offer. So she says they will give me 23% credit on a new set of tires. I said "you got to be kidding. You gave out faulty tires and knew about it and I have to pay for your mistakes." I said "I want an address where to send the Small Claims paperwork because you can't be represented by an Attorney." She says "let me put you on hold a moment" and comes back and says they are willing to give me a 52% discount. I said "make it a 25% discount and I'll buy another set". She said no and gave me the name and address where to send that paperwork. I would of compromised at 40% if I could get any other tire but there's because I can't trust my family's lives and mine to them anymore.
Reviewed Sept. 19, 2016
Brought my vehicle in for tire rotation and was told 45 minutes. An hour and 30 minutes later and I'm still waiting. Several female customers came in after me and they were in and out in front of me. When I asked what was taking so long for rotation, they said appointments came in and they came 1st. I overheard 2 employees talking about one of the female customers... not good things!!! Absolutely never again...
Reviewed Sept. 19, 2016
Bought 4 tires and persuaded to purchase the "protection package," and promised a $70.00 reward debit card. I got the card in the mail. Tried to use the card. Could not use as it always showed "invalid card." I called the number on the card but an automated voice kept asking over and over for the 16 digit card number. Entered and the system would say, "Not able to look up the card." Finally put the card in wallet and forgot about it until recent visit to Discount Tire for 6000 mile first rotation/balance. Shop indicated the card expired on 03/16 and nothing they could do. To be fair it did state that on the card face but it was never valid and there was no way to contact a PERSON at the number on the card. Beware. I feel I was scammed. The shop retained the original receipt and said they would check on it.
Updated review: Sept. 25, 2016
I had an issue with a tire that needed to be replaced and was not happy with the service I initially received. I sent a complaint to the email address listed on Discount Tire's website. I was later contacted by a regional manager and was offered replacement of my damaged tire for free. I took my vehicle into the Discount Tire location in Spring TX today. Not only did they replace the one damaged tire, but they replaced all 4 tires at no cost to me. In addition, I was treated with courteous and speedy service. Kudos to Discount Tire for taking my complaint seriously and making things right!
Original Review: Sept. 17, 2016
I had a flat last week while at the bank and called my insurance company's roadside assistance. When the guy took the tire off my vehicle and replaced it with the spare, he showed me my tire. It had gone flat because there was a nail or screw in the center of the tire between the thread. The next day I took the tire to Discount Tire at 7325 FM 1960 in Houston, TX. The service man first told me that the tire needed to be replaced because it had a "heat ring" on it. When I asked what that is, he explained that a heat ring happens when a tire is driven too long while flat. I was suspicious because I had driven it only from my home to the bank (less than 2 blocks) when it went flat. I told him "I couldn't afford a new tire and please just repair the tire."
Later, he came back and said there were actually two nails in the tire and because of the location of the nails, the tire could not be repaired. He showed me the tire and I knew immediately that the tire he was showing me was not the same tire I brought in. The location of both nails were on the side of the tire, not in the center. I told him that was not my tire and he swore it was and told me that they don't even sell that brand of tire. I knew this was untrue because I had purchased the tire along with another just 13 earlier at Discount Tire. I asked to speak to a manager and waited over 30 minutes before the manager was called. The manager told me his staff would not switch tires and then offered to put a used tire on my vehicle since I had said I couldn't afford a new tire. I told him "No thanks. I'd go elsewhere for a tire". He then said, "Well that's a shame because we have the best prices and you already have Discount Tires on your vehicle."
This was a complete contradiction of what I'd just been told about DT not selling the brand of tires I had. Today while looking at the ConsumerAffairs website at complaints against DT, I saw a photo posted by another customer. The large nail and position of the nail in the photo is exactly like the one I was shown that DT claimed was my tire. The customer who posted the complaint felt that DT had planted the large nail in his tire just to force him to buy new tires. Coincidence? I think not.
Reviewed Sept. 17, 2016
I'm not one to give reviews but I want to do this right now. I'm a customer of discount tire for 25 years, most of the time it's been a good experience until a couple of instances lately here with the store in Gilbert AZ, Warner and Cooper roads. I recently bought a set of 4 FALKEN/ziex05 tires from this store, drove for approx. 200 miles on them, noticed back rear passenger side tire leaking air. Took the truck in, they replaced the valve stem... no charge (THIS is the service I expected, except the 1/2 hour promised took 2.5 hours), at least it got fixed. 200 more miles, another valve stem problem, take it in again, another 1/2 hour promised. 2.5 hours later, I return to see my truck up on the stand still, they tell me I need new tire sensor for tire pressure warning indicator (I've never had to have these before? I've had the same wheels with countless sets of tires mounted by Discount before. No mention ever of new sensors).
I tell them "as long as it doesn't leak anymore, I don't care." (by this time I just wanted to get my truck and leave) But the service rep behind the counter says they "recommend" having all 4 wheel sensors swapped out. "It's a safety issue" now. I say "OK swap em out then." I go to grab my truck and they present me with a $240 bill for this. Discount tire handled all the previous tire swaps before and it's never been an issue. Why now? Why did they replace the earlier valve stem and make no mention of new sensors? Why didn't they say that previous to the work being done they were going to charge me $60 per wheel and tell me that I was going to have to pay $240. They installed all the previous valve stems in my truck since 2005 and zero issues, now all of a sudden I have to pay $240 just so I can get brand new tires that I bought from them that don't leak?
I USED to be a discount tire fan. NO MORE. I'm so pissed that this shop tried to take me for a fool and gouge me for no reason. Most discount tire shops are straight up, the store at WARNER Rd and COOPER Rd in Gilbert AZ is not. These people should have been apologizing to ME for have to continually go back to have issues fixed and fixed again (new tires going flat) on a set of new tires not Gouging me $240. TERRIBLE way to do business, I would never go back to this shop.
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2016
I bought 4 tires 5 mo. ago. One start small leak. I took it back to them. They said nothing wrong with it, 2 weeks later leaked again. This time they found small nail, I left the shop, get on freeway. Tire start shake so bad I thought it going to come off the car. Went back again so they can balance it and to get a hell out of there.
Reviewed Aug. 26, 2016
These incompetent teens put the wrong lug bolts on my car damaging the ABS, hubs and brakes ($1600). They told me to drive it off the lift and it wouldn't move because the bolts are smashed into the brakes. They made the note that the install was done incorrectly and another mechanic confirmed the damage. I am waiting on their insurance to contact me. SA TX 281 and Evans.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2016
I made an appointment at the Discount Tire on Thunderbird Road in Peoria, AZ almost one week in advance. I showed up about 5 minutes early and got signed in right about exactly when my appointment was as they were helping another customer in front of me. As I'm waiting patiently for my vehicle to get inside the shop, I am continually hearing the employees telling people who showed up without an appointment that it would be about an hour.
30 minutes later, after my car STILL had not been taken into the shop, I asked what the point behind having an appointment was if you weren't able to get your vehicle at about that exact time. I was told that the appointment system was meant to guarantee that you would get your car in within FORTY-FIVE MINUTES of the appointment time. About 15 minutes later, my card was taken in and the new tires were put on. I left about FIFTY-FIVE minutes after my appointment time which means I save about FIVE minutes over the people who just stopped in without an appointment and were told it would be an hour. At least at that location, it seems like there's no point in worrying if you don't have an appointment and not really a point in making one either.
Reviewed Aug. 18, 2016
I do not write reviews very often. Today I had a great experience at Discount Tire located 2190 GA-92, Woodstock, GA 30188. I ordered my tires online and they called me back to two days later setup the appointment. They matched a competitive offering and I was done and back on the road in 20 minutes. They had the tires in stock, great price, service was fast and they were really nice people from front desk to service techs. Thank you for a great experience.
Reviewed Aug. 18, 2016
Paid $732 for 4 tires. The balance was not done right and my car was almost uncontrollable. Took it immediately for a front end alignment. The man at the alignment place told me it was not balance right and they had not put back a washer on the rear tires that should be there. He even showed me and he called Discount tires for me and explained to Chris, the manager. When I took the car back, Chris, the so called manager was rude, and crude and made me wait over an hour. When I complained he told me to shut up or I will make you leave the store. Bad customer service. Bad management, unsafe work. I called the Corporate office in AZ. I will tell everyone I can not to go to there.
Reviewed Aug. 12, 2016
Good service needs public acknowledgment and my wife and I were extremely happy with the service we got at Discount Tire in Amarillo, Texas! My wife and I were headed home to Indiana from California and were driving after dark in a driving rain. Immediately off the exit we spotted our motel and were anxious to get some rest. I went through a deep puddle around a storm drain, scraped the broken curb and slashed the sidewall on my right front passenger tire. Stuck in the front entrance of our motel, we patiently waited for the service man from AAA to put on our spare, we noticed a Discount Tire store right across the street.
Long story short, we had to have four tires because we have a Subaru and the manufacturer recommends buying four at a time to keep the computer happy I guess. Stephen, talked gently to us, did NOT try to upsell us from our decision, gave us a few tips, and got us on our way in about half an hour (we were second in line when the store opened. We felt as though we had lost very little time, and the cost was less than we expected! Thank you Discount Tire of Amarillo, Texas! It was a bonus that there is a Discount Tire in the town where we live!!!
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2016
Discount tire in Lubbock, TX put new tires and wheels on my car. While driving 65 mph to Houston, TX the tire and wheel fell off. My friend and I were in the car, we pulled to the side of the highway. I was one mile from Discount Tire in Conroe, TX. I had at my expense the car towed. After all DT areas coordinated the fiasco, the issue ended up at Corporate. They are antagonistic and careless. We are 39 days into this. I have proved their fault. My daughter lost her job in Lubbock as she couldn't get back, they took so long.
I have had to pay for rental cars. The car still needs body work and paint. The struts broke as a result of the pressure from the tire falling off at a high rate of speed. Yet, corporate will pay for the broken one and not the bent. Think of it this way, you break your left leg your right leg now has to carry extra weight. That is a concept they can't get.
The business fixing it stated there is no other way that this could have happened. I would think a business would be really happy no one died and fix the vehicle. Five vehicles all locations over 10 years, a loyal customer and this is the treatment we get. I even let go of the fact they put the wrong tires on the wrong side of my Cadillac CTS in Heights, Houston. You could visibly see the car off balance. That store manager apologized and fixed it. This is inexcusable. All I ever wanted was a timely repair without being insulted and antagonized. Trying to go above the smart ass employee got nowhere. I have now hired an attorney who amicably tried to make us whole and get us back on the road and they are dragging their feet with him. DO THE RIGHT THING! I hope this never happens to their daughter as perhaps they will see the error of their ways. Handling this should not be a full-time job or cost me $. I didn't put the wheels and tires on.
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2016
Other than the wait times for rotations and balance I have had good experience with this location. I have purchased a set of tires and set of trailer tires from them prior and needed another set of tires so I went there. They were kind of slow as usual but no big deal. They get my new tires on and drive my truck around to the door. The tech hops out and says "Is this your truck?" I said yes and thank you as he hands me the receipt. He tells me about some grease on the inside of a couple of my rims which I tell him I am aware of. So I go to jump in the truck and before I even open the door I see the molding that runs the length of my rocker panels is hanging there and it was not when I got there. So I get the manager and he comes to look but can't bend over because of his bad knee he said so. He gets another guy to come and look. The other says "Dang it. Those guys know not to do this" and that the rocker had folded breaking the moulding clips.
I say I want it fixed so he says he will go talk with the manager with the bad knee. That guy says offer me a 100$. I say "No I want it fixed." So they tell me to come back on Monday. In the meantime I notice the clips holding the moulding on the other side of the truck are broken as well but the moulding is not hanging off the truck. So finally I crawl under the truck and find they put the jack on the rocker panel pinch welds smashing them in a few locations and breaking the moulding. So I go back and tell a different manager I want this fixed. He says "Get an estimate and we will submit it and get you a check." So I get an estimate from a body shop and return and give it to the same manager who told me to get the estimate. He looks it over and tells me winters and rust are hard on vehicles.
I told him I understand it is not brand new but it also did not have broken moulding and smashed rockers before I brought it to them and that had they lifted my truck on the frame as they should have we would not even be talking right now. He said he would submit it and I should hear from them within 24 hours. It has been two and a half days now and I have not heard a thing. I will be contacting them within the next day if I do not hear from them and will rewrite a review if and when my situation is handled properly. Either way the bottom line is my vehicle was damaged by the negligence of the tech who was then hoping I hopped in and drove away without noticing the damage. I should say the tech did say he was sorry the day of the incident however that is a small consolation for the damage he attempted to send me on my way with.
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2016
Let me start by saying I went to Discount Tire to see if they had better prices and service. Well I ordered my tires online and set up an appointment online to have the tires installed. When I arrived at the store I told them my name and what I was there for. The person I spoke to had trouble locating my order but finally found it. I had my winter rims and tires on the truck and explained that I wanted the new tires I ordered put on the chrome rims in the back of the truck and dispose of the old tires on the chrome rims. I then left and they said it would be about 45 mins to an hour.
About 45 mins later I received a phone call from Discount Tire and the man said, "Mr. ** we don't have the tires that you ordered in the shop. You will have to come back when the tires come in". I asked why didn't someone call and tell me that the tires did not come so I didn't waste the time and trip? He did not know. When the tires came in I went back and they installed the new tires on the chrome rims after I had to tell them again what I wanted done. I asked them to put 40 psi in each tire and I was told they did. When they were done I drove around to the other side of the building and checked the TPMS. No joke, FL 34 psi. FR 28 psi. RL 39 psi. RR 36 psi. I wanted to go back in and say something not nice, but I didn't and I went home and aired them all to 40 psi.
Well after 1 week I checked the pressure in the tires and all had lost 1-2 psi. No biggie. I checked again a week later about the same except for the FR tire TPMS read 21 psi. I thought I have a nail so I checked the best I could and did not find anything. I aired up the tire to 40 psi and checked it again the next day and it read 34 psi. I checked with a good tire gauge and it read the same. So I went back to Discount Tire and explained everything. They pulled the tire and placed it in a water tank to check for leaks and said they found nothing, no leaks anywhere. I asked them why would the tire be losing pressure if there were no leaks? They didn't know. Around 2 weeks later same tire same problem.
I go back to the store and tell them same tire same problem fix it, give me a new tire or replace them all. Well this time after about 1 hr they tell me that the TPMS was bad and leaking and they put in a rebuild kit on the sensor (I didn't know that was possible) but that is what the guy told me. No kidding I was about to do what the commercial shows and throw the tires through the window. Never had any issues with Sears and the price difference isn't nearly enough to deal with inept service.
Updated review: Aug. 30, 2016
Thank you.
Original Review: July 31, 2016
Dodge Sprinter Van had one TPMS fail. Went in to "Smokey Point/Marysville Washington store" to confirm, & yes. So the "manager" ordered one. I made the LONG trip back and yet another one had failed so the manager would order that one also. 2nd trip, the manager told me to drive 15 miles & the TPMS would reset. DIDN'T happen. 3rd trip, the "manager" told me that two others had failed so he would order them. It took about a month to get them in. Again, I was told to drive on them so they can reset. Didn't happen. 4th trip, called "manager" to fill him in AGAIN. An hour away, he said, "Come on in".
I drove an hour to get there. He ignored me. Finally asked how he can help. I started to talk then his phone rang & he answered that call, then ran an errand to the back room. When he came out I had to say, "Can you PLEASE help with my ongoing TPMS problem? The "manager" said, "Can't you see we're busy"? I HAD to raise my voice so him & the entire waiting room could hear me say "THAT'S why I called you first and YOU told me to come right in!" The two newest TPMS' had failed already. So the "manager" ordered two more. He assured me he would make sure they're transmitting while still in the box (the next time). 5th TRIP! So I get a call from the "manager". "They're in!" I drive back to his "store", he has two new rookies install the 3rd & 4th new TPMS's and again... "Drive 15 miles for a reset". DIDN'T HAPPEN.
I WAS a devoted repeat customer. Not any longer. Cold day in hell before I return, if ever. Except to get my money back, then go to another tire shop. These guys probably broke or mis-installed at least one of the valves when breaking down a tire bead. Out of box failure? Possible? 5 trips later and it's my fault? Only for returning. No more Discount Tire. These guys are bad news. I think manager training could be of help. Too late for my business.
Reviewed July 23, 2016
I arrived at Discount Tire Saturday morning at 8:05. They took my keys at 8:35 to get my tires rotated. There was about 4-5 people in front of me. Employee said it would take 45 minutes which was understandable since there were many people. Over 1 1/2 hours later they finally took my car to rotate my tires. I saw many people come and go that got there way after I came. Once they took my car to get my tires rotated they came to me 5 minutes later saying I needed a new tire. I asked why did it take so long especially since many other people came after me and have already been taken care of. Employee said that my car was taken in order but I could clearly see that was not true.
I believe that in my case they chose who to take first because they definitely did not take cars in the order they came. I am so disappointed and feel taken advantage of. It was a total waste of 2 hours. Beware of Discount Tire. I will not return. I have always heard of automotive places taking advantage of women but I thought this place was different. I was wrong.
Reviewed July 16, 2016
Went to store due to flat tire, they couldn't find the leak so just inflated it. Sure enough the tire lost air over the day so had to go back. Both times had to wait 2 hours. I'll never pay for their certificates again, waste of time.
Reviewed June 26, 2016
On Thursday I visited the West Bellfort store because my steering wheel with vibrating. I requested that they examine the tires to see if there were any particles or items in the tires. They so concerned with trying to tell me about one of my tires being in the yellow they never once responded with the information I have requested. I had the tires rotated only to leave the store and have my car riding worse than before I drove it in. I went back after a couple of hours because the tire pressure light has come on and explain the problem getting worse; they tell me they needed to reset the tires to the appropriate pressure and my light would automatically go off, that too was an incorrect statement, so I decided to go to another location.
Reviewed June 25, 2016
I recently returned from Florida and had a tire plugged while on the road. I noticed the same tire looked low and checked where it was plugged and found it leaking again. I went to Discount Tire in Dearborn, MI to have it repaired. The tech (I use tech loosely) behind the counter asked me what kind of plug was used and my tire and my reply was, "I did not know". He then proceeded to tell me it could not be fixed because the plugs hold water and rust the steel belts in the tire (I guess my stupid beacon was going off). Mind you the tech did not even look at my car much less the tire when he told me this. I said, "You're kidding, right?" He said, "No" and that's when I said, "I think I'll get a second opinion".
I went down the street to Belle Tire and they took my car in and fixed the tire with an inside patch and guarantee it. I asked what I owed them and the guy just said come see us when you need tires. That's the way to keep people coming back and I will certainly buy my next tires from them. I have been buying tires for over 15 years from Discount Tire and they use to treat customers right. What happened Discount Tire? I see from the reviews that I am not alone. For the record, I am a retired auto body tech so I do know a few things about automobiles. I still find it unbelievable that this young tech (still use tech loosely) would try and run this game on me to try and sell a tire. I wonder how many, women, retired people and others that just don't know, fall for this. This is the kind of company that gives honest auto repair people a bad name. BEWARE OF DISCOUNT TIRE.
Reviewed June 12, 2016
On Thursday June 9th, 2016 3:15 I went to Discount Tire to have a flat tire repaired. It was very busy and I was told it would be like a 1/2 hour to 40 minutes, I was fine with that. Well I started to realize that there were other customers that came in at 3:30-4:00 that were leaving before me. So I approached the counter and asked to speak to a Manager. Josh the Manager said "I'm the manager I'll be with you in a minute." He was on the phone. 10-15 min later he gets off the phone. I told him I need to know why my car is not done. He says "can't you see how busy we are?" I said "yes I can, but I've been waiting for 1 1/2 hours and others that came after me are gone." I said it only took me 20 min to drop the spare and change the flat I had from the blowout and your guys are taking 1 1/2 hour to do what I did.
He said "well maybe I should hire you to change my flats." I said excuse me! He said "I don't know what's going on I'll have to go check." Well duh, that's all I asked for in the first place. He then continued to blame the new hires, just like a bad manager to not own up to their titles. He went back to his garage and never came back to tell me what was going on. In fact he walked out with another customer right in front of me and totally ignored me.
I'm a 51-year-old woman and I've been with Discount since I was 18. Josh was very condescending and very unprofessional. He reminded me of a pompous **. I don't understand why companies hire such employees. I will never go back to a Discount Tire again. As of Thursday I have now taking my business to Big O Tires. I called corporate office for Discount and was not happy with the results. The guy I spoke with was named Albert and he proceeds to tell me how shocked he is because he knows Josh and his wife very well, so that goes to tell you that no disciplinary action will be done. My receipt does not have a order number on it.
Reviewed June 10, 2016
I don't recommend that anyone sign up for Discount Tire credit cards. They can be nice at first but I was hit with a blindside payment of an extra $25. They claim to have tried to take a payment out of my account but wasn't able to due to insufficient funds but the bank disagreed to the statement. I was never contacted about this problem however my card was deactivated. When I spoke to a supervisor he informed me that the notice was coming in the mail and it would take seven to ten days to receive. A week later I receive emails from debt collectors about a small balance due. I thought to give it up. I don't want this to happen to anyone else.
Reviewed June 4, 2016
My husband and I have done business with our local Discount Tire for years. Not sure why they decided to make changes to their honest sales practices to make them dishonest sales practices. The last few times I have been in there to have my less than year old tires rotated and balanced (just had my third rotation done) 15000 miles on 85,000 kumo tires. I was told I need new tires! My tires still look brand new, have lots of tread. Run that game on some other gullible woman! I know better jerk. Remember I bought them from you and had you order the same tire with a step up from 60,000 to 85,000 miles. The last tires I got 62,500 miles and 4 years out of them. Note to DT you have About 4 more years of tire rotation and balancing before you get another dime out of me!! Oh and by the way, at that time I will be moving on and buying my tires directly from the dealership since they will match your price and rotate/balance.
Reviewed June 3, 2016
They are very friendly and provide us with very great service. They even provide us with free tire pressure check and refill, free tire rotation and even free tire balancing. I plan to buy more tires from them since so far they provide us with great service!
Reviewed June 2, 2016
We've been a loyal 4-customer family for years. Went in with a big SUVs rear tire going down... Currently 23 psi. The employee said it'd be at least an hour. I couldn't wait as I had a dr appointment. He justified by saying there's a lot of people traveling that have flat tires, a lot of people going out of town for graduations. Ok. It's storming. My tires on its way to flat! NOT even a quick fix of air!!! They won't be my go-to tire store anymore!!!
Reviewed May 13, 2016
Arrived at Discount Tire at approximately 1:20 pm and was told the wait was one hour to one and half hours before complete. At the hour and half mark I had to inquire why my car had not even been taken back to begin work. After watching customers that arrived after me with similar requests for 4 new tires get service before me, I was very frustrated. I was about to ask for my keys back and leave when they rushed my car into a bin. I'm at 2 and half hour waiting mark at this point. I will not return to Discount Tire. Although I have been a customer for about 20 years, they lost my business for good. There's plenty of comparable competition out there.
Reviewed May 7, 2016
Went into Discount Tire in Joplin, MO with a nail in my tire. I was told it could be patched, but immediately not just the kid waiting on me, but three different employees tried to tell me my tread was low on all four tires and I needed to replace all four tires. I explained when I get back from the trip I'm heading out on, I plan to change them, but am also changing my rims from 19" to 18" size, so I don't want to replace all my tires today. I explained thru don't have the time I plan to put on my car. Well, of course they come back and tell me that the tire can't be fixed, and needs to be replaced. Then insist, if I'm going on a long road trip, I can't just replace one tire because it will pull too bad. $450 later I now have two new tires I won't need for more than 2000 miles before I change to the time I want on my vehicle. Their high pressure up sales tactic has ensured that I will never step foot in another Discount Tire store again.
Reviewed May 5, 2016
I've been purchasing tires from Discount Tire for over 16 years and have purchased over 10 new sets. This last winter I had them remove my regular tires and install studded tires that I had purchased from them last winter. Today I took the car in to have the regular tires put back on and was told that two of the tires needed to be replaced... However I was not told this when they removed them that two were bad and would need replacing when I came back in to have the studded tires taken off. Now I am given a "story" that they had a bad employee that was not telling customers that they had bad tires that would need replacing... Duh. They would not put the tires on so I took them to another tire shop that said that there was nothing wrong with the two tires and they installed them. I will NOT be shopping at Discount Tire any longer.
Reviewed May 3, 2016
Long time happy customer until now. Tire pressure check is a great safety item that helps company and customers. Today, I stopped by to have tire pressure checked on my motorcycle due to long winter of non-use. As the service tech started to check the pressure, the manager walked by and told him, NO MOTORCYCLES! He just walked away. Didn't even have the courtesy to talk to me as to why. This policy is bad for business and safety. My family has now been encouraged to avoid Discount Tire for all future business. Didn't cost Discount Tire anything except our future business. Thanks Discount Tire in N. Richland Hills, Texas! More managers like him will put you out of business. The website says free tire pressure check... ANY TIRE... NO MATTER WHERE YOU PURCHASED THEM.
Reviewed April 17, 2016
Went to swap out snow for summer tires. Said they were done. Got home and started to put snow tires into storage. Noticed that two of my tires were not present. Called that tire store and they said they had them there. Had to drive back to their location which I had other things to do. Had to get two new tires put on some time later because of alignment issue at a different tire store. Discount tire never told me my snow tires were not wearing correctly and needed an alignment. The two tires that got ruined by the alignment were their tires. They just lost a customer. Those ruined tires were very expensive. Can't rely on them to tell me if something's wrong with alignment. Have to stay on top of it myself.
Reviewed April 12, 2016
I went in to have them check my vehicle because the low tire pressure light was on. Before you know it, the salesman comes back and tells me I have a nail in the tire and it's not repairable. I will need all new tires because it's not safe to put only one on. I said, "no, thanks, and goodbye."
Reviewed March 31, 2016
Discount Tire are using their BS chart, lies and excuses, to sell you their tires. I and my family stop using them. You can buy tires from the internet cheaper and have the small local shop balance and mount it for you without any BS. Been warning friends and other people to stop going to Discount Liars.
Reviewed March 15, 2016
They told me "We fix it for free." Get my car which I was putting air everyday for a week. They took my car and after refusing buying new tires, I was waiting, after 15 minutes they called me and say: "You need to buy a new tire", I said "Why???" and they show me a huge nail getting out from the side of the tire, and said "if the hole is at the bottom we fix it, but look is in the side, so you need a new tire." I cannot believed, I was putting air everyday for a week, I've Never seen that big nail. This is a ripoff store, they trying to offer free service and they just trying to sell sell sell their tires.
2 Years ago I had same problem, since was cold and snowing they told me the same thing and I ended up buying 1 new tire. Now with this experience I am sure they did the same thing like now. Chris very polite and everything but just well trained to RIP OFF all of us. LOOK THE PICTURE. HOW COME SOMEONE IS GONNA MISS THIS. DISCOUNT TIRE WELL TRAINED EMPLOYEES PLANTED IT. Very sad.
Reviewed March 14, 2016
I've been going to this location for tires for 10 years now and the manager has been here since I started coming in. Their prices are always fair and I've never had a defective tire from them for as long as I've shopped here. I try not to skimp on the quality of tires and do my research to make sure I'm getting a high quality product. They always have done a great job installing my tires. The warranty is really great and I can't count how many times I've had to bring my tires in for repairs. They even repaired the tires on a rental I had.
Reviewed March 3, 2016
I was advised by Discount Tire located on Holcomb Bridge Road, Alpharetta, GA to replace my tires that had 48,627 miles. I paid over $1000 for 4 new tires with lifetime rotation and balance. I was told the tires were guaranteed for a minimum of 45,000 miles but they should last a lot longer. With less than 35,000 miles on the tires I was told that my tires were worn out and they would no longer honor my lifetime rotation and balance but they would sell me new tires.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2016
Decker drive location. Discount tire cannot seem to get my dually truck tires balanced. The set I bought two years ago I eventually had to take elsewhere to be balanced at my expense. Last week I bought two front tires and have already taken them back once with no luck. This is my last visit period. I'm done with a company that does not understand a 16 inch dually tire should have at least one weight on the outside of an aluminum wheel (which one of my wheels did not both times). They have inexperienced assembly line workers that seem to be only interested in getting you in and getting you out. This location is faster than some I have been to, but I'm not interested in paying 500 dollars for 2 tires and then having to spend more money elsewhere to get a quality balance job. I will find a local company from here on out.
Reviewed Feb. 9, 2016
I had 60000 miles tires from the factory, got 66000 on them with one rotation, bought new 60000 mile tires from Discount junk Tire and got 33000 miles out of them. What junk. Also had to take my Civic in once to change one tire as from vibration, they said the tire was faulty. I will never go to Discount Tire again. The only thing good at Discount Tire is the popcorn.
Reviewed Jan. 12, 2016
I have purchased several full sets of tires from Discount Tires, and my family members have been there multiple times on my recommendation. Today I wanted to have them mount a tire on a wheel for a vehicle I'm building. I will purchase the new tires and wheels when I'm finished with the body work and paint, but for now, I just need something to help me roll the classic vehicle around my shop. Discount Tire here refused to do that for me, claiming that the tire is too old and might fall apart once it goes on the highway. I assured him that the tires will NEVER go on the highway, since I don't want my classic car seen with a bunch of rusted, messed up wheels and tires... but he didn't trust me so he refused to mount some junk tires on some shop wheels. Fine, I'll be buying tires from a place that doesn't CLAIM to be service oriented then treats its repeat customers like dirt.
Reviewed Jan. 5, 2016
I went to Discount Tire's website to research tires. I found what I was looking for, found a nearby store that had four in stock, and set up an appointment to have the work done. I arrived a few minutes before my appointment, and they took my car back almost immediately. They replaced all four tires in about 20 minutes. There were two different rebates available, and I was able to file both online in a matter of minutes. Anyone griping about the wait needs to realize that people with appointments get to go ahead of walk-ins, just like at any other service-based business that accepts appointments (like a doctor's office). Unless your repair is an emergency, making an appointment just makes sense. I've used various locations of Discount Tire for over twenty years, and I've rarely had to wait very long.
Reviewed Dec. 14, 2015
I bought a brand new set of tires recently and the traction is not good at all. I have already had two accidents where my vehicle spins out of control. My life has been put on the line and it scares to know that I cannot count on Discount Tire. I also have had a bad experience with your workers. They installed a tire one size bigger than the one that belongs on my car. I went back for them to change it out and once again they put the same size wrong tire. I was very disappointed. They do not take the necessary precautions to make sure the tires are the ones that belong on the vehicle.
Reviewed Dec. 2, 2015
A great experience! They patched my tire for free and gave me an honest evaluation of my tires, all the while being extremely courteous and professional.
Reviewed Nov. 27, 2015
Shopped for tires approximately 2 weeks ago, was told about black Friday sales, told to call back this week. When I called back, was told there were no appointments, would not honor the sale price after Fri. Tried other locations besides the Castle Rock, CO location, no appt's. It is deceitful to run a sale that you can't honor. Bought tires somewhere else.
Reviewed Nov. 21, 2015
Every time I visit the Clackamas location within two days I have a flat that needs to be investigated. They always find a nail conveniently slowly letting air out. I find it highly suspicious that a nail magically finds its way to one tire's sidewall EVERY time I go to them. It's been over a year since I last had them do a rotation; no nail.
Updated review: Dec. 6, 2015
I want to report that I will be fully compensated for the cost to repair my vehicle, therefore I am re-rating my experience with them to 4 from 1. I would have given them a 5 if not for the negligent tech who worked on it initially. I think that's a fair assessment.
Original Review: Nov. 9, 2015
Just brought my vehicle in for tire rotation and wheel balance. The service tech who worked on it ended up cross threading 4 wheel studs somehow? (1 on 1 axle, 3 on the other!) They couldn't repair it so I had to take it to the OEM dealer, where it is still being repaired as I write this. This will be a very costly repair resulting from a careless technician (I use that term lightly). It ended up with the dealer having to replace one of the axles completely because it was totally stripped out and couldn't be fixed. Discount said they will forward the bill to Corporate but I am not holding my breath because this repair bill will be very expensive costing thousands (yes thousands $).
Reviewed Nov. 5, 2015
Came in at noon for 4 tires, promised 90 minute turn around. 3 hours later sill waiting. Mounting and balance cost is high. I don't recommend this Discount Tire location at East Woodmen and Powers in Colorado Springs.
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2015
On Monday morning October 26, 2015, I was following my son to our mechanic's shop in Highlands Ranch CO. His Honda Accord had been making some strange noises, thus the trip to the mechanic. As we were on our way in morning traffic, his entire tire came off of his car and rolled down the street against opposing traffic, causing the Honda to come to a stop (see photo). Fortunately, the tire did not hit anyone or any cars coming from the opposite direction. The tires had been purchased at Discount Tire in Centennial CO and the tires had been rotated by this shop approximately one month prior to this time. We had the car towed to the mechanic for repairs, paid for the tow and for repairs of approximately $1,000.
The mechanic found that one of the bolts that hold the lug nuts had been broken off and felt confident that it was Discount Tire's responsibility. The next day we went to Discount Tire to communicate what happened and Bill, the manager, was apologetic and seemed to be willing to take responsibility. He filed a claim with Discount Tire's insurance department and the claim was inexplicable denied. Discount Tire is not willing to take responsibility for this. Discount Tire will not get any more of my business.
Reviewed Oct. 22, 2015
They should really consider taking a shorter amount of time because I have been waiting at least an hour and they still have not pulled my car into the garage. All this time and nothing to do gives people plenty of time to write complaints online so they might want to change something.
Reviewed Oct. 18, 2015
I ordered 4 17" wheels with 245/45R17 tires. I applied and was approved for discount tires credit so I placed the order online. The next day a rep called me to kinda go over everything since what I ordered was NOT original factory size. I explained to him what I wanted and he checked everything and agreed with me that everything would fit perfect. He then authorized the order and told me they would be delivered in 3-5 days. Sure enough, 3 days later everything arrived. Tires were mounted and balanced. I installed the wheels and no problems. My car drives/handles great, and the new wheels and tires look great as well. All in all a very easy and pleasant experience. I think it's great that someone called me to verify that I had made the correct choices and that it would work before I received something that may or may not work. I would definitely recommend Discount Tire Direct to my friends and family.
Reviewed Oct. 14, 2015
Extremely rude manager at the 2930 George Busbee Pkwy NW, Kennesaw, GA. He did offer us the lowest price based upon a coupon we had but his rudeness prompted us to go to Costco and pay $100 more for our tires than deal with someone like him.
Reviewed Oct. 13, 2015
Knock it off with the "Tire inspection" every time I walk in to a Discount Tire location. It is even worse when you remove a tire and then refuse to put it back on if I do not buy new tires. Same story today. Wanted two tires dismounted and put back on refurbished C230 wheels. Employee refused to do one of them citing that it was too bald due to wear on the shoulder. I was an extremely good customer but no longer. Pitiful companies are a dime a dozen today. Welcome to the club.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2015
Bought four new Michelins for my pickup to replace my old tires. Brought four new screw-in valve stems for my modular rims as the valve stems were as old as the tires. I asked that the valve stems be replaced when the tires were mounted. I then asked for the old tires to be mounted on some recently refinished rims that were loose in the pickup bed. I had pulled the old valve stems out of the loose rims because I wanted something fresh in there. I requested adhesive weights for the modular wheels.
Here is what I got. Knock-on weights on several of my modular wheels easily viewable on my front tires. Indeed, one wheel had six inches of weights in one place alone. The modular wheels were scored in numerous places (indeed, you could use the word scarred). They may be serviceable but never attractive again. The freshly restored wheels for my ranch truck that had looked so good will have to be resanded and repainted due to the scrapes and gouging from their machine. And guess where my new screw-in valve stems went? Right! They went on the old ranch truck rims that are never going to see a highway again.
Oh, yes. I wanted to mention that they tried to jack up the price on me. Yeah, about $20 a tire. And they don't offer to show you a copy of the invoice. If I hadn't asked I would have been out another $80. And don't forget to look over that invoice for items such as warranties and road service. The sweetness of a low price is soon overcome by the bitterness of poor service.
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2015
I had work done to my car and was advised that I needed tires. Discount Tire was recommended so I went there. I walked in, and I was greeted and told that someone would be with me momentarily. I waited, and was ignored, except by some other customers who were making a point to walk past me and sniff like they were smelling something unpleasant (the usual reason why no one does business in Hendersonville or Gallatin); someone came in after me, and she was waited on while I was completely ignored.
I just turned around and walked out; it is just not worth my time and money to waste it on people like this. After reading reviews of this company, I am more thankful that I did not get waited on, as I believe I would have just ended up feeling cheated and would have regretted it. If you can't even get something as simple as keeping up with customers straight, you certainly won't be able to keep anything else straight either. Do not waste your money here.
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2015
I am a 74 year old female. When I buy a need car, I immediately go to Discount Tire and purchase a tire warranty on all four tires. When the tires are worn out, I go to Discount Tire and purchase four new tires and the road hazard warranty on them. I never had to use the warranty; however, I had "peace of mind". About three months ago, the low pressure monitor light came on. I went to Discount Tire to have it checked out. They said there was no problem, put air in the tire and sent me on my way. Three days later the monitor light came on again. I took it to my mechanic who said the tire has a small nail in it, and probably could not be repaired. I went back to Discount Tire, who said there was no nail in it. They put air in again.
Two days later, the same problem. They said they repaired the tire, and sent me on my way. Two days later the light came on again. I took the car to another tire place who said the problem was now with the right rear tire. I realized that Discount Tire had moved the bad tire from the left rear to the right rear, in order to claim that it was a different. I marveled that what I thought was a reputable place would go to such lengths to keep from replacing a tire, which could not be repaired, in order to not honor the warranty. I went to Sam's Club and just bought four new tires. I JUST SAW A Discount Tire commercial on TV, and wondered if there was a website where I could warn others. Thank you for this website. The managers claimed to be Christians, looked me straight in the eye, and lied to me.
Reviewed Sept. 23, 2015
Been buying my tires from them for over twelve years. Have 8 registered vehicles on the road and over a dozen trailers. I have always been satisfied until now. I just purchased 4 new tires for my wife's minivan. Good deal, courteous sales person. I received two rebate cards, one for $70 and one for $30. I don't like these things but decided one of my Dually 1 ton work trucks could use a new spare. I thought what nicer way could I use these rebates. I would pay for the difference with my Discount Tire Direct credit card. I ordered the new tire Friday, September 18, 2015.
Since then I have spent over two hours of what is left of my 72 year old life on the phone to no avail. I have gotten the cards authorization # and been back and forth several times with no success yet. We were suppose to have a three way phone conversation with the rebate issuing company, Discount Tire, and myself, but Discount Tire has not returned my call. I will let you know how this turns out, but so far, BAD. Is this $100 down the drain?
Reviewed Sept. 21, 2015
It is not worth to have free tire rotation anymore. I took my car to a discount store to have tires rotated. I double checked three times to make sure that all my wheels are shiny and have covers. I take very good of my car! I am also aware of the low review rate of the discount tire store! When I was told that my car was ready, I immediately noticed that one of the wheels was black. The technician who was standing next to me told me that one of my wheel covers was missing before he touched my car. It was impossible! Then two more employees came and insisted that one of my wheel covers was missing and they had nothing to do with it. I wish that I had videoed my car before letting them rotate the wheels. It will cost me more than $40-50 to get a new one. It is not worth the free rotation!
Reviewed Sept. 16, 2015
I ordered 2 tires, canceled the same day shipping and they are charging me 33 dlls. They say it was a special order. You must be careful because discount tire never have in stock almost any tire... I'll never buy tires in that place.
Reviewed Sept. 13, 2015
I have been a satisfied customer of Discount Tire since first doing business with them in February 1996. My experience has found Discount Tire to offer competitively priced tires with competent and friendly staff. Discount Tire has satisfied my tire and wheel needs now for 20 years and has become my "go to" vendor, always competitive in both price and service.
My last visit with the store at 9735 W Happy Valley Road has presented a challenge that I am certain will be handled as equally satisfying. On 8/3/15 I rushed into Discount Tire to see that my BMW 328i was ready to rolled from Phoenix to Baton Rouge, LA and back. Learning of my father"s cancer diagnosis, I was immediately leaving. As I stood behind my car observing the two new tires being installed, the attendant working on the right rear slipped and hit my car above the wheel well. It was loud enough to get my attention but he apologized and said no mark had been sustained. I thought no harm no foul. However upon returning home and closer examination I discovered that my car had in fact been dented.
I returned from Baton Rouge two days ago on Friday. I returned to Discount Saturday and reported the damage. I was shown some claim forms that I am unsure were filled out. Either way I did not received any documentation. After leaving I realized I should have requested documentation. No signature was requested, from me. With the tech being there I figured they would simply ask him about the incident. Didn't happen. I return tomorrow for an 8:15am appointment to followup on this matter. I know mistakes happen. There is certainly an inconvenience issue however more importantly, I hope that there is not an integrity issue. Before reporting a claim I have treated as a valued customer. I hope I feel the same upon conclusion of this "dent" saga.
Reviewed Sept. 8, 2015
Discount said about 20 minutes. An hour later car hasn't moved. Customer since 1998. They tell me next car in... 3 times in a row this has been the case. It's NOT WORTH free rotation by being a "valued" customer. My time is worth more than their FREE 2 hr wait. Buy somewhere else, save time!!!
Reviewed Sept. 5, 2015
Warranty: 80,000 miles ($480). Actually: 38,000 miles (total wear). Discount Tire offers: $88.0 discount. My Choose: Try to let as many people to know as possible. Do you want to be cheated? Go with Discount Tire!!!
Reviewed Sept. 2, 2015
I bought and had 4 tires installed on my car. I noticed that my caliper looked like it was scratched. I took it into the manager of Discount Tire. He informed me it was leaking brake fluid. I took it to my Cadillac dealer. They showed me where a piece was broken off my caliper. I returned to Discount Tire and the manager said that D.T. would send out an adjuster to look at it. The adjuster saw my car at the dealership. 2 weeks later Discount Tire notifies me they will not cover the $1176. It cost me to repair my car. Discount Tire is the only ones who touched that wheel in the last 2 years. Cadillac told me they must of done it and I agree. They were the only ones that could of done it. I cannot believe they are not owning up to what they did. That’s a lousy way to treat a customer.
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2015
I brought my car in for tire change on Friday 8.28.15, when I left, I heard my car's sound was different. When I got home, lifted the car to see what could be the reason, and I found out there was a damage in the front pipe. This damage occurred when I received my car back from the my local Discount Tire store. I went back to the store and the senior assistant manager told me to bring him a pricing for parts and labor.
On Saturday, I went to the dealership and got the pricing for parts and labor. Afterwards, the manager and the assistant manager refused to fix the damage claiming the damage was not from the lifter. How come it has that damage when I got back? I demand a compensation for the damage that was done to my car or I will sue. I have witness that my car did not have any problem before taking it to the store. I am very frustrated and disappointment on the way the employees handled it my issue. This the store info: 10331 Broadway St., Pearland, TX 77584.
Reviewed Aug. 27, 2015
I took my 2011 Chevy Equinox to the Discount Tire store @1677 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler, AZ 85224 on 8/26/15 after purchasing 4 brand new tires on 7/27/15 and the driver side tire literally shredded from the inside out. I was to get one new tire put on. The rep ** act like he was dong me a favor by not using the warranty and giving me another tire. They sold me a defective tire and it blew before 30 days!! I arrived before 12 noon and waited for over 2 hours for one tire to be fixed!! They serviced other customers who came more than an hour after me.
When I inquired about the length of time I was waiting, the rep ** was rude and stated, "We are very busy and we will get to you." I reminded him, "I've been here longer than most of the customers. They have service and still waiting on my service," and was advised by the rep **, "It would be a few minutes," and yet I was told, "There's two cars ahead of you." And I watched them fix 6 cars and still have not changed my tire! I was advised again, "You're next" but I saw them pull in 3 more cars before getting to my car! I left Discount Tire after I waited 2 hours and 45 mins for ONE tire change due to selling me a defective tire that blew on the freeway and could've killed me. I will NOT go back to that location EVER!!
Reviewed Aug. 24, 2015
I bought 5 Cooper Discoverer ATP tires from Discount Tire Direct 2 years ago. 4 of the 5 tires were OK, but the 5th had issues from the first day it was mounted. I bought a Wally World life time mount balance and rotate. From day one the tire had a hop to it. I figured, being on my off road FORD work truck, it's hard to tell if it's the tires or the road. In this case, it was the tire. The 5th ATP had a blown belt from the factory. Before I realized it was a belt I had the tire balanced several times at Wally World. Every time the tech put at least 3 oz of weight on the wheel and it still bounced down the road. So I had them pull the tire off the rim to see if the wheel was bent, no worries there, true as a die. As it turns out it had a blown belt under the thread.
I called Discount Tire Direct. By the way, this is the only place you can get the Discoverer ATP tire. They told me to take it to a Cooper dealer for replacement. The Cooper shop said the ATP is not actually Cooper but a off brand labeled as a Cooper and they weren't going to touch it. So I called DTD back and they said because I didn't buy the road hazard warranty, I was S.O.L… really? You mean a manufacturer's defect is not covered under the standard Cooper or DTD warranty? The woman said "nope, but we can sell you a warranty for all 5 tires for $100 and we'll replace the bad." So DTD wouldn't make good on a bad tire but, if I buy something you don't want or need for $100, they will send you a new replacement tire. Yikes, what to do?
Reviewed Aug. 15, 2015
Discount Tire would not replace my tire that was defective, and sold some insurance and replaced the tire after the thread had separated. I bought 4 tires and now I have a bump in the other tires.
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2015
I'm sitting at Discount Tire now because I made an appt for 3 pm today; got here 10 minutes before my appt; only to be told it would be another 45 minutes. It's now been an hour. What's the point of making an appointment???
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2015
Would not rotate my daughter's tires. This happened before to my wife. And will be the last time I buy tires or recommend anyone else. I was a customer for over 20 yrs +.
Reviewed Aug. 1, 2015
Wheels were put on on Wednesday, back at discount tire with a tire going flat on Saturday. Should have taken a few minutes to fix their mistake (like discount said) but now I've been waiting for 2 hours.
Reviewed July 10, 2015
Unhappy with Discount Tire business section. It took too long a time to receive a refund. Furthermore, a 'refund' came in as a debit card. An unwanted or unexpected debit ties one to a unknown commercial entity. One's credit rating goes to risk. It would be much better just to issue old fashioned refund checks, like many other businesses. Lastly, recommend buying your tires somewhere else.
Reviewed July 9, 2015
After sitting for 1 1/2 hours to have two tires looked at, I left with a flat. Had to stop at shell gas station and get air. Conroe TX I 45 and 336.... Damn sham!!!!
Reviewed July 8, 2015
I took tires at 2:30pm for rotation and a tire check up. I looked at the time. It was 7pm and nobody had called or left a message. Now I don't have a vehicle, got to wake up at 4am, and I will have to walk to work. I will buy tires at a more professional company from now on. Thank you for wasting my time. I hope in the future you will be more professional with other customers. Thank you.
Reviewed July 1, 2015
On Tuesday, the 30th of June my wife and I went to the Discount Tire store at 2623 S. Market St. in Gilbert, Az. for an appointment to have our tires rotated and balanced on our 2005 Hyundai Tucson. We had purchased these tires about 3 or 4 years ago and were happy with the first transaction so we returned. The young man who waited on us went and checked the tires while we waited inside. On his return we were told that the tires were too worn to rotate. I had been a mechanic for over 35 years and understood the reason for not rotating. This young man's name was ** and his helpfulness and entire demeanor was outstanding. It's seldom that we have run across someone with an understanding of "Customer Service" such as his. We just wanted to let you know what a great employee you have in **. We of course bought new tires and will let our friends know where to go for excellent service. Thank you.
Reviewed June 30, 2015
I have to admit this is my last time taking my business to any Discount Tire store. First thing your sales guys suck starting with the management. I'm the customer. Nothing I drive is unsafe or against the law to drive on the road. "This was what the want to Department Public Safety want to be", officer said to me today 6/29/2015 as I wanted to purchase a tire. First of all the tire was in the trunk in my SUV Highlander, oh that I tried to buy $600.00 worth of new tires from the same store at the beginning of 2014. I was told then by one of your managers who still works there that because of the year stamped on the tire that they could not touch them to mount new tires?
Really, and now today the assistant manager who probably was trained by the manager said to me the tire is not rated for the vehicle. He didn't see I have had the same tire on the same rim, driving it since 1984, a weld superlite 165/80 R15. Quit being something you're not and sell ** tires the customer. I said it before this new sales ** you're doing I'm sure you are losing lots of loyal customers/money. And by the way I worked at one of the first Discount Tires on the north side E MT Houston Rd. Major companies go under doing the ** you guys are telling your customers and your customers are a lot smarter than you think. Take me off your list. This includes California and I'm prior service. I will send this to all bases and my friends on social media, ask them not to use your business also.
Reviewed June 28, 2015
Store on m59 and pontiac. Needed to have two front tires changed. Went there to get a quote. Instead they added me to do work. Had to ask again how much. He acted like he didn't know. Then 60 bucks he told me if I took my tires. I said "yes I want them." They are run flats super strong sidewall. Be great for pushing others' car with my truck. Went shopping and came back car was done. Something seemed kind of shady when getting the keys. I didn't check them I trusted them. Noticed tire was low next day... added air.
Now a week later I'm going to get in the car and the tire is flat. There is a rip coming from the rim up about inch from the rim. No curb was hit or anything like that. I'm guessing the machine used with no soapy water. Also didn't put my tires in the trunk. So now I need new tire and don't have my old ones. They were no good but they would have worked in place of having a rip in my tire. I will never go back there. Also belle tire is half the price for swapping two tires.
Reviewed June 27, 2015
I purchased all my tires and wheels for 2 vehicles here in the past. I presently have 5000 miles on a set that is on my Ford Ranger. They were never balanced correctly. I went on a scheduled appointment 6/26/15 for rotate and balance. All tires were rebalanced. But they STRIPPED A STUD AND DID NOT ROTATE. I was told that I would need to go to a repair shop that they had chose and that the lug nut was still good to use by **. I called the shop and they could not do the repair until 6/29/15, so I will need to take off of work.
When I got home I saw in the stud that it had issues. So I went back the next morning 6/27/15, Ask to speak with the Manager. ** came out, he agreed the lug nut should be replaced and gave me a new one. Then we addressed the issue that the tires were not rotated, my proof was the disc pad brake dust on the front wheels and only on the front wheels. He stated that was not proof. At this point I question, "are you calling me a liar?", he just smiled. I told him that I would that this matter up with Corporate and he said, "You just do that." THE WORST SERVICE FOR ANY COMPANY THAT I HAVE EVER DEALT WITH EVER!!! GO TO ANOTHER STORE OR AT LEAST ANOTHER DISCOUNT TIRE!!!
Reviewed June 26, 2015
I purchased 4 tires from Discount Tires but they only had two. I waited 2 hours on a Saturday for them to put them on and they called when the other two came in. They came in Thursday and they called at 4pm. I wasn't home so I headed that direction, and when I called to say I was almost there they let me know I would be waiting again for 1 1/2 hours again. Good customer service would have moved me up as I had already waited the last time!! It was not my fault they didn't have my tires! I will NEVER EVER come here again!!! Not even if they are giving away tires!!!
Reviewed June 24, 2015
I purchased tires at the Discount Tire store in Arlington, TX, totalling 712.00 I was told by a Discount Tire employee that I would be eligible to receive two rebate gift cards, one for 75.00 and one for 60.00. The purchase was made on May 23, 2015. I immediately went home and entered all the information needed to redeem the cards. I noticed that on the form that they gave me it stated that I should allow at least 3 weeks before checking. I allowed 4 weeks and on June 18, 2015 I called the redeem center and they said the cards were mailed out the same week. Well it's one week later and still no cards.
The Discount Tire employee told me that I would receive the gift cards before I made my first credit card payment. I made the payment and now it's almost time to make another payment and I still haven't received any cards. So today, June 24, 2015, I contacted the redeem center and spoke with ** and she asked me if I had received at least one and I told her "no." So now she had to reorder the cards and it will probably take another week. I was really counting on the cards to make my first payment with but as of now I have nothing. The point is, don't believe them when they say the wait will be 3 weeks because they are lying. The store however did have great service. I am a very disappointed customer and as long as it's been they should've send two cards of each.
Reviewed June 24, 2015
Tires just seemed to shred apart. Got flat while driving on flat ground.
Updated review: July 11, 2015
Discount Tire ask me to get my car back to the store in reviewing the process and told me they will replace another one for me on the next day. It takes a couple days to finish the whole replacement but finally I got my car repair completely (hopefully).
Original Review: June 20, 2015
I damaged my passenger wheel before vacation, and Discount Tire near Katy Mills promise me to change a recondition wheel and helped me keep my car after my one week vacation back. When I return back, I do find out the sounds happened when I park (But not all the time.) So I called back and stop by on the weekend for check. It turns out the wheel still got damage, but I know I didn't hit anything. The damage portion looks bad and they want me to pay one more time in fixing the wheel. I refused and it turns out they said they will keep my car in the store for the internal investigation. I feel so depressed because it is extremely inconvenient without a car to live in Texas.
Reviewed June 17, 2015
I had an 11 o'clock appointment to get my tires rebalanced. It's now 11:30 and my truck still hasn't been addressed. The reason my tires need rebalancing is because they weren't properly balanced when they installed the new tires a week ago. And they stole my chrome valve caps.
Reviewed June 13, 2015
I am really very disappointed with the service provided by Discount Tire. I purchased 4 Arizonian tires for my Honda Civic. After that I am having an issue with my wheel alignment. I visited 4 different auto shops to fix it, they aligned the wheels & system shows they are aligned but still pulls on left or right (if rotated). All 4 shops told me that it is problem with tires. Discount Tire claim to be tire experts but they don't accept the problem. I spent equal amount money and time to fix the alignment but there was no alignment issue at all. Be careful friends... Lost money & peace with these guys.
Reviewed May 21, 2015
I made an appointment for 10:30 am for a simple 7 minute job and I have been waiting for over 45 minutes for my vehicle to be serviced.
Reviewed May 17, 2015
End of January this year (2015), I purchased 4 brand new Falken tires for my 2011 F150 Lariat from discount tire in Altamonte Springs, FL. I was to buy them in the Clermont store. Upon arrival 15 minutes early, and waiting 45 minutes I found out they sold 3 of the 5 in stock and tried to upsell me. Needless to say, some young rude kid with a greasy sales approach got to watch me walk right out the door. I was satisfied when the Altamonte store took me right in and boom 4 tires later I was happy. Since then my front end has been rattling and shaking at various highway speeds. I contacted the Sanford FL store and they said come on in, they balanced and rotated the tires. Boom, I was happy again.
A week later the rattle returned in a more aggressive fashion. First day off work, I took it right back to Sanford. They took me right in, tried a new "trick" and I was on my way. Less than a week this time it started again. By this time, I was afraid to take it back to them. I took the truck to a family friend who spun my tires (all 4) on the truck at highway speeds, (Discount does NOT) have this capability and he found 3 of 4 of my new tires after 2 balance attempts were 1.25 ounces or better out of balance.... Also, to my dismay, I found out one is out of round. Which means factory defect, which means when a customer buys a lifetime warranty, it should, without question be replaced! By the way, it cost me $60 to find out all this. By the way, the family friend sat me right next to him, explained and demonstrated the action of the out of round tire.
So..... this morning, on my rare day off, I had a 915am appointment set the prior night at the Sanford store again. I arrived @ 850 am. At 930 I asked when my truck was to be inspected. The kid said soon..... at 1005 am I asked for my key explaining I don't have all day and that it sickened me to watch 3 customers come and go during my visit. He didn't try to keep me there, he was rude, and he said well you may be the next one in. I left furious. I was headed to Orlando next, to my shop to get something I left in my work truck and it hit me, there is a discount around the corner from my job. I called them explaining my troubles, explaining how I was promised a loaner tire, and a matching tire to be ordered. This young rude kid told me he can't help, "and you need to go back to Sanford, you need to call that manager, you need to understand Saturday is our busy day......"
I returned the sentiment telling him he needs to stop immediately telling me what I need to do. I also explained it disgusted me that all these people who were spending money went ahead of me and again "you need to understand sir...." Well discount tire has left me with a bad tire on a beautiful truck and is scaring me that it will ruin my ball joints or the rods. Not one of these greasy rude kids offered to make the $60 expense right with me, for having a REAL mechanic give me a REAL AND HONEST diagnosis. None had a viable solution. Although I have no job (I work 80 plus hours a week) and have time to wait wait wait.
My message to them is this, you need to retrain or get rid of these inexperienced rude kids, on customer service and how they do their job. My gosh, people are going highway speeds on their tires! They also need to realize people like me will write novel size reviews like this on any forum or public review site because people like me give 200% at our jobs every day and appreciate being treated the same way! I'm done with that company, (bought 3 sets of tires from them in 6 or 7 years) and I will take my business elsewhere. I am thoroughly disgusted with the way I was treated!
Reviewed May 17, 2015
I went to Discount Tire (TXS 15) on 11433 W. Loop 1604 North, San Antonio, TX 78254 about 2:30pm on 5/16/2015 when I was told that the wait time would be over 2 hours. I ended up purchasing two tires for about $400.00 and I told the service rep I would leave my vehicle with him. I requested that the service rep would add specific information to contact me when the vehicle was ready on the work order notes. He told me he would and proceeded to charge me for the tires. The service was excellent at this point. I ended up going to a kids birthday party afterwards and never received a phone call when the vehicle was ready. When we went to Discount Tire to pick up my vehicle they were closed.
This happened today (Saturday) and they're closed on Sundays, so I wouldn't get my vehicle back until Monday morning when I have to go to work and my son needs to go to school. I went to my vehicle, hoping they might have left my keys hidden in the vehicle somewhere and it wasn't. They did however leave my vehicle unlocked knowing they were closing and not going to open until Monday morning. What frustrates me is that they didn't try to call me and I don't have any voicemails. After reviewing the receipt they gave me, the service rep didn't even put anything about contacting me on the work order notes as requested. If they knew that there was a vehicle that wasn't picked up, you would think that they would try to contact the customer before being closed for the rest of the weekend or at least leave an after hours contact number.
I tried to contact the store and was only able to leave a voice mail that would only be returned on the next business day (Monday). I also tried to contact the corporate number and no one answered. Worse part about it is that the vehicle needs a brake job and now I'm going to have to take an entire day off of work and my son will need to take a day off of school to get the work completed, just because someone failed to make a simple phone call. Now my vehicle will end up being parked outside for the rest of the weekend in a unsupervised commercial parking lot where it can be vandalized. If this was the case, they should have at least locked up the vehicle inside the store.
Reviewed May 11, 2015
My mother's truck needed a tire fixed that had a nail in it. I suggested that she take it to Discount Tire. She said she'd tried to get them to just put air in the tires before and refused, telling her the tire was too old. I still thought this would be the best place to take the tire (I've been tires at Discount Tire for 20 years) so I offered to take it there for her. When I got there, the guy started to fill out the paperwork and said, "let's go take a look at the tire". Immediately he said "we can't work on this tire because it is over 10 years old," giving me the impression that this was a legal thing. The tires are fine, there is lots of tread on them, no cracking, no nothing, just old and a nail in the tire. After 10 minutes of trying to convince the tech to fix the tire, he continued to refuse, telling me how the rubber is bad at this point and that a famous actor died recently because of tires just like these, too old.
I explained that new tires were not going to happen, this truck's gets driven about 100 miles each year (if it's lucky), there is just no need for new tires. I finally gave up and left, purchased a tire repair/plug kit, went home and fixed it myself. What I found out later was that this was a Discount Tire "policy" NOT a legal thing like this person had led me to believe! Les Schwab said they would fix it no problem... if I had only gone there instead of Discount Tire. You can be sure that is where I will take all my business in the future!
Reviewed April 27, 2015
They sold me the wrong size wheels and tried to make them fit. I drove for a few days my wheel came off while I was driving and damaged my vehicle. I called them to resolve the matter and they gave me the run around. In the end they did not fix my damage and did not return the wheels which were the wrong size. I could have been on the expressway driving when the wheel came off and could have killed me, my daughter, or other people.
Reviewed April 25, 2015
Had a blow out and brought my spare into Discount Tire to receive a new Perreli. After I purchased tire, I had found out I needed 2 additional tires in the rear. I ordered the tires and was told I would be called. Over a week went by and never heard from them. I called and was told my tires were in the rack. I dropped my car off to get the tires installed. When I went to pick up car they took the tire off my spare and left me with no spare tire. They said it was an old tire and even though it was never on the car it may be a safety issue. Furthermore, the tires they had put on my Audi A-8L the side walls were full of white grease? Then they tell me I still need an additional tire on the front because Audi requires all tires to be matched. I order yet another tire totaling over $1,000.00 in tires. Once again I waited better than a week and never received a call.
When I called them they said the same thing - the tire is in the rack. When I asked them when did they plan calling me, there was silenced on the phone. When I went back the final time, I told them that I felt they should at least clean the tire and they told me they would. Also I had chrome tire valve stem caps on the vehicle, but when I picked it up they were off. They told me that sometimes these can mess up the automatic tire pressure sensor. Don't you think I should be the one who determines this and not them since I never had a problem with the tire sensors in the past? I go to pick up my car and guess what, the tire is full of grease. Thanks for cleaning it???
Called the regional office in Illinois and thought after they checked my story with the store would at least give me a courtesy call. No way. I have two business with vehicles and also own another 3 vehicles at home. I will never bring a car or any of my trucks to these inconsiderate jerks again. They get so busy that their personalization is out the window. They truly don't care about SERVICE... And they truly don't care about their customers.
Reviewed April 21, 2015
I wanted to comment on the experience I had in the Harlingen, Tx location. First of all I had originally purchased 4 tires with the lifetime guarantee of tire rotation and balance. Well I took my Buick enclave for a nail fix to one tire and check to see what it needed since going out of town soon.They recommended both balance and rotation. After service was told rotation balance done.
When I left noticed my vehicle felt different comparison to a flat tire out of balance and side to side. Went right back and noticed the tire where they fixed from nail was in same place, so I questioned it knowing fully it was in same place. So my question is if my tires were rotated, then why is this tire in same place… Come to know I WAS BEING LIED TOO AND the tech apologized. So now, another tech supposedly checked it, rebalance and stated it should be ok now and there is only so much they can do that a mechanic might know. This is where I got even more upset! How can a problem which was not there before now be excused for something else. Decided right after the same day go to Midas and come to find out the tires were WAY OUT OF BALANCE!!
Went back the next day to explain how upset I was knowing I was being lied to and bad work done. What is the point of purchasing tires in discount tires with the guarantee for lifetime balance and rotation when in fact you are being lied too that it was done, and not only that, but make things worse. I can understand, ok, mistakes can happen. But to say such a lie is a choice, not a mistake! And to top it off, excusing it for another problem the vehicle might have. Part of the problem I feel is the techs being rushed to meet quota when in fact this is where short cuts are made and mistakes are going to happen more frequent. Lying to a customer is BAD BUSINESS!! Trust is gone! Let them know they lost a customer. Note: For those considering this place, watch the work they do on your vehicle because you'll never know… you just can't trust.
Reviewed April 11, 2015
3:30 pm appointment, it is now 4:50pm and one of four tire changes (take snow tires off and mount regular tires) finally done. Time quoted on phone when I made the appointment was 45 minutes to 1 hour. At least 2 or 3 customers have come and gone in this time. Worst customer service ever and this isn't the first time; you'd think I would have learned sooner. I won't be back.
Reviewed April 9, 2015
We could not complete the transaction on Saturday due to their closing time & uncertain what wheels we would need. We're told to come back. They would honor rebate after fact. Sent papers to rebate company & they denied. Would not shop here, it's a ripoff!!!
Reviewed April 6, 2015
Baytown Tx, Decker Dr. - These guys are great. They greet you when you coming. They check out your tires, recommend the proper remedy. No issues with warranty. Class act. It is the only discount tire in 30 miles that gives this level of service.
Reviewed April 6, 2015
I was trying to purchase a tire for my sons charger. It was loose in the back of my truck. The store in Baytown Tx did not have the tire on hand. The service there was great, they called around and found the tire. Invoiced me for it, Gave me the paperwork and said the store in La Porte was waiting for me, they would get me out in 10-15 minutes.
Once I arrived in La Porte, Approx 15 miles away the service level went in the gutter. They were standing around talking to each other basically ignoring the customers. Once I got one of them to acknowledge me, He did not know what the invoice was, Then when he realized what was going on, he told me I would have to wait 45 mins. They would put me in line behind everyone else. I explained that I was told 15 minutes, He said, "That's not going to Happen."
I said I wanted to speak to the Manager "**"- no last name because he would not give it. ** was no help what so ever. He wanted to explain why they were giving bad service. What? Where did he get training? He said he would not get to it any faster. I told him to give me the tire and I would have the other store put it on. He refused. I told him then I wanted my money back. He refused and told me to go back to the Baytown Tx store. I told him he needed to give me a refund. He said quote "Get the ** out of my store." he would not give his last name or how to contact his district manager.
I have never received service this bad anywhere. I hope everyone in La Porte TX reads this and stops supporting ** and his band of misfits. I went back to the Baytown store. They were waiting for me with a new tire, Not the same brand but they did not want my sons driving on a bad tire. They wanted to give it to me for free. I did not want anything for free, Just the service I paid for. They mounted tire in 10 minutes so that my sons had a safe tire. It was like another world from one store to the other. So I am going to write a good review on the Baytown store, But if you go to the La Porte you get what you deserve. I am going to try and speak to someone at corporate but I have a feeling they don't care. They just want the MONEY.
Reviewed March 26, 2015
I pulled into the North oak Vivion road location at 7:30 am to get my tires balanced and everything started out nice. They even open the doors 30 mins before they actually opened. Then I get a call from one of the mechanics 5 mins after I walk out the door telling me that they can't balance my tires even though they are the ones that balanced them last time. The mechanic told me they tires aren't the right size for my car but yet he couldn't print off the tire size I need... Hmmm mm sounds like ** to me. So I took my business to tires plus, they did the work no problem and saved me $20. I would recommend Tires Plus over Discount Tires any day of the week.
Reviewed March 13, 2015
I've been going here for a while and honestly love it. I just went in yesterday on the 11th and got a couple of new tires cheaply and quickly. The man that greeted me was friendly and introduced himself. I would have given 5 stars but I'm fairly sure they forgot to place one of my lug nuts so now I have one short. Other than that great place to go.
Reviewed March 3, 2015
Went in for a nail and took over an hour.. Should of gone small tire shops - a lot faster. I don't care if I had to pay $10. And always trying to sell you something you don't need!! That's how they get people.
Reviewed Feb. 27, 2015
I am here for my 6000 mile tire rotation in Arlington, WA. I was told 35-45 min - no car moving after 40 min until I complained. Don't tell me a time and not do it. If you were honest and told me it was busy and a longer wait I would have come back at a later date.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2015
Discount Tire Sherman, Texas has been the only ones working on wife's car. We started hearing noises and thought it was tire noise. Had tires rotated 3 times and only got worse. Finally went to a mechanic and found all rims had been so over torqued that it had ruined all 4 rims and the bearings. After reading reviews this seems like the norm for Discount Tires. Corporates said they would take care of it but no contact. Maybe a class action suit might get them to do what's right. My cost after all this will be in the thousands. May have to get a lawyer on this one.
Reviewed Feb. 23, 2015
It is very rare in this day and age to dial a phone number and get a human being on the other end. It is extremely rare to get someone who is knowledgeable and also helpful. I had that experience at Discount Tire at 4095 South Michigan St. in South Bend, Indiana. On 2/19/2015 I went into the store and told them my problem. I spoke with ** and explained that I had a 2012 Cadillac with 4 Michelin tires on it and had been to the service department where I bought the car and they told me I need 4 new tires because they were all worn in the same spot. Rounded up, they only had 31,000 miles on them.
To make a long story short, I wound up with 4 new ties (not Michelin), and received fantastic service. I also went in the next day and spoke with Assistant Manager **. He also was very helpful. I can't speak highly enough about Discount Tire. I would not hesitate to recommend Discount Tire.
Reviewed Feb. 16, 2015
I'm really upset about the service from discount tire in 7954 N Interstate 35 in san Antonio, tx. Because I received an email that my tire rotation and balancing was due so I scheduled an appointment. Then when I got there they had me waiting for 45 min to tell me that my truck didn't needed because the mileage so I told them that I have a nail in one of my rear tires, so they went ahead and fix it, BUT they broke one of my wheel studs because they were rushing and they said it broke because was rusted. But you can easily unscrew the nut with your hand so I didn't believe them and I spoke with the manager named Thomas and he said that were not their fault and they are not responsible for that action. He was yelling all the time and told me "DO WHATEVER YOU HAVE TO DO BUT WE'RE ARE NOT PAYING ANY REPAIR", so that's why I'm going to take my service somewhere else. It is sad because I been with discount tire for almost 8 years and I bought all the tires from them for all my vehicles.
Reviewed Feb. 12, 2015
After reading these reviews both from angry consumers and the mechanics defending Discount Tires, I wanted to add my two cents as I am quickly going from a satisfied client to a former customer. For me, it's a matter of what Discount Tire used to be and what it is today.
When I first brought my business there in 1998, the techs spent time answering your questions and proactively helping you fix your problem. Tire warrantied refunds were calculated, the credits applied to your bill, all optional items were discussed before they were added to your bill, and all charges explained before an work was done. Work was done quickly, efficiently, and the crews were polite and eager to answer questions. There was an emphasis on taking care of the customer. It seems like maybe about 5 years ago, I started noticing that warranty refunds required some reminding or arguing and then more and more started to seem like you needed a lawyer to get anything paid back, even though they still advertise pro-rated refund on tires if they don't last to their warrantied mileage.
My most recent experience went like this: I made an appointment for 4 when my sale was rung up without any explanation. There were two optional charges that I did not ask for on the bill. I had already paid, so my car sat in the parking lot while I was ignored for a half hour. The show room went from packed to empty - all the walk-ins were helped before me. I finally got up and asked what was going on and my car was finally taken in to the bay.
To me, it's not that the bad days or the unfortunate accidents. Those happen everywhere and they are hard to handle. It's not the mediocre service or the half-true marketing - I can get the same service at Wal-Mart or any number of local shops. To me, it's that the service used to be so good. I felt like I was getting a fair deal and well taken care of even when the warranty refund was only a few bucks! Now I just feel like I'm at Wal-Mart. So maybe I just need to start going there instead.
Reviewed Feb. 9, 2015
You would think a place that has “tire” in its name would be more than competent at dealing with a flat tire. No big deal, right? WRONG! I brought my car to the Discount Tire on TJ Jester, which is closest to where I work. At 11:45 a.m., I paid for not one but two brand-new tires. By 3:00 pm, when I hadn’t still heard from them, I had a co-worker drop me off there. Imagine my surprise when they tell me nothing had been done - over 3 hours later! The reason given was that they couldn't get the tires off because of a frozen lug nut. Seriously? A nationally-known, supposedly reputable tire company can’t remove a lug nut??!! The sales rep tells me that I need to take it down to Inline Auto and they will get it off, and they will pay for it. You'd think in the 3+ hours the car had been there that they would have done this or had someone on staff that could remove the lug nut.
Obviously, driving on my (still) flat tire was not exactly what I had in mind when I originally dropped the car off on my lunch hour. I told the rep that it still had the flat tire. His response? “Oh, we put extra air in it for you so you can make it over there.” This is almost farcical. I now have to drive to another location on the original flat to have ANOTHER COMPANY remove the lug nut. Inline completed the work in about half an hour. They removed the lug nut but DIDN'T CHANGE OUT THE FLAT WITH MY SPARE. I then had to drive back to Discount with my flat tire still on my car. Could two different companies be any more incompetent?
After dealing with this issue for the better part of the day, I finally got 2 new tires around 5:45 pm. Not one employee from Discount Tire called or texted me to say, “Ms. **, come get your car, because we can't get off a frozen lug nut.” There was absolutely no communication whatsoever of any kind. They had my car from 11:45 to 3:00 pm and not one call. What if I had waited until 5:00 pm, I would still have a flat tire on a Friday night!
The level of incompetence at both Discount Tire and InLine is astonishing. Obviously, this will be the last time I use Discount for anything having to do with tires. You'd think changing a flat would be in their wheelhouse (pun intended!). Obviously not. Caveat emptor if you are stupid enough to bring your car over there after reading about what happened to me.
Reviewed Feb. 8, 2015
On February 6, 2015, I was a customer at the Discount Tire Store, 5440 S Hwy 78 Sachse, TX 75048. I went in to have a repair due to a nail. The salesperson, **, recommended replacing the tire along with two of the other tires. One of the tires had already been replaced in November 2013. We felt we could have driven some miles further on the tires, but went ahead and replaced the tires. We requested that the front driver side tire that was replaced in November 2014, but moved to the rear along with one of the two new tires. Discount Tire refused to honor my request and left the tire on the front driver side. The tire purchased had approximately 1000 miles. My request to move tire to rear should have been honored which was not.
On the following day, February 7, 2015, I woke to find a flat on the rear passenger tire. I went up to Discount Tire in Sachse, TX to have the tire checked for any nail or screw in the tire. I requested all tires be checked. Found out the flat was caused by air leaking due to a crack in my wheel. They also found a crack in one of the other wheels but there was no flat. I have not had problems with the wheels until my visit yesterday, February 6, 2015, to Discount Tire, Sachse, TX. I feel the cracks were caused by someone that was not qualified in mounting tires on aluminum wheels. How can I go from a nail in a tire to needing new wheels and tires and out for over a thousand dollars?
Discount Tire did not have three tires to match my existing good tire. They wanted to put three tires rated for 30K miles, half of what the rating of the existing tire which was 60K miles. It all came to my purchasing four new wheels, and I had to settle for another brand of tire and another size and style of wheel. I have always used Discount Tire and so has my entire family. We have always had good and courteous service until we started using the Discount Tire in Sachse, TX.
Reviewed Jan. 29, 2015
Last 2 times I went to the Abilene Texas store for a set of tires they stripped off lug/studs by starting the lug nut with the air wrench instead of by hand which is the recommended and correct way to start them. The first time they told me (last summer 2014). This time they just jammed the nut on and left it stripped off for me to discover when I least expected it (last week January 2015). I had to remove the 2 on the front to replace brake rotors and pads today 1-28-15, and found at least one cross threaded. I haven't checked the 2 back wheels yet. But imagine if I had discovered this problem on the road with a flat. That's not nice. These people cannot be trusted. They do damage and either don't tell you or cannot fix it in house. Beware of Discount Tire in Abilene TX. They are cut-throat p.o.s.
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2015
I'm pretty upset with the Discount Tire service because in the last 3 days, I went to the 3 nearest locations of Discount Tire store. One located in 9014 Gulf Frwy. Houston, TX and another one located in 2832 YMCA Dr. Pearland, TX. By the way, in this one, I saw like 5 guys wearing Discount Tire uniforms and they were talking and took like from 5-10 mins. to be served and there was nobody in front of me until someone came and told him if they could repair my tire and they said that there wasn't enough thread in the tire when I could still see that the tire was still in shape and that apparently they "discontinued" the tire and can't cover the warranty. I was like "But I only have a year with the tire and already discontinued?"
Needed to buy a new one and the next location at 10250 Almeda Genoa Rd. Houston, TX told me the same thing and all these locations wanted to sell me low quality tires. As I read the reviews, this last location isn't the first time I had troubles with. Last year I bought a tire that cost over 200 dollars and it took over a month to arrive. And when I go there they always want me to buy the whole 4 times when sometimes I can only afford 1 or 2 tires in which already happened to me with 2 Mustangs I own. I normally buy them for the need not for their sale or for their suggestion (try to rip me off all the time). I always buy warranty to my tires but seems like these locations are kind of lazy to work. They rather work for their own money and their college rather than to give the greatest satisfaction to every customer. Like I had been with them since year 2000.
Reviewed Jan. 5, 2015
I ordered tires from Discount Tire in Yukon Oklahoma. I ordered them on a Tuesday and was told they would be in the following Monday or Tuesday, so I called the following Monday to check the status and got quite a shock when I was told they would several days later than they told me. I had already paid for them in full $1293.12. If I would have known that it was going to take this long upfront, I would considered other options. But since they told me the time frame, I was okay with it. So now I have to delay my plans I had made until I get my tires in. I most likely will not do business with Discount tire again or at least will not pay a dime until the job is complete.
Reviewed Dec. 27, 2014
I bought a set of tires for my 96 Golf GL at Discount Tire in Eden Prairie, MN. I got an excellent deal compared to what I could find from an internet search. And I got quality, fast service. I am extremely satisfied with the performance in snow and rain, and dry pavement handling and cornering. I will definitely go back for tires for my truck!
Reviewed Dec. 23, 2014
Bastrop, TX: The employee refused to honor the warranty because the tires were damaged, yes, damaged! That's the whole reason for purchasing the warranty. On top of that the guy argued with us in front of customers. One other customer was having a similar issue while we were in there. I'll no longer go to Discount tire for any of my vehicle maintenance!
Reviewed Dec. 19, 2014
Took my flat tire into the Discount Tire on Arapahoe Road in Dallas. Not real sure what happened other than I am now going to be out roughly $850 to replace my wheel hub/rim and lug nuts because they stripped something to damage my wheel hub. I can't be anymore specific because they aren't able to be more specific with me. In talking with Michael the Sr. Manager, the damage is my fault because I drove on a low tire. However, both Lexus and my repair shop are saying THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN DAMAGE DONE LIKE THIS BY DRIVING ON A LOW TIRE. NEVER.
So, that tells me if the experts who make my car (Lexus) and the repair guy (who benefits from me doing the work with him and not helping me figure out where the real damage happened) are BOTH saying Discount Tire isn't being truthful, I have to believe it's because Discount Tire did the damage. Not to mention, I have ONLY ever had my tires replaced, rotated and reviewed by Discount Tire since I've had my Lexus so they are the only ones who have ever touched the tires. Discount Tire and over torquing seem to be synonymous when Googling their complaints and it's very odd that similar situations are rampant on this website.
That can't be a coincidence. And now I get to start their claim process which I can only imagine will be the same level of customer service I have received thus far. I am a very loyal customer and will sing your praises when I feel taken care of. But so far, I feel ripped off and put into a position (during the holidays) that I didn't create myself. If I had damaged my own car, I would have already paid for the repairs. But after researching and talking with Lexus and my repair shop, I truly believe this is an error on Discount Tire's part and it should be rectified. We'll see if I even get a call back on Monday. Good luck to you guys out there - my lesson in all of this is to only get my work done at the dealership.
Reviewed Dec. 18, 2014
Having been a loyal Discount Tire customer for a very, very long time (over 30 years), I couldn’t help but be somewhat heartbroken when I walked into the Discount Tire store at 9415 FM 1960 Rd, West (Houston, TX 77070) to see the lobby practically empty (during rush hour traffic) with only one customer in the entire place. I suppose long past is the time when they used to have their lobby full, customers bustling around all over the place, because Discount Tire WAS the place we could count on for great customer service. Well, it seems those days are gone hence the empty lobby.
I came into the store to buy two new tires and I wanted them installed on the front, not the rear like they recommend. Why? Because front tires wear faster and because (to me) new tires in front give better braking and steering control. Moreover, when travelling at highway speeds, what would you prefer a tire blowout in the front or a blowout in the rear? My money says a rear tire blowout offers a higher chance of survivability than one in the front. Thus, I would prefer to avoid a front tire blowout at all costs. But most importantly though, I wanted the new tires mounted on the front because that was what I wanted.
I have read the research and I understand the physics behind placing the tires with the most tread in the rear (rear tire hydroplaning is harder to correct for) and it makes perfect sense. However, I still wanted the new tires mounted on the front (the tread on the other two tires was still good). When placing my request, the salesman would not budge; the new tires MUST be mounted on the rear he says. So I walked out and purchased my tires from a tire store down the street (and saved money in the process). Whatever happened to the customer is always right?
FYI: I was told by a tire salesman recently, that mounting new tires on the rear is a tricky way for tire retailers to push you into replacing all four tires, since you wouldn’t want to be driving around with a couple worn tires. Just a quick side note: all of the tire manufacturers and tire retail stores recommend continued tire rotation from the front to the rear and vice versa. Question: doesn’t rotating the tires as is recommended placing the more worn tires in the back, contrary to the spirit of their mounting the tires with the most tread in the rear policy?
Reviewed Dec. 17, 2014
I have been unable to contact anyone from the Houston corporate office about your store and manager, ** at 9099 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77063 as well as **, area manager. I first spoke to Mr. ** (store manager) by phone and explained that my brake rotors had been warped by his employees failure to properly torque my wheels again. His reply was simply that he never heard of that and that his employees always do everything by the book. I ask him to review it with the technician who worked on my truck.
On Tuesday, November 18, 2014 3:17 PM, I saw ** about warped brakes rotors due to improper torque since he denied ever hearing that. I showed him Goss’s garage video about the problem and cure as well as gave him six General Motors pages about brake rotor warpage due to improper lug nut torque. He implied I was lying and everyone he talked to was telling the truth. He would continue doing things as he had, the proper way. He had not found or discussed the problem with the tech who worked on my truck which left no doubt he wasn’t concerned and knew no better. I had 4 locking nuts not torque to 25 and 3 with less than 75 ft lbs. I left him my card and he seemed unconcerned about the whole thing.
I then called the corporate office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday asking to speak to the area manager who called back and left a message but won’t talk to me until I called and ask to speak to his superior on Monday. I was a certified master mechanic and automotive instructor for 32 years. I have not, nor will I ask for anything other than to restore my faith in this convenient store by changing the attitude and procedures. This store has gone to the dogs since ** was moved to Discount Tire 21825 Katy Fwy, Katy, TX 77450-1870 - Phone 281-398-8295. He's an honest man that cares more about the customer. Mac Haik Chevrolet has helped me determine the cause by documenting repair details of rotor warpage intervals and tire service on three vehicles. I can't afford the safety to let Discount Tire Company touch my vehicles.
Reviewed Dec. 13, 2014
Found it weird that when we brought in a tire for a simple fix (nail in tire), they refused as they had not previously sold or warranted the tire. Tried to sell us 4 new ones instead.
Reviewed Dec. 12, 2014
I gave all my tire needs, and recommends to a lot of, I went and told them to check and rotate my tires. They took my car in the shop. About 3 mins later they bought me a worn on inside tread. They had it marked RR. My car is 03 Chevy Impala. I told him the tires only had less than 10,000 miles. All 4 tires were installed same time and look still new. I told him I had certificates to cover the tires. He informed me certificates are no good. He did tell me he would cover 1 tire if I pay for one. Unless they fire this employee, manager and make my tires I will not go back, and I will take family and friends with me.
Reviewed Dec. 7, 2014
We bought a set of Michelin tires for our ML350 at a price of $170 per tire. After a year and 4 months, the tires were bald and desperately needed to be replaced. My wife almost got in an accident as a result. The car was always driven in town, tires properly rotated and garaged. We took the car back to Discount Tires on County Line Rd. (Manager Name Michael) and asked, "What happened to these tires? They are suppose to last at least 55,000 miles. They are bald at nearly 20,000 miles. What kind of tires did you sell us?" He expressed that he will take care of us. He referred us to one of his employees by the name of Dustin. He started ringing up another set Michelin tires for nearly $600 and mentioned that they do not have these tires in store and have to order them in. He said, "I will call you when tires are received." I found out that they were just giving me a lip service. There has not been any follow-up on this issue so far. In my opinion, those were lemon tires not lasting as many miles that manufacturer guaranteed for (55,000 miles), therefore, we were entitled to a new set for all the troubles.
Reviewed Dec. 5, 2014
Took my jeep wrangler to DT to take the spare off and put it where I had a tire with a cracked rim. 2 days later, the tire fell off and the jeep fell to the cement on its axle. There were 3 people in the jeep that could have been seriously hurt had it been going at a higher rate of speed, but luckily was only pulling into a parking lot that was a slanted incline. The manager took responsibility initially and replaced the rims but when discovering the extensive damage to the axle, started to say that wasn't their responsibility. After a profuse argument, he called back and said they would tow it to a mechanic of my choice and their insurance would deal with it.
My mechanic said the insurance adjuster agreed that the damage most likely was caused by the fall. I got a call from the insurance company and they said they were denying the claim because they feel it was cause by some other impact. THERE IS NO OTHER DAMAGE ON THE VEHICLE AND NO OTHER INCIDENT!! I find it reprehensible that the company will not take responsibility for such a serious situation that their negligence caused!! In the pictures, we propped the tire against the car. It was totally off. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY.
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2014
I brought my car into the shop in Boise Idaho. Service is terrible. People were in multiple lines and they weren't efficient. I called earlier that morning to ask if they had my tire in stock and how long it would take to have ready if I came in asap. I was told that it would be a 1-2 hour wait MAX. I brought my car in at 12:30 and paid for four Michelin tires. Was never told about the rebate, walked out the door $600+ more in fees for just tires. Was never asked if I was staying at the store or nearby. I stayed for a little while and went to get food. Called from the food place nearby and asked how soon it was to be done. They said there was about 5 cars in front of me.
At that time, it was 3:30 and I was thinking it was done. He replied with "about 2 more hours if that." Needless to say, I came back around 5:00 and my car had not been touched and no customer service rep was able to assist me with my questions till about 5:45. When I did finally talk to the general manager, he said “I am sorry. I will call the office about the rebate.” That took a while itself. Filled out the paperwork and then about 6:25 I check my phone to see that they called me from inside the store to tell me my car was done. Yet they didn't say my name inside their own store after knowing I was just with them talking about my rebate. WOW.. I am seriously second guessing my tires and their service representatives. DO NOT GO HERE IF YOU INTEND ON DOING ANYTHING ELSE TONIGHT!
Reviewed Nov. 8, 2014
I have always used discount tire because of their amazing customer services at the two locations. Mills river, NC. And Haywood RD, SC. I just visited to buy two new tires for my car. The tech came in after removing a tire and said they couldn't put that rim back on due to a weld on the rim. I had no idea, I've had the car two years! I started stressing right away cause I didn't have the extra money for a rim. My tires were already $200. The tech just said he would figure out what they could do to get me back on the road safely. A few minutes passed. He came back and said they had a rim they could give me, I just had to pay for the lug nuts. I was very relieved and grateful to the technicians for helping me out with something I wasn't prepared for. This goes to say, I will continue to shop at Discount Tire. This makes 2 sets of tires I've purchased and I'll be back for the third, and the rest of the rims! I highly recommend this store!
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2014
I am a regular visitor of Discount tire in Stafford, TX 77477 and other discount tire stores. I have bought 100's of tires for my four cars from discount tire in Houston and Stafford in Texas. Recently I feel the service provided is dropping in quality. Last Saturday October 31st I visited the Discount Tire in Stafford TX 77477 and asked them to rotate the tires of my car. I told them to cross the front tires to the back and move the back tires straight up to the front. They have not been doing this in the past and I have to stand and watch and tell them to do it. This time I let the sales person know and he told me that it would get done. So I watched them do the work and realized that they were not doing what I had told them to do.
So went out and told the service mechanic that he was not doing it right and he started arguing with me and got really nasty. I know crossing the front tires to the back is less beneficial to Discount Tire as the tires last longer but it help individual car drivers. In every way the service provided by Discount tire is deteriorating over the years and the sales people and mechanics don't help the customers but take advantage and try to make more money out of them. Very SAD.
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2014
Purchased 4 new Michelin Primacy tires for my 2012 Camry and waited an hour for the installation, which was not a big deal. When I drove off I noticed right away that there was vibration in the steering wheel. I was thinking that the car should ride smoother than that considering what I paid. I went back as soon as I could and they said I had wait an hour and a half more for them to check it out. I was hoping they could look at it sooner than that being I just dropped almost a thousand dollars. After they looked at it they told me that all four tires were out of balance. I maybe would of understood if one of them was but all four! They told me when they were installed it was towards the end of the evening and maybe someone did not set the balancing machine up properly. I thought it was very strange for a notable tire company to overlook something like that.
Reviewed Oct. 28, 2014
I feel like I have to share this story with other people, this did not happen everyday. All this happen at Discount Tires Store Plano, TX. Brought vehicle in for routine rotate and balance, tech inspect my tires tread, it was half way down, so good for service. Two hours later, they call me and inform me three of my tires bad, some manufacture defect. I went back to store start asking what problem is but tech no want even talk about my tires. He was trying get me to computer and start look for new set of tire. This was kind of strange. I ask to show what wrong with my tires. We went to the shop and he show me one of my tire on the floor, still on the rim, and on inside, side tire crack all way around, so this was definitely manufacture defect. This is all fun is started.
I was not ready to spend $500-600 for new set tires today, I have two more car at home and I can use these cars till I can save money and pay for new set of tires, but what happen next just shook me. I ask tech to put my tire back and I will buy new tires next time, and I already was late for very important meeting, but tech refuse to put my tire back. He said company policy he cannot install bad tire on the car. "Ok," I told, "I will bolted tire myself." He say no again. Ok, I ask him to install my spare tire so I can leave store. I have full size spare tire absolutely new, never been use, always in the trunk and I always check air pressure, so he start look at my spare tire and he told me my spare tire expire and he cannot install it on my car. Looks like I run out all options, so I ask him "how I can get my own car from your shop and leave." He told me I have two options: first to buy new set of tires and second call for tow track and no other options.
This was really bad; I start think to call cops. This was really simple visit for rotation and balance and I end up standing on the street with no car and no way I can get home and do not know what to do. So I decide to pay with my credit card and purchase new set of tires, total was $570. Now what I am thinking about this situation this was really ripped off sell, I see this like some kind of scam. Tech inspects my car before he took it to the shop, I did not sign any papers, nobody inform me I can end up in like this situation, and no any sign in the store about situations like this, they just put me at the fact pay for new tire or call tow track.
When I got home I decide to call Toyota dealership and ask about my spare tire, they connect me with Toyota adviser and he explain me, they not recommended drive for too long on old spare, but in case of emergency it's perfectly safe use it and drive like manual said 30-35 mph. I been use discount tire for over 10 years and service 5 cars at this store all the time, but I never see something like this before, this is like big thanks for my loyalty. My car Toyota Camry 2004 and this all happen at Discount Tire Store 8700 Ohio Dr. Plano TX 75024. Tech name **.
Reviewed Oct. 27, 2014
Went to the location out north (round rock) and had them balanced and rotate my expensive racing tires. I was doing a brake job couple days ago and was having very hard time getting one the the lugs to come off. After I got it off, I saw that it was all messed up, and so was the nut. Looks like they put it on with power tool and messed it all up. Called corp office and no call back. Horrible to mess up my car. What if I had had a flat on the road? I will not refer any more business to them as I feel they rushed and messed up the lug and nut.
Updated review: Oct. 30, 2014
This problem was resolved to my satisfaction (Thanks to the manager Anthony). My scratched wheel got refinished and it looks like new.
Original Review: Oct. 23, 2014
Took my Car to discount tire shop in Carrollton,TX to check the balance of my front tires. They ended up scratching one of the wheels, the scratch aligns with the position of the nut they use to fix the wheel on the balance machine. They denied any responsibility, and claimed that it was scratched before (liars). I regret not taking pics before I handed them the car keys. If you really care about your car condition, please avoid those guys.
Reviewed Oct. 15, 2014
I purchased 2 tires at one of the stores in Joliet, IL and bought the warranty for the life of the tires. Well exactly 2 weeks later my tire went flat. I took it in to the location on Jefferson and Larkin in Joliet (different than where I bought it) and was told it was unrepairable so I'd have to get a new one. I was then asked if I wanted to purchase the warranty. I looked at the sales associate and asked why I would have to buy another warranty on a tire I had for exactly 2 weeks. He said "well it only covers the lifetime of THIS tire." I had it for 2 weeks! I told him no and that it was poor customer service to not offer to extend a warranty on something I had had for less than a month. Had it had gone flat and "unrepairable" at a later date, no problem.
Another poor customer service experience is the wait time. I made an appointment yet had to wait over 2 hours to get tires done. To me it was like going to a restaurant where you have made reservations and they seat walk-ins before you. If you are going to have appointments you should set aside a bay area for appointments only. Needless to say they will no longer receive business from me and my friends and family.
Reviewed Oct. 11, 2014
Some of these complaints are ridiculous. Discount Tire does not do repairs to sidewall, or an inch above, as the plug in the repair will fall out due to the pressure put on those areas constantly expanding on contact with the pavement. The plugs they use for flat repairs are very good quality. They will not repair it if someone has done a repair as a lot of other companies use string pulls which actually do have somewhat of a water absorbing factor. Water getting in due to this reason can cause damage inside the tire as well as a balance issue. It can also compromise the "wound" and make the area around it weak as the constant exposure to water, possible air messes with the chemical makeup of interliners, and the actual tire itself.
They put new tires on the back when you get 2+, or if you get 1, they replace worst tire and put the new and best of the remaining 3 on the back, this is so the back the end doesn't get loose on you while making turns on wet pavement and such. If you think about it, the front tires have a lot more weight from the front end on the car helping to keep them pressed to the concrete where as the back not nearly as much (much like putting bags of sand or solar salt in the back of a vehicle to increase traction in the winter. Put more weight in the back the tires won't get loose nearly as easy.)
I find some of these hard to believe as most of the Discount Tires I've been to have done hand torquing after lowering the vehicle to ensure it is torqued properly and accurately. The warranties protect tires of the same DoT date I believe, which if you see your tire you'll see a date mapped out as like 4211 (42nd week of 2011) in a small rounded rectangle. Also it doesn't matter if the tires are on the rear or front as a general rule to wearing, it matters if your car is rear or front wheeled drive (excluding 4wd, AWD, staggered). Tires wear 2x as fast on the axle of the drivetrain so if your car is rear wheel drive, they will wear twice as fast as the front, this is why it's important to get them rotated, they know how to move the tires around to get the most life out of them and even out the tread wear so you don't end up with uneven tires.
The workers there bust their ** in the backroom but at the end of they day, they're still human. If you haven't had a problem at any other place you've been whether it be a regular retail clothing store to like Mcdonald's, you'd be lying. This place specializes in tires and with that being said, they know what they are doing. They aren't paid off commission so selling you tires isn't a must unless they're a road hazard.
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2014
I have been a discount tire customer for over 20 yrs. I have three cars that have always had discount tires on them. I took my truck for a rotation and balance in New Bruansfels. The sales man told me an hour which is normal for them. After 2 & 1/2 hours I had to leave. It's not so much the waiting but the lies. They seem to forget that people have a life also. My days with discount tire are over. I will get my tires elsewhere even if it cost me more. Bye Bye.
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2014
Be very wary of Discount Tires Rebates. They promise you a rebate which makes their price competitive and when the time comes to collect you will never see It. They promised me a $75 rebate on a set of four tires which made them close in price with Tires Plus. I submitted the rebate form online and was told it could not be processed that way so then I mailed in the form and receipt, still nothing. In my opinion no one should do business with this chain as the sooner they go out of business, then the less people they will be able to swindle.
Reviewed Sept. 29, 2014
So I went to Discount Tire for a flat which is covered by road hazard. I bought set of 4 tires 2 years ago. Upon inspecting salesman immediately told me my tires are not repairable (they almost always say not repairable because they want to sell you tires). So I told salesman (I believe Adam) my tires should be under warranty by both mileage and years. He gave me bunch of BS about my tires are worn out due to alignment (my car was running perfectly fine without any pull) so I obliged and asked him if I could get some credit. He refused, in his words "you got smoking deal when you bought this tires, can't do anything" which is absurd, even if I did get good deal at purchase... can't get my warranty honored? What a rip off unethical business practice this company runs. Everyone be aware of Discount Tire.
Reviewed Sept. 27, 2014
I stay like two hours in the store. They supposed to fix one flat tire of my car, and they never did it. When I ask them why they don't work on my car, they told me I need a appointment. So I ask for my keys and the guy went to get my keys. When he got my keys he told me "next time make an appointment." So I wasted 2 hours of my time for nothing. I went to big o tires, they have better service. This was at the store lake havasu city, Arizona.
Reviewed Sept. 15, 2014
Here is my opinion of what happened on my side of my dealings with this company: I took my car in for a tire and while looking for the lug nut lock in the tire well they put a deep scratch in my bumper. I noticed it before they even got the tire on when they had to ask me where the lock was (glove box) and they told me they didn't have cameras and it was my word against theirs. The manager then wiped the scratch with some chemical from a can that looked like lacquer thinner and told me it would be dirty if the scratch was old. It was not and I replied that it was because the scratch was less than 1/2 hr old.
By the time they finished my car I was told the claim would need filed with corporate. I was then left standing there for 1/2 hr and had to ask before I was told there was no claim paperwork for me to file. Corporate did send someone to look at it and they told me the same as the manager. It was my word against theirs. Really poor customer service. They leave you feeling like they couldn't care less that their employees damage your vehicle and that they have no intention of taking a claim seriously or rendering repairs for any damage their employee causes.
It is my opinion that if you use this company you better be ready for repair fees for damage as well as paying for the tire. Sure you get a discount on the tire but they don't care if they mess up your car putting it on. I feel you should avoid this company at All costs. Be very wary of any vehicle service that doesn't look your car over for damage and has no cameras. The burden of proof will fall to you and unless you go around the car right in the store with your smartphone camera (which I do henceforth do) you will have no claim at all.
Reviewed Sept. 4, 2014
Las Vegas, Nevada Sept 4, 2014. I don't know if this is a complaint or not. You tell me. About a year ago, I took my Cadillac CTS to Discount Tire to get a replacement for the small doughnut spare tire that came with the car. I wanted a full size spare in case we had a flat while on a long trip in the desert. Not all tire companies carried in stock the size tire that I need but Discount Tire said on the phone that they could fix me up. So I went to the store on Lake Mead Boulevard in Summerlin (Las Vegas) and the salesman sold me a wheel for $90 which said was not a GM manufactured wheel but would work just as well along with a tire that matched the others that came on the car.
As I was driving away, the salesman flagged me down and handed me a plastic bag with 5 lug bolts in it and told me I would need them to mount the tire. Many months later, I found out that the wheel sold to me by Discount Tire was not exactly a replacement but almost so. So anyone driving my car, wife, daughters, grandchildren would have to know to use these special bolts in the event of a flat or failing to do so there might be a serious accident as well as damage to the car even if there was no accident..
So, I purchase a used GM Cadillac wheel on EBAY and took the car with the spare that had never been used or touch by anyone other than a Discount Tire employee to resolve the problem. They glad moved the spare to the wheel that I had provide at no charge to me (Well done Discount Tire) but refused to take back their wheel or give me credit for the purchase of the wheel they had sold me a year earlier. So I still have the unusable wheel for which I paid $90 and which I cannot use (or dare not use).
So who is right and what would you do if you were Discount Tire. Surely, they acted with good will when they mounted the spare on my wheel at no charge. But should they have taken back the wheel which they had sold me without telling me of the special wheel lugs that were needed. Or at least give me a partial credit. Apparently I was too dumb to ask if it need special wheel lugs. I think they should have made good on the wheel. Am I wrong? What do you think?
Reviewed Sept. 4, 2014
Discount tire store Corinth Tx. I35 service road. I bought a whole new set of tires 2 years to the day and put on almost 30,000 miles in their 2 years. All I needed was a rotation and my back tires balance. The tech claimed that 2 tires tread was 2 low. Mind you that these tire passed inspection only a few months earlier. When he went back to check he said that no mileage warranty was on the bill. I think a 40,000 mile guaranteed is what it means. The tires start and stop just fine and shouldn't matter whether or not you balance the tires or rotate. It is my decision for my car. I will never ever use you guys again. I will discourage anyone that asks about where to get tires to get them from you based on my experience.
Reviewed Aug. 17, 2014
If you have a flat tire from a nail or something that occurs in a perfectly "fixable" spot and a roadside emergency care service like AAA uses a plug to fix it, Discount Tire will automatically consider this tire "unrepairable." In my case, several months after AAA fixed my flat, it was having a slow leak of air (plug had come loose). Most mechanics (not trying to make a living selling you tires when replacement not needed) would simply pull out the plug and replace it ... maybe drilling out some of the surrounding area first.
After more than an hour of waiting for the verdict on my tire, not only did they falsely declare it "unrepairable" and tell me I needed to buy a new one for more than $100; but, when I refused, they said they would NOT put my tire back on the car. They'd only put on a spare. This was the "assistant manager"/salesperson Justin. This seemed absurd. So I asked for the manager, Andrew. Location of this Discount/"Deception" Tire is Columbus, Ohio, on Sawmill Parkway. The manager insisted on the tire's verdict of being "unrepairable." He claimed the "rope plug" used by AAA and others conducts moisture to the metal belts inside the tire and causes corrosion and ruins them.
If I'd had AAA tow the car to them rather than fix it, they'd have used their own plug and patch technique. But once someone besides them touches it, it has to be replaced, he claimed. Even if I'd come in the day after AAA got my flat tire fixed, they would have insisted it was already "unrepairable." To make things worse, the Discount Tire salesperson earlier claimed there was no record of me buying a "certificate" or road-hazard warranty when I bought the tire in 2012. No record of it in the system. No tire ever bought for my Honda Civic. Just a bunch for other cars (a Camry and Accord) as he found under my phone numbers and addresses.
Now, the manager eventually offered a used tire as one to put on instead of spare because I was refusing to buy a new tire when I knew this one was perfectly "repairable" by any honest mechanic's definition. That was a nice gesture. But he still should have put my car back like it was when I arrived - plus a few pounds of pressure in my tire. This refusal is nothing but part of their manipulation to try to make you replace a tire that could be fixed easily and cheaply by an honest mechanic.
Eventually, the manager did a more exhaustive search of their records at my insistence and found proof I'd bought the road-hazard warranty. This, I was entitled to repair/replacement. He replaced the tire at no charge. But to again warranty that tire cost me $14. However, my main unresolved concern is the business practice of this and many other tire "specialty" stores of refusing to fix a "repairable" tire and call it "unrepairable" once anyone else has made a repair. Also, before a tire place is potentially going to refuse to put your car back together as it was when you arrived, they should have to present a disclaimer/waiver on paper for you to sign that says:
"If you had AAA or any road assistance service or other repair shop/service do any repair to this tire, then it will be automatically deemed UNREPAIRABLE by us. You will then have to buy a new tire (if not replaced free by our road-hazard warranty/certificate) or else have us put the spare tire on as we will refuse to put this tire (the one you drove here with) back on."
I will pursue this as a complaint to my local Better Business Bureau and the Ohio Attorney General's office as well. Someone needs to derail this unethical business practice by Discount Tire and others.
Reviewed Aug. 17, 2014
I'm from Alberta, Canada. I was going to Seattle to see the Blue Jays play the Mariners. I needed 4 tires for my Chrysler T&C. I checked prices in Canada, then I checked the price at Discount Tire in Seattle and found I could save over $100 by buying them there. I made an appointment with Discount Tire on Northgate Way. I got there 30 minutes ahead of my appointment time. To my surprise, they took my van right in and had me back on the road within half an hour. The service advisor was very friendly and they didn't try to upsell me anything. The price was the same as I was quoted on the internet. On top of that, they had a promotion that week and I got a coupon for a $75.00 prepaid Visa card. I couldn't be happier with the service and I will recommend that anybody going to Seattle from Canada go to Discount Tire on Northgate Way if they need tires.
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2014
Oh BEWARE!!!! Do not BRAKE too hard or the road will cause a defect that is normal wear and tear to an 8th month tire… Cooper Tires. With only 10k miles on it. Paid nearly $700 and now will cost almost $400. Thank DISCOUNT TIRES - what a deal!!! Since back tires have most tread they can send back and get most mileage difference back since a $60,000 mile tire. Wow!!!
Reviewed July 31, 2014
I purchased a new and 2 used tires to prepare for winter in October because my tires were getting pretty bad. Sounds good right? Had a blowout a couple months before getting my new tires and had an empty rim in the back and requested to have the best looking tire put on the empty rim for a spare. Pretty important to have a spare! The associate drew a pretty little map of what he was doing with all the tires, including putting a tire on the spare for emergencies. Here I am about 9 months later and got a flat. Went to get my spare and guess what, nothing there except the empty rim. As I was leaving, I asked the guy handing me my keys if they ensured to put a tire on the spare and he said "yup, we got you taken care of bud"!
I spoke with the assistant manager at the shop to get a used tire since they forgot and "stole" one of my tires as it wasn't that bad. He gave me a sales pitch about how he can get me 2 brand new tire for only $200. I told him I don't even have $5 and need a tire so I can finish my safety and emissions. He told me to borrow money from someone and he will "sell" me a new tire. Whatever happened to customer service? Mistakes will be made and customer service isn't how you prevent them, but how you react to them as a business. I STILL cannot register my car or find money for new tires and stuck because of their mistake. If they didn't forget the tire in the past, I would be fine to use it and pass safety cause it is a full size spare.
Reviewed July 28, 2014
What happen with new tire rolling only not over 4000 miles, tire has been explode... My wife driving the car on Saturday enter to freeway then the front right tire has explode... We bought the tire about 4 month ago driving only not over 4000 miles on it... I took the car to go discount tire location in Bloomington. MN 55420 to replace new tire... First they make reason the tire has nails on it.. Then they want to charge 32.00 to replace new tire... I was told then the tire has warranty 55000 miles on it... Why you guys should be charge extra money when replacement new tire???? Then I need to talk with manager. He say he is manager, his name is mike... I ask them question, "What happen when the tire explode, losing control, have accident with my family with 3 kids, and now I just come to replace new tire and charge extra money on it?" Finally he give money back to me and this is first time is a last time with no charge... If happen again they will charge money.. This not right thing. He talk with customer like this.... I feel so angry about it... This company is bad business. I never come back again...
Reviewed July 23, 2014
My wife came home from work one day and mentioned the car was making a hissing sound. We went out to check and found air escaping from the rear back tire (Toyota Highlander). I could not find any damage or nails/screws but the tire deflated in less than 10 minutes - seemed like the issue just happened. We put on the spare and I took the vehicle in today to Discount Tire Totem Lake, Kirkland WA - here is what they said.
The flat tire (back rear) was damaged and needed to be replaced as there was a screwdriver bit (without the handle) inside the tire and it sent in through the side/shoulder. They gave me the screwdriver bit to see and take with me. The only option was to replace the tire and I would get a $100 credit against a new $134 tire due to road hazard warranty.
They then recommended replacing the front tires as they has 4/32 thread depth (3/32 in legally bald) - I had not rotated them and they had 40,000 miles on a 60,000 mile rated tire - I decided to go for it. They then told me that the front left tire was at 12 PSI and also had a flat - actually it too was damaged and needed to be replaced. Again they gave me a credit but it was lower as the front tires were at lower thread (4/32). I said I don't understand how this can happen and they said they've seen it all and that the screwdriver could have caught on the front tire and got thrown back to the back tire and both were damaged. I still don't get how this could happen - especially on the shoulder/side of the tire.
Now that I was replacing the front left and back left tire, and the front and rear right were at different thread depths, I had to replace the other 2 (right side) also. They again gave me credit for the 2 right side tires - the credit was lower for these, it was not road hazard credit but a mileage credit.
Long story short - I went in for a free flat repair and ended up paying $499 after a $250 credit and 4 new tires. Maybe I should have just asked them to put my good spare back on and gone to a different store to have this checked out. Wondering if I was ripped off or not.
Reviewed July 23, 2014
All of you people on this act like you have any clue what Discount Tire is about. You think it is a company out to get you and steal your money and damage your cars and because they won't repair your sidewall because it's UNSAFE. The sidewall of a tire doesn't have the same ply construction of the tread portion so there isn't anything in the sidewall to hold a plug. Weakening the sidewall is asking for a blowout. Also you guys who think you get better traction with your new tires on the front and your slick ** tires on the back you're idiots. Go ahead and take a curve with your bald ones on the back on a wet road front wheel drive or not the rear will lose traction before the front so you want your grip in the back.
And if you keep your tires rotated properly and on time your front tires won't be worn out after 15,000 miles. And yes, Discount does offer the cheap Chinese tires you've never heard of but that's your choice to purchase - those or your higher end tires. And you say they are expensive. If you find a lower price they will beat that price. They will go lower than the lowest. You can find other "trusted local tire shops" do the work Discount won't do because they are too ignorant to know or they just don't care.
Discount is willing to work with their customers and make deals on prices but they will not do what's unsafe to the customer, whether the customer thinks it is unsafe or not. Discount has policies and guidelines made by corporate that they must abide by and do a great job of it. I'm also a mechanic and know about cars and working in shops sometimes you make mistakes and you do something incorrectly. We are all humans. If any of you on here could go to a Discount Tire and shop and do a better job than the guys that work there busting their ** and be as polite as they are when they have to deal with so many ** on a daily basis, I'd be impressed.
Reviewed July 15, 2014
The last three trips have resulted in the tire tech coming to me in the waiting room to tell me that lug nut(s) are cross threaded on my studs and they will have to cut them off. I explain to them that they are the only ones who rotate my tires and they DID offer a voucher to a repair station near them THREE times after the last three visits due to over torque issues destroying the studs. This is on a Toyota Tundra pickup which is not that fragile. I took the truck to the Toyota dealer today who said this is a common complaint in Granbury, TX due to the lack of training in the shop. I have contacted the company three times now and three times they just replace studs and lugs without question. Have you people never heard of torque adapters used by every other tire shop that has professionals employed?
I did have one flat and could not break the lug nuts with the factory wrench with the jack or a "star" wrench. It took an electric impact wrench to break the nuts loose. So, best case scenario, you have a flat and cannot swap with your spare. Worst case scenario, the lug nuts cause the breakage of wheel studs that hold the tire on and the tire leaves your vehicle at highway speed. This is criminal and I am not sure what can be done but it seems that Discount Tire management wants to apply band-aids to the problem and not address a training issue involving customer safety.
Reviewed July 1, 2014
After applying for the credit/discount card just to get the discount, I was denied approval by GE Capital / Experian due the fact that I'm apparently "deceased!!!!" Actually, I feel pretty good for the age of 65.. I have made over 30 phone calls with discount tire, GE Capital and Experian. In short, not 1 person at discount was of any help and Experian was downright rude and obnoxious, and that's being courteous.. Not one individual was helpful. Therefore, I will never set foot in one of their stores again! Be aware that this company is the absolute worse in customer service. Stay away and be very afraid of this incompetent company.....
Best of luck to you if you buy tires from them. I won't ever...
Reviewed June 18, 2014
I purchased a new Michelin tire from Discount Tire in DeSoto Texas. I asked the tire tech to place the new tire on the front of the car. His reply was "it's company policy" to put new tires on the rear of the car and they would not place the new tire on the front stating several hazards can happen. Opinion and I bet I'm right.
2. Tire Tech was not even nice - it was a take it or leave it.
3. Bottom line our family has 4 cars and we will go ELSEWHERE, they have lost a customer of 20 years and everyone I can convince to go elsewhere!
4. If I buy tires I should be able to dictate where I want them installed.
5. I feel better I have already told 8 people about this and it's only been 20 minutes!
Reviewed May 27, 2014
Most of what I'm reading from these other reviews is pure bologna by some disgruntled former employees trying to scare the consumer or people who are as bright as a burned out light bulb. Discount sells tires. They don't do alignments. You go to Discount Tire for a better price on tires with the understanding that they do not offer alignments, detail your vehicle, check and change your oil, serve you breakfast in the waiting area, wipe your **, massage your feet or send you on your way with a balloon shaped animal. They are what they are, a great place to get great tires at a great price. Nothing more.
Reviewed May 23, 2014
I have been a personal friend of a vice president at Discount Tire for years. However, I feel morally obligated to warn the public of this company's unethical, immoral, and potentially criminal behavior. Discount Tire kills about 4 customers a day, because their wheels fly off the car in traffic and cause accidents. There are hundreds of cases of customer and employee injuries every week. The senior managers of the company, including the CEO, COO, and presidents are well aware of the problem, but refuse to do anything about it. They've had multiple consultants and experts come in and tell them the steps that need to be taken to become a safer company, but they don't listen. The scumbags won't do anything that will decrease their annual profits and bonuses. They drive Maseratis, Porches, and high-end Mercedes all bought by the company.
Meanwhile employees and customers are put in dangerous situations every day. So far they have been getting away with it, because they have multiple teams of expensive lawyers to defend them in court; they pay millions of dollars in settlements every year. Another reason they get away with it is because it is a private company. I've been at annual company parties where the managers joke about getting away with murder, and how anyone that doesn't get with the program gets fired. Store managers have a running joke, "If an accident doesn't get reported in the woods, did it make a sound?" Do not under any circumstances take your car to a Discount Tire. Do not let your family or friends work at a Discount Tire. The consequences could be deadly.
Reviewed April 14, 2014
Discount Tire has corporate policies that have forced me to consider finding a new tire store. I went in with a loose wheel and tire, and based on a car they have never seen they said the tire I wanted, (which was the exact size and type already mounted to my wheel) was unsafe due to insufficient load index. I tried to reason with them based on math and the load sticker on the car that their computer was wrong. They told me their computer was never wrong. They insisted a 2,600 pound car needs a tire with a 1,500 pound load rating. This is ridiculous. They are either doing this to force people to buy more expensive tires or reduce their road hazard claims.
Reviewed April 13, 2014
I went at Irving Store for warranty replacement of my front Tires on 11th April. I was quite happy the way I was greeted. I demonstrated my issue that both of the front tires are getting flat. They were replaced few months back and were in warranty. The guy looked at them and told it might be because of alignment issue and can you check and fixed first at Christian Brothers. I got it fixed and came next day 12th April. Another guy performed the inspection and said "Oh there were alignment issue so replacement is not part of that." Person's responses were bookish and flat.
I relied on them considering expert for tire change. If they think there was some alignment problem...they must have told me before replacing all four tires. I paid 586$ to get everything replaced with warranty support, so that I can get peace of mind. Guess what next time they say there might be alignment issue get it fixed and then replace both tire paying another 297$ as warranty support doesn't include it. I requested them can you please check what exactly you can do understanding, I am your customer and you provided these services. If you have ever notified me before tire change services, I must have gone to check any possible issue with alignment. Representative answer was "you are not my customer, you can ask Fratelli...if they can do anything for you on warranty part." I am helpless.
I might be over-reacting...but these type of responses and no customer centric approach lead me to high frustration. They must understand that after looking for them with some great reviews, we out them...relying they are best in their work. So they are also responsible for our any suffering/worst experience that we encounter because of their services. Any answer like "you are not my customer... you are tire company customer" is even worse as we are not going to tire manufacturer. We are going to them for these services and so it's their moral responsibility to understand and resolve customer problem to all possible extent.
Reviewed April 6, 2014
I live near the Discount Tire store in Waite Park, MN. I tried them for the first time in November 2012. I wanted to buy two new tires for the front of my Caravan. And put the old ones on the back. As others have noted, I was refused. They gave me the same song and dance that new tires should go on the back. I'm not a kid. I know better. With front wheel drive, of course, you need good tread on the FRONT! I explained to the manager that I want it done my way or I'm leaving. I was surprised to hear him say he would compromise and sell me four new tires for the price of 3. I told him that is more than I want to spend but I will take the deal, since winter was just around the corner.
Fast forward to today, and my tires needed rotating. I drive a lot and the fronts were probably 35% worn, while the back tires were like new. I arrived today at Discount Tire for my "free tire rotation". They were not too busy and said they would get at it shortly. Just a few minutes after I came in, they did get busy. I don't know if that is a pertinent fact, but anyway, about 20 minutes after I arrived, they pulled my van in the shop. Sure enough, the manager wanted to talk to me. I was half expecting it, but had no idea what he was going to say. The manager took me in the shop and apparently what they do is raise your vehicle a couple inches and check to see if they can get a tire to wiggle. And if they can, they use that as an excuse to not rotate the tires and they want you out of there. They did get my front right tire to wiggle a little bit and used that excuse to NOT rotate my tires.
The manager said if they raise the vehicle any higher, the wheel/tire will fall off. I told the guy that that would not be the case. I have to say I gave the guy a disrespectful sneer, and challenged him to do it. I said, "Hey, let's raise the vehicle up and see if they fall off." He refused, but insisted that he wanted to rotate my tires... and I butted in at that point and told him THEN DO IT! But he refused. "He wanted to but can't as he would be in trouble for wrecking my old van". Really? Where do they get this line of BS?? I left, and went home and rotated my own tires. I figured, what the heck, I can use the workout. I rotated them and No wheels fell off. I do have a lower ball joint that was slightly lose on one side and it should be fixed in the next 6 months or so!!! I'm DONE doing business with Discount Tire!
Reviewed April 2, 2014
I went to the location at 32nd St. & Cactus in Phoenix, Arizona. I highly recommend this location. I had problems with a new replacement tire. They were helpful, professional, and had the ability to problem solve which I greatly appreciated, especially, in this day and age of what I usually refer to as "customer non-service" well not in this case!
Reviewed March 27, 2014
My Lincoln Town Car is fitted with matching 215/70/R15 98T Michelin HydroEdge tires with very few miles. The passenger front tire was low and I suspected that it had developed a slow leak. I was near to a Discount Tire dealer and they were able to get me in. They separated me from my car and an employee drove my Lincoln into the shop while the counter clerk needed to put my information in their computer. I informed him that the vehicle had air suspension which needed to be turned off before being put on a hoist. He told me that the technician was familiar with the vehicle, knew what he was doing and would take care of that. The counter clerk busied himself while I watched the technician begin to raise my car. I told the counter clerk that they needed to stop him and he finally looked up; however, too late because the car had already been raised completely off the floor.
Finally another counter clerk went out into the shop and told the technician to lower the car back down. Why? Was asked. They eventually lowered the car and asked me where the switch was to turn off the air suspension. Inside the trunk of the left hand side where it's marked air suspension switch. They turned it off then raised the car a second time. Now it gets more convoluted. The technician took the tire off the car and over to their tire machine. To my amazement, he pulled out the valve stem, deflated the tire, then pressed it off the rim. He then rolls the tire over to me and points out a small nail in the tread. I was told that they would not patch the tire. I asked him why he didn't show me this before. He took the tire apart in effect disabling the vehicle. The counter clerk begins to try to sell me a new tire. I told him that I did not want to purchase a new tire unless it was the same tire. They did not carry that tire.
I had come there because Michelin has them listed as a Michelin tire dealer. I'm thinking that maybe because it's a 90,000 mile warranty Michelin tire at around $900 for a set of four they would not have the repeat business they needed. Again he still was trying to sell me another cheaper tire. I requested that they put my original tire back on the rim and back on the car. They could not do that. I requested that they call a flat bed towing service so that I could take the car out of there and my insurance would cover the tow. We discussed this for a while and he finally talked me into a purchasing a $25 tire with their disclaimer that "The tire you have chosen is different from the original equipment provided with your vehicle and may change its handling or stability characteristics." No kidding! They were nice enough to put my Michelin in a bag and load it in my trunk. Now the technician slams the trunk trying to get it to close.
Obviously not as familiar with the Lincoln as I he was which has a self closing trunk that requires minimal effort. They also charged an environmental fee plus tax for the Michelin tire they returned to me. I was glad to get out of their shop. The air suspension warning light was on when I left and I proceeded to a more reputable tire dealer who inspected the tire, was in a repairable area, did an internal patch, unmounted the Discount Tire, and since it was new mounted there's as a spare then secured it in the trunk. As a side note, they knew to turn off the air suspension and not slam the trunk. The rear of the car is now noticeably lower on the left and now I needed to make another appointment for that issue. I maintain all of my vehicles very well and the conspicuous listing of the Lincoln to the left is not the result of this 190 pound driver. Would I return to Discount Tire? I really don't think I would.
Reviewed March 25, 2014
I requested Chad at Discount Tire to balance the four tires on our SUV. He explained that the tires were unsafe and that he could not balance the tires. But, he could sell us four new tires that would make the vehicle safe. I indicated that we only wanted the tires balanced and he indicated that it was company policy and that the tires were not safe. We just had the tires balanced before winter and had no problem with the previous shop. Very disappointed that he tried to use a scare tactic, refused to balance the tires and insisted on selling us four new tires. I am taking to Firestone in Fishers. They indicated no problem to balance the tires.
Reviewed March 12, 2014
Michelin Tire had a recall. Took my motorhome in to have 6 tires replaced. They replaced them But broke the trim on the rear back dual. Also lost one lug and stripped another one. Said they would pay for damages. Guess what it’s a 2003 - don't make the trim any longer it has to be special made. Cost $200 each side - $280 for Kit plus labor total about $1500. Cheapskates said they didn't damage the motorhome.
Then to top it off, they put a used tire on the right side of the motorhome and my husband had to take it off (He is 74) take it back and get another one and put it on by himself. He fell and cut his head and all they could say was they were Sorry! It was their job to put all new tires on the motorhome and balance them right the first time. He was in bed for a week! Sorry doesn't correct the problem. Now we are out $1500 and they are laughing because they got away with it.
An insurance adjuster called and threatened us and when I called Discount Tire - they knew nothing about it. Charle ** came out and took pictures of my motorhome, mileage, VIN number, etc. but did not give us the Insurance Company Name. We would like to know what Insurance company is turning us down and how they came to the conclusion to not pay the damages? We cooperated with them but we have had nothing in writing - only verbal.
Reviewed March 7, 2014
I wanted two new tires put on front for better steering and stopping because now when I drive it with new tires on rear, I have trouble stopping and feels like front of truck has no control.
Reviewed Feb. 10, 2014
Discount Tire refused to give me service! Two times! 1. Did not want to fix my flat - Jan 2014. 2. Did not want to do a tire rotation - Feb 2014. Case #1 - Took my car to the shop and told them that my front right is leaking air. They checked it and told me there is a screw in the tire and that the sidewall of the tire is "so damaged" that the tire is unrepairable. He was showing me the places of the apparent "sidewall damage" but I couldn't see anything. Then I told him not to do anything and put my tire back. They refused to put my tire back telling me that the tire is very badly damaged. I could not believe the ** that they were feeding me! I did not drove with the tire flat into the shop, it was just slowly leaking air. I told them to put my spare and I left the store. Went to another store down the street told them about my problem, they fixed the puncture, inflated my tire, mounted at the original spot - all done. No science fiction stories.
Case #2 – I’m going to the same store on Saturday to rotate my tires. The rep comes out with me, checks my tires, makes a note that my front ones are more worn out than the rears (that’s the whole point of doing a tire rotation right?). We go inside he confirms tire rotation and balance… all is good. Till a point when he asks for my phone number to pull out my account and in a split second he tells me that they will not rotate my tires in the back because "The car will be unsafe to drive" with the front tires going in the back.”
I insisted again to have my tires put in the back, because I have a front wheel drive car and no matter what, my front will always wear faster. So what’s the point of rotating if "this stupid store policy rule" says that I can’t do it. So by Discount Tire theory of tire thread I can never rotate my tires. Sounds logical to you? Well, not to me. I’m sick and tired to be treated as an idiot/moron and be fed this crap so they can force me to pay for services that I don't need or products that I don't want. I took my keys back and left the store with the rep was still trying to convince me that with 50% thread in the rear and 70% thread in the front my car will spin out of control when I drive 80 miles an hour! I told him I do not take exit ramps with 80 mph so my car will not spin, oversteer or understeer.
Have the people sign a liability waiver and we gonna be all happy. I’m gonna have my service done. DT will not be sued in case someone spins out of control on an exit ramp with 80 mph. I will never set a foot in a Discount Tire shop even if I have all 4 tires flat in front of their store. Never! Just so I can clear things up, the tires that I have right now (that they refused to work on) are bought from Tire Rack online in May 2013 and installed at a respectable local tire shop. I hope someone from their corporate office reads this and starts to think if all these bad reviews are good for business.
Reviewed Jan. 31, 2014
I called Discount Tire on Highway 55 and High House Road (Cary, NC). Spoke to Joey (the manager), we made a deal on 2 tires. I went to get them installed. I said I want the new tires on the front. When they were changing the tires, I seen them taking the back wheels off and I went to the garage door, yelled at the technician and told him to stop. He told me to talk to the guy at the desk. He was on the phone so I waited, finally I spoke to him and told him I REQUIRE MY TIRES ON THE FRONT, he said it was company policy. BUT I AM NOT GOING TO PAY YOU IF YOU CANNOT DO AS I ASK. He said I would have to speak to the manager.
Finally they got Joey in front of me and I explained to him in the simplest possible language. IF YOU CANNOT PUT MY TIRES ON THE FRONT AS I REQUEST, THEN PUT MY OLD TIRES BACK, I AM DONE HERE. Joey stated that it is company policy to put tires on the back and he made the techs put my old tires back on. So, If you want get what you ask for then you should visit MR. Tire - right down the street at Old Jenks/55. They will do as you ask and are happy to do the work that Discount Tire won't.
Reviewed Jan. 23, 2014
On 1-23-14, I went to the Discount Tire Store located at 11008 East Colfax Ave, in Aurora CO. I had hit a curb and had purchased a new rim for my Buick. I wanted Discount Tire to take the old tire off and put it on the new rim. I had purchased a full set of tires for the vehicle at Discount Tire which included the warranty. I was not sure if the tire warranty would cover the swap out of the rim but I was willing to pay for the service if it was not covered. I have been a customer of Discount Tire for 18 years.
The tire in question has approximately 1/4 inch of tread in the middle but does have more wear on the outer edge. Maybe an 1/8 inch of tread. By no means has the tire reached its life expectancy. The salesman told me they could not change the tire because it was badly worn and that I would have to purchase a new tire. I told him I did not want to purchase a new tire. He walked away from me without another word. I left Discount Tire and had another tire store change the rim. I feel that Discount Tire is way too focused on making a tire sale. The company must pressure their employees to make a sale even if it is not necessary. Beware of Discount Tire's practices and get a second opinion before you make a purchase.
Updated review: Jan. 30, 2014
The manager has been very helpful and kind to me and my family and is helping me resolve this issue thank you sir.
Original Review: Jan. 21, 2014
I bought a full set of tires from the Discount Tire in Harker Heights, Texas a few months back, got a great deal.. Was very happy... Fast forward to today when I took my 03 Ford Escape in because the front driver's side had a slow leak, needed it fixed, no big deal right?.... Wrong, I waited there for about 30 mins (even though I made an appointment) before my car was taken in to be looked at. A few mins later the service guy working on my car comes in and tells me I have a leak... I go look at it and it was the entire contents of my transmission spilled out on the floor and he is acting like he has no clue what happened. Must be a previous leak, he said.
Well after closer look, there was a 4 to 6 inch crack in my transmission not the pan but the actual transmission housing (sideways mounted v 6) where he put the jack originally jacked up the car and cracked it. Then lowered it, moved the jack and took off the tire, then came to get me and lie to my face. Come to find out he is the assistant manager... No spillage in the parking slot #3 where I was waiting for 30 mins, no trail from there to the bay, 6-inch crack that poured out ALL MY FLUID IN JUST 5 MINS OR LESS. Don't need to call Perry Mason Folks... Hopefully the manager will get me squared away. He filed a claim and got me a rental, fingers crossed...
Reviewed Jan. 13, 2014
Faxed complaint to corporate: I am a very dissatisfied customer that left store TXD 18 at 2211 N Galloway Mesquite, TX 75150 (972) 285-6308 sobbing on 1/11/2014. I went in on 1/4/2014 to get my driver's side front tire replaced because it went flat the previous day and I had to put air in it to get home. I spoke with **. We went out to my car (2005 Silver Mercedes) and I told him I wanted the driver's side tire replaced. He informed me that I needed both front tires replaced. I agreed, but stated I only wanted the driver's side replaced that time since it was the one giving me trouble. After I paid for the driver's side front tire ($197.04) to be put on, I made an appointment for 1/11/14 for 1pm and placed a deposit to reserve the tire.
After I left, I then drove 4 hours to north Louisiana pick up my son from Christmas vacation. During my return trip on Sunday 1/5/14, my tire on the passenger side went flat and we were stranded on the side of the road in a small town without AT&T cell service available. We walked to the nearest house to use the phone and I was able to contact my sister and we got help. On 1/6/14, I called the Discount Tire and asked for **. I asked him if he remembered my car and my situation. He gave me specific details about my car and tire replacement. I then informed him that he changed the wrong tire. He admitted that they had indeed changed the wrong tire and he apologized profusely. I told him that I would be in on the 11th for my appointment.
** called me on Wed 1/08/14 but I was unable to take his call. He then called again on Friday 1/10/14 and we spoke. He again apologized and told me he had thought about it all week and that he was so disturbed that I had been stranded that he had spoken with his Assistant Manager. ** told me to come on 1/11/14 and to ask for ** and ** would make things right. At this point, I was fine and only mildly put out because of the inconvenience... I was over it. However, when I arrived at Discount Tire, the situation became unbelievable! I asked for Mr. **. After waiting about 10 minutes, he came and called out, "Hazel, you need to see me?" I approached the counter and he asked, "What do you need?" I stated I wanted to get a tire put on. He said, "Yeah, ** told me you were coming up here. Let's go look at the tire. I need to see this tire."
We go to the trunk of my car, he looks at it and said, "It looks like you hit something." We return to the store, he then pulls up the online paperwork and states that, "It looks like we changed the correct tire, so what do you want?" I informed him that ** admitted to changing the incorrect tire and that I was there to get the tire I had reserved placed on my car. He then asked me, "Well, where did we place the new tire?" Of course I didn't know where the new tire was rotated to, so he went back outside to look at my car again. When he returned, he spoke with ** who was in a back office then informed me that the correct tire had been replaced. I asked to speak to **. Mr. ** got him and I asked, "**, didn't you admit to changing the incorrect tire?" Incredulously, ** retracted every statement he had told me on the phone!! I was in complete shock...
I accused ** of lying (why call me repeatedly if you didn't make a mistake?). Mr. ** then stated that he was sorry I was confused and that he wasn't sure how to help. He asked, "What is it going to take to make you happy? Do you want a free tire? Is that what you want?" I told him I didn't want anything free, I came with the expectation to pay for my tire just like I always do - by this point, I'm in tears due to frustration. Mr. ** then went on to state, "What do you want to see happen? What do you want? What can I do to make you happy?" I told him that "Discount Tire called me, and told me to ask for you... I didn't call you." He further stated that he wasn't going to argue with me and that he was a Christian and that if he needed to give me a tire, he would... just to make me happy since I was confused.
He then said, "Well, will 2 free tires make you happy? I can give you 2 if that's what you need." With tears streaming down my face, I asked for a Kleenex, he brought me a roll of toilet paper instead. I called my ex to come get me because at that moment, I felt very uncomfortable. He refunded my deposit and wrote the ticket to have the tire installed for free. I went outside, he followed me. Again, he told me, "I'm just trying to make you happy, what do you want to be happy?" I asked to just be left alone, but he wouldn't leave. He stated he could tell ** was lying because he had the deer in the headlights look; he went on to tell me that ** was young and that he needed more training. He further stated that he himself was new to his position, yada yada yada.
He then stated, "I can buy you lunch if that's what you need, let me take you to lunch. Do you need 2 tires to make you feel better? We give tires away all the time, it ain't nothing to me." I turned down his tires and lunch. He finally returned to the store. To sum up this entire experience is to state that I have never been treated in such a passive- aggressive, hostile, and condescending manner by any customer service representative much less a manager. I will not be returning to this store in the future and I will share my experience on social media and via word of mouth, so that no other customer has to have this type of experience.
Reviewed Dec. 29, 2013
Bought a set of tires from Discount. Had a 60,000 warranty. Returned after 27,000 miles with a pulling issue. They told me that the two rear tires were worn out already. I asked the sales guy 4 times "what about the warranty and what about the free replacement extra warranty that I had paid for?" He refused to answer my Q. He just kept trying to sell me a new set of tires. Pressuring me to have a new set Installed right then. These people are not honest. AVOID this company.
Reviewed Dec. 20, 2013
Discount Tires offers free tire rotation with purchase. On Tuesday of this week, I went in for a rotation but was told that there would be a 4-hour wait, so I made an appointment for Friday. Upon arrival an attendant went out to look at the tires. He came back and reported that there was minimal wear except for the front passenger side in which there was slightly more wear. He then proceeded to show me charts in an attempt to sell me a new tire. I told him that I only wanted a rotation. He asked if the tires leaked and I told him that the tires do not leak and they do not slip on the snow. I only need them to be rotated.
He then took the keys and within 5 minutes, another attendant came out and told me that they were unable to rotate my tires because they were over 10 years old. He said that it was a liability issue for him and for me and that they could not safely rotate the tires. He then gave an explanation of how horrible the tires were. I then went to speak to the attendant who first told me that the tires had minimal wear but he then said that the tires simply could not be rotated because they were over 10 years old. When I told him that I had purchased them within 10 years he said that it was 10 years since the date of manufacture not the date of my purchase. I then left Discount Tires and took the car to Victory Lane where they promptly and safely rotated my tires for $20.00. Prior to this I had been a loyal customer for 25 years. I do not know if the management has changed but the current staff is rude and very pushy to get a sale. I have no intention of returning there.
Reviewed Dec. 17, 2013
About 3 months ago I bought 2 sets of tires for both my SUVs 1) Acura MDX, 2) Range Rover Sport. When buying these sets which costs around $1k for each SUV, you would think so-called professionals at Discount Tire would suggest a better tire for the type of vehicle you are driving. They sell me the cheapest brand & a worst quality tire with a hefty price tag & send me on my way. Upon coming back within weeks for the tires sensor light that goes off on the dash, they suggested to put a black tape on it if it bothered me that much. Since the light kept going off, I kept taking it back to them, after me asking them not to change out the valve stems in the sensor at the time of installation. They broke 2 of the sensors & replace them with generic brands on my Range Rover.
I took my wife's truck to 4 Discount Tires in Houston area, finally getting fed up of hearing bs crap that they talked about, I took my wife's truck to the dealership. Dealership stated that you pretty much got screwed with the set you bought, not to mention it threw the alignment out on the truck so had to pay to get it realigned. Honestly, I am so done with them, I will never ever go back. I will buy another set from TIRE RACK, get it installed by the local shop I know, which will do a far better job than these so-called Professional Thugs at Discount Tires.
I am not sure why this company is ranting & raging about?? Their services suck, crew is nowhere near educated on the products they sell & they don't care to help consumers. After me repeatedly asking them to make things right, they wanted to charge me $800 to buy another set of crappy tries from them again...LOL This company is a joke. Please, I encourage consumers to invest their monies elsewhere, local shops if you trust them are great!! I know my fault, I should have gone there to begin with.
Reviewed Dec. 11, 2013
I booked an appointment to have my tires replaced online 4 days ago. I came in today and they were an hour late with completing the work. It was the store on University Avenue in St. Paul, MN. There were extended periods of time (10 minute +) when there was no one at the front desk and the line waiting to be helped was 8-10 people deep and they had 2 people working. These people would go in the garage to talk to the mechanics while calls and customers were left to them selves. Horrible, Horrible service!!!
Reviewed Dec. 8, 2013
Sold me tires from China. Bought warranty for tires - lasted 8,000 miles. Would not make good. Won't buy from them anymore.
Reviewed Oct. 30, 2013
I have been buying tires from Discount Tires for a while. I have had previous problems but this has really made me mad and feel very unsafe in my car. I purchased 2 new tires less than 2 years ago and had them put on the front of my car. And then approx. 1 year later, I purchased 2 more new tires and asked them to place my tires that are on the front on the back and place my new tires on the front. I just found out they placed my new tires on the back and now the front tires are bad and very unsafe. If they would have just done what I asked them to do, I would have good tire all the way around.
This is the last straw. I hope nothing happens to me until I can get 2 new tires on the front of my car. I asked for the corporate office to listen to my complaints and they just had some manager call my house while I was at work (sounds like they were avoiding me) talk to my man and asked him what kind of car do I drive... Everybody know as soon as you walk in and ask for help they go look at your car and put all the info in the computer... that was not very smart. I have a 50,000 mile warranty on the tires. I have been charged for balance and rotation and now I cannot get any of this done. So they should buy me 2 new tires. I am out approx. $400.00+.
Reviewed Oct. 28, 2013
So Saturday, October 26th, 2013, My boyfriend took my car into Discount Tire to get two new front tires. Well after about an hour, I was sitting at home when my boyfriend gave me a call, i answered and he was furious. He tells me that Discount Tire has severely screwed up my car and proceeds to tell me the whole story.Thankfully he was there and watched them service it. Well for starters, the men servicing my car didn't use a lift. They used four jacks to jack up my car all at once. Which is a big safety hazard if you ask me. Anyway after they finished up my car, the head manager drove it to the door and handed my boyfriend the keys. My boyfriend thought everything was good to go and drove off in the car.
He didn't make it down the road five minutes, he didn't get over the speed of 35 mph before the car started swerving uncontrollably. Of course it was rush hour and luckily he didn't get into an accident. He turned the car around and drove back to Discount. He told them they messed something up and two managers came out to inspect the car. Come to find out they jacked up my car in the wrong spot. I haven't seen it since it happened but from a guess I think they bent the stability bars or even the tie rod. The steering wheel doesn't even sit right and my rear driver side tire is sticking out about two inches and is severely out of place. Now I really can't figure out how they could have missed that. Or ** who knows maybe they lied. From reading other people reviews, it sounds like they do nothing but scam people.
Back to the story, So my boyfriend is furious and ready to hurt someone after he looks at the damage and the manager said they would fix it. They were going to take the car to a Lentz Repair center tomorrow. I'm very outraged, for one that car is our only vehicle, so my boyfriend didn't have a way home. He waited around for about an hour until he finally got a hold of his brother. Rob and I know our way around cars. I've been working on cars for a while. And am actually in school for that. So what really bothers me is why in the hell would you hire someone to service vehicles if they don't know what the hell they're doing. They don't even know how to jack up a damn car!!! I'm a girl and I know how to do it!
We originally thought of just buying the tires and doing it ourselves but just opted to do the quick and easy route or so we thought. Who knew it would bite us in the **. Well, the reason I'm even on this is because I'm looking for some advice. I've never had anything like this before. Now they said they would pay to get it fixed but I'm worried it won't be done right and that I'm being scammed. After reading other people's stories, I'm freaking out because my dumb ** left the title in the car's glove box! God I could kick myself in the ** for that one. I've talked to some people and they seem to think I should sue. That was my first thought but if they fix everything right, would it still be a case?? I know for one thing if I don't get my car back tomorrow, they are gonna have to pay for a rental. Otherwise we have no way to work. Please give me some advice. I'm in desperate need!!!
Reviewed Oct. 23, 2013
I bought a new set of tires and their Road Hazard warranty for both of my cars at Discount Tire. I had returned four times over the past few years to have my tires rotated and balanced. EVERY TIME I pick up my car I find that the tire pressure is not set correctly, even though I specifically asked the counter clerk to have the tire pressure set to a specific pressure. Another time, after picking up my car and driving on to the freeway my car shook like a log wagon and upon returning to the store, I found that tire pressures were set to 45psi instead of the correct 26psi and that when the tires were re-balanced with the correct tire pressure the tire weights were drastically moved to new positions.
I will no longer take my cars to the 12190 Hwy 92, Woodstock, GA 30188 store and instead find another Discount Tire store in the area. I only hope that this lousy service is not common to all Discount Tire stores. I will never buy another set of tires from these folks and I would strongly suggest that others avoid this tire company.
Reviewed Oct. 20, 2013
My husband and I visited a location for a complete set of tires. When we arrived, we were greeted and helped by a very friendly gentleman. By the end of our transaction, we were being helped by another employee who just happened to be the manager. After all four tires were on and the car was pulled off the bay, the manager told us that one of our TPMS was broken and there was one missing and it would be $60 a piece to replace them. I argued the employee that was untrue because they were all working when we got there. I just happened to have a picture of my dashboard that was recently taken that showed all 4 TPMS readings. At this point, he knew that he had been caught and started to become very rude and disrespectful. I told him I wanted my car restored to the way it was when we brought it in even if that included my old set of tires.
He then shouted to the guys in the repair shop to repair the TPMS. He personally got into my vehicle to move it back into the bay. At which point, he floored it and spun the back tires in front of my husband and myself. While it was being repaired, he came in to speak to us. At this point in time, we were done dealing with this his rude behavior so I turned to look at my husband and the manager told me not to do that. My husband was furious for him speaking to me like that. I have never been treated in such a hostile and aggressive manner by any customer service representative. WE WILL NEVER RETURN!!!
Reviewed Oct. 19, 2013
I visited the Discount Tire shop on 230 Douglas St., Oswego, IL 60543 today after making an appointment. When I got there, I requested to have a set of 4 tires installed. They told me to come back 30 mins. later to pick up the car... but they called me 20 mins later telling me that they were unable to install the tires unless I bought new rims from them. They tried to make me think that my wheel's lug seats were damaged. Little they knew that it was a mechanic they were trying to scam. The manager was acting "smart" and during my whole 2 hours there, he tried to sell me new rims.
I told him to release my car if they weren't going to install the tires on my car and he refused telling me that it was unsafe to drive my car "like that". The rims are recently polished and they shine like mirrors and this guy had the guts to tell me that because of the oxide stains on my rims' lug seats, my car was unsafe to drive. I told him that I knew there was nothing wrong with the wheels and I was not going to get new wheels from them... After I told him this, he knew I was firm with my decision and tried to make me lose my temper telling me that the only way that car was going out of that bay was towed. I noticed he was thinking on call a tow truck so I did that myself... And stopped his abuse like this.
Then he asked me how much I was going to be charged for getting the car towed away. I told him not to worry about it. And this piece of work had the guts to tell me that with that money, I could have gotten the new wheels. How about that?! 35 mins later, when the tow truck showed up, my car was still with the wheels off. It took them another 15 mins and 3 more requests to have my wheels mounted back. When I was watching my friend setting up my car to be towed, I noticed that a car next to mine had brand new wheels installed, and a poor fast food restaurant worker, judging by her uniform, was getting her car back. She was making a phone call with a sad face...and I thought nobody getting new wheels has that sad look on their faces... unless they were unable to defend themselves against this vultures... chanting the same story to them. Thank god I know about cars and have friends, so nobody will take advantage of me on this field. Who knows how many people get scammed like this every day? Very unethical ways of operating a business. My advice... Go somewhere else, a place with more honesty.
Reviewed Oct. 14, 2013
Took my car. Tried to sell me a new spare. I said no then they say rim was bent. It wasn't. Lied about the prices. You have to watch these guys. Won't do business with them.
Reviewed Oct. 8, 2013
I ordered custom rims for my Charger. The rims did not fit. As a matter they put new tires and TPMS on my new rims. No fit check was performed, all rims were installed on the car and the car would not move because the rims were crammed up to the brakes. My original rims and tires were installed on the car, but I am missing two TPMS sensors on my car. The dealership showed all was good on my car a few months ago. Now my tire light is on continuously. The dealership said someone removed the sensors. Discount Tire said they did not remove the sensors. Oh yeah, I am also missing a lug nut. I may need a lawyer in Northglenn, CO.
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2013
I got new tires on my RV today, but NOT the tires I ordered and were supposedly on hold for me at Discount Tire in Bellmead, TX. REALLY???? 3 trucks and 3 tandem axle trailers with Discount Tire products, driving 40 miles towing the RV to this location, and this is what I get? NOT a happy camper! Discount Tire in Bellmead just got my last sale. Maybe even Discount Tire, period. Over 25 years of loyalty just flushed down the toilet. I wasn't even offered a discount for the mix up. They should hire people that can read! Same tires I've been buying from Discount Tire for the RV every 3 years since 2004. Shame on you Discount Tire!
Reviewed Sept. 25, 2013
Location: 21505 S. Ellsworth Loop, Queen Creek AZ 85142. Stay Away! 1st - I had brought tires in to be swapped onto my existing rims. 5 Day later, I pulled over off the freeway to find several lug nuts not properly tightened. 110+ degrees and I am on the side of the freeway outside of Gila Bend jacking up my 3/4 ton F250 to tighten my wheels. 2nd - Took all 6 of my trailer tires in to be balanced as part of maintenance routine. After putting all the tires back on the trailer, many of the weights came off before the trailer left the driveway. 3rd - I knew I needed tires. I got a written estimate and came back a couple of weeks later. They did not honor their estimate, put the weights on wrong and scratched my wheels. 4th - Came in to have a nail taken out of my tire and repaired (13k on tires). I was told it was not repairable and they would sell me a tire. It wouldn't match what I currently had on or they could order one for me. My tire wasn't leaking. The tire pressure sensor didn't go off. They didn't even try to fix it. The road dust wasn't disturbed on the inside of the rim. I took it to the dealer this morning and it is now back on my car and fine.
Reviewed Aug. 29, 2013
We have bought all our tires for several cars at Discount Tire in Tallahassee, FL for the past ten years. The price supposedly covers balance and rotation. We are being charged for rotation on our Ford F350 with dual wheels because it has chrome (?) wheels.
Reviewed July 31, 2013
I had a flat tire and took my car to a Discount Tire location that's located on 8268 Northwest Expy Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73162 in hope to get a patch. One of the agents who was really nice with me said they will repair it for free even before looking at the tire. When he did, he found out that my tire was beyond repair and needed to be replaced. Since I didn't have enough money for a replacement, I asked him if I can get a free replacement with a used tire. He said he will check for me, but he couldn't find any that can fit on my car among the used ones. I begged him if I could get a patch even if the tire will be deflated later as long as I can drive back home.
He told me that the company does not allow them to do that. I stood there not knowing what to do and he said to me: "Let me go in the back to see if there's anything I can do for you." When he came back he told me that he's going to replace my tire with a new one for free since I didn't have money to pay for it. Ten minutes later, my car had a new tire and I drove it back home with no problem. You may not likely get a new tire for free but I would recommend this Discount Tire location for any repair you need for your tires. I know I will go back.
Reviewed July 25, 2013
The Castle Rock CO store has consistently provided me with outstanding customer service for several years now. I am a certified customer service trainer for Hilton Hotels and I like to recognize businesses that are great role models for service.
Reviewed July 3, 2013
I needed new tires for my motorhome while traveling on the road from Florida. I called Discount Tire Houston and got a price and service commitment I could live with. After arriving at the store, it all went down from there. Took 1/2 hour to write up the order because the representative kept answering the phone, I finally took his phone off the hook. My 1-1/2 hour promised install now took 3 1/2 hours because they had to load/unload their own trucks. None of the installers had any knowledge on servicing a motorhome. At this point, I should have left. Somehow, I got the three stooges as my installers.
Motorhomes need equal air pressure on all the tires to balance the load. Of my eight tires, the pressure varied 10 psi and never up to the required 80 psi. After install, the hubcaps were installed so all the tire valves were covered up and unable to add air. This happened because of improper lug nut install. I paid to have the valve stems to be replaced, which was not done. Also, my valve stem holders were not re-installed. I called back to complain about the missing parts and unacceptable service, and I was told once a customer leaves the property, the company has no further commitment to correct or replace parts or service. I bit the bullet, remedied my problems at my cost and moved on.
Reviewed June 28, 2013
Would give 0 stars if possible. Store at 432 West Lake Mead Pkwy Henderson, NV 89015 is totally disrespectful to customers. Do not go there. The manager (laughable) ** is useless. Couldn't care less about his customers or if they receive decent service for hard earned money spent at this store. ** is incompetent and blames anyone else rather than take responsibility for his store's mistakes. Take your money and spend it elsewhere... at a place that respects its customers and values their repeat business.
Reviewed June 13, 2013
I went in for a rotate. One tire looked low so when I got home 1 mile away, I checked pressure and had 41, 39, 29 and 13 lbs and I found a piece of metal in the edge of the tread. I called and they said I must have picked it up in 1 mile. I said, "No way," and went back and told them, "Fix it. I am not buying a tire today." They said there was a razor blade that I saw near the sidewall which did not leak and a screw also which leaked. Wow, this all happened in 1 mile. Well, here is what I think.
The razor was placed so the tire would need replacement as they normally say they can't repair an inch away from the sidewall so since they saw my anger and I was on to them, they made up the screw leak to repair to remain consistent with their repair standards. Previous to this, due to the shark frenzy sales and dishonesty and tires that last 7000 miles (Flakens), I will stay away and try Peerless.
If you go for a free flat repair, you will probably be strong armed into new tires. Last time, I went for leak repair, I said upfront, "I am not buying a tire today and I drove here on this and I will drive away on this tire so if you can't repair it, don't touch it." They always do the shtick where 3 guys come and look at the tire and seem very concerned at how dangerous it is until the one I gave my warning came and dispersed them and my tire is fixed. Normally, you get the "unrepairable and we can't put it back on because it is dangerous." I would love to see them busted. I went back angry and said this.
Reviewed June 6, 2013
It was last year that I bought 4 new tires, and pretty much during their novice acknowledgement of telling me they are the best mechanics for this kind of job ... I thought so too because I myself isn't one. In pretty much all cases, it's like this, right? "They are a big corp. handling tires; they are ones to trust". Like I was saying "Discount tires", I was there getting 4 new tires and during their install, they came across a stud on both front tires that was cross threaded - something like that - so here in the great words they said, "Sir, we can't complete this job, unless we break a stud on each side".
So here I said, "But isn't that dangerous? It has 5 studs not 4! Cars have a certain part on it for reason!" So here's what they said: "Sir, it's completely harmless! No harm would ever happen because of just a missing stud; the other 4 are holding the tires just as securely as it had 5." So there I left like a happy customer ... until!!! Last week, my wife was driving, going 35 - 40 mph and she said she heard something pop while she was driving and it kind of sounded like in those movies when a sub is submerged under war and the bolts or lug nuts are just flying off. And suddenly it happened!!! My wheels broke off ....
Here's what you people may be thinking - that guy and his wife were probably driving like maniacs - but no people! When I towed it to a couple of "real mechanic shops", all the mechanics said one thing! What happened to the studs on both front tires?" meaning the studs that Discount Tire said were superb okay to drive, that my life wouldn't be on the line. How they can tell from the ones that are already broken? The ones Discount Tires broke are all now rusted settling along getting beat up. But the the new ones that broke, in the middle, it was still clean steel.
But back to it, the mechanics said it was only eventually a matter of time because of the rain, salt, snow, potholes the city refuses to fill up and all that, etc. They said my car had 5 studs for a reason, not 4! It's like cutting off your leg. Can you walk the same ever again? No! - And with the wheel breaking off, the car fell so hard the wheel bearing, alignment, ball joints and all that stuff underneath were completely broken. To tell you the truth, I just want my car paid for. I don't want any money, but they ignored me for 2 weeks when I left voice mails over and over for the lady they assigned this claim to. And you know what?! I took it as professionally as I could until today! She said, "Run along; get a lawyer! We have all the money in the world!!"
Reviewed June 5, 2013
I have more than 5 sets of tires over the last 5-10 years from Discount Tire In Port Arthur, TX. On May 3, 2013, I purchased 2 new tires and had them placed on my SUV. I didn't find the problem until 2 weeks later when I was checking air pressure and lug nuts for correct tightness. To my surprise, I found a lug nut that didn't match and was smaller. This was later in the evening 2 days before a trip so the next day, I went back to Discount Tire. Front desk guy followed me to my truck, I gave him the incorrect size lug and he said, "Oh I'm sorry about that. I'll go to the back and get you another one from the back and be right back."
After 15 minutes and never returning, I went inside and found him waiting on other customers. Then when he saw me said, "I'm going to have to order you a lug nut. Can you come back tomorrow to pick it up?" I said no because I had to leave early. Then he asked if I could come back in an hour. Ultimately, I had to drive to a local dealership parts dept. to pick one up. So basically, the tech lost or damaged my original lug and no one informed me. He replaced it with the wrong size (which could have stranded me if I had a blowout). Though I was a repeat customer, I was treated with apathetic customer service. I will not be purchasing tires from them again. I'll just use their prices as a match somewhere else. It's dangerous enough when driving so I no longer trust Discount Tire to provide adequate technical or customer service.
Reviewed May 30, 2013
My husband went to purchase tires for my truck. He called ahead and asked if they had a particular tire in stock and told them what vehicle it was for. When he arrived, he was told they wouldn't put the tires on because they were not the size tire that came on the car from the factory. He was shocked. The particular tire he wanted to purchase is a durable tire that lasts longer than most and it doesn't come in the factory size.
Come on! Many people put larger tires on their trucks, especially four-wheel-drive trucks. He inquired about the tires on his truck (which came with the truck). It was the same thing; they will not sell tires for any vehicle unless they are the size that came from the factory. Now, different size tires come on the same make and models from the factory. What has happened to Discount? We have been customers for nearly 15 years. They lost our business today. The guy said it was a government law - a lie to boot!
Reviewed May 25, 2013
My son's car tires are in good condition. I sent him to Discount to get fresh tires on the front as an extra measure of safety on my part for his driving safety. Discount refused to install the tires I was paying for, on my car, where I wanted them installed. I do rotate my tires. This is not Utopia, so all my tires were not the same age. Two of the tires in the set were replaced for non repairable damage. Buying a full set was not necessary. Lying to me about the reason for their stand is not acceptable. I would expect quite a bit more than a verbal explanation from a 19 year old "tire expert" to alter my choice and decision for me and my family.
I have used Discount for 18 years on all my cars. If I wanted a rotation, there would be no problem. I agree as with any decision there are advantages to both sides of the debate. Reviewing the facts, I decide which advantages are most important to me. I will not recommend them to anyone. They have lost a lifetime customer. Their competitor was more than willing to provide the services I requested. Vote with your dollars.
Reviewed May 25, 2013
I came into a location to have my summer wheels/tires put on. Lucas **, Senior Assistant Manager, informed me that since one of the tires has wear, he had to replace all 4 as this was Subaru's policy, and Discount Tire's policy was to abide by all Manufacturer policies. It was quite obvious that Lucas was lying to make a sale. When I requested to see the policy in writing, he got very upset, yelling, was rude, and told me I was no longer welcome there. I asked for his card and he questioned me as to why I wanted it.
In fact, one of the tire techs overheard and offered to give me his instead. I called Subaru after I was kicked out of Discount Tire for calling out Lucas on his very transparent attempt at strong arming his way into a sale. Subaru, predictably, told me they had no such policy. I fully intend to follow up with Subaru as to the malicious misrepresentation of their policies by an unaffiliated third party for their own financial gain.
Reviewed May 21, 2013
The store on Evans installed the wrong size tires on my wife's Mini Cooper. We had to go back for the exchange. The Boulder store cross threaded the stud on my truck when changing out the winter tires. The store on 45 and Wadsworth cracked aluminum rim on Mini Cooper by over-tightening the rim on the tire machine.
Reviewed May 10, 2013
I bought $800+ worth of Michelin tires on Apr 29, 2013 at your Surprise, AZ store on W Bell Rd. Joe was great and brought car to my home a mile away, as I am under doctor care for an ailing back. I returned May 9 for vibration issues and rebalance. Vance said it would be a while, and he would come get me at home, same as Joe. I told him I could probably walk home OK, but doubt if I could walk all that way back later. Vance called an hour later, said car was done but they were busy, and could they bring the car at 6:00 when they closed. I said yes and thanked him.
At 6:00 manager Tony called me and said they don't deliver cars to homes (news to me!) and actually ARGUED with me for nearly 3 minutes, not letting me talk or explain what his staff had told me. I finally gave up and reluctantly walked back to get the car. Took me nearly 30 minutes to walk back, cutting through a large dirt commercial lot to save a few steps. There was no one in the office to greet me, although there were still customers around, but no sign of Tony. I found my keys on the counter, unattended, took them and left. I saw Joe in the parking lot and told him what Tony had said, and Joe said he would have been happy to give me a ride, and to talk to him next time. There will be NO next time. As a customer for nearly 3 decades, I will never buy another tire from your stores again.
Reviewed March 30, 2013
I took my new 2012 Honda Pilot to Discount Tire to put some air in a low tire. After they inspected the tire with me watching, they found a nail in it. They said they would fix it for free. They assigned this job to a young person on their staff. They fixed it, and I drove the car home. The next morning, my husband noticed a dent in the car in the area of the repaired tire. Upon further inspection, we found 22 scratches and 3 chips in the paint, all in the same area. We submitted two claims to the Claims Department, and a final letter to both the founder and CEO of the company; all three were rejected.
The final letter coming from the corporate office by the Department Manager of Claims, on behalf of Mr. Thomas Englert, the CEO of Discount Tire, stated: “In reviewing all information available, we find that the scratched areas do not resemble anything that could have occurred during service. We studied the photos closely and do not find, based on our experience, that the scratches match up with any tool the crew might use. Therefore, we do not find any responsibility on the part of Discount Tire. Discount Tire is not in a position to make any payment in this matter.”
We speculate the young technician was wearing a bracelet of some kind that young people wear today. Unfortunately, we were not looking over his shoulder when he was making the repair. Many of the scratches were in the location adjacent to where the torque wrench was used to tighten down the lug nuts. The others were around the wheel well. There were no other scratches or chips found anywhere else on the car. A local body shop estimated the damage at around $2,000. We will not use Discount Tire again in the future.
Reviewed March 4, 2013
I had 2 front tires order by Discount Tire, and it took about 2 days for them to arrive. And after waiting 2 days to get my tires, they refused to put the tires on the front of my truck. They told me it was due to a safety problem. But I tried to explain to them why I wanted the new tires on the front and not on the rear. But he refused to listen, and then he refused to give me service. At this time, I decided to leave and never ever do business with Discount Tire again. I've been buying tires from this company for about 20 years, and I am saddened it had to come down to this.
Reviewed Feb. 22, 2013
I went to Discount Tire on Tuesday 2/19/13. I had a staple in my tire so I bought four new tires $950 worth. Around 5:30pm, I had watched them change it. The tech was a smaller guy and he pried on the rim and tire to get it off. Not thinking about saying something to him, I got in my truck to leave. My air pressure light is on thinking it might take a few minutes for it to go off. It didn't so I checked the air pressure in all four tires; the fronts were 29lbs added air there. Fine. I went to the back driver side; it's at 32lbs. I added air. The back passenger side tire was fine. I got up to go to work and I have a flat on driver side, so I put air in it and drove 1 mile to work. I came out after work and I'm flat again.
I took back my truck to Discount Tire and the guy pulled back driver rim and tire to check it out. He dipped the rim and tire in water and it has a crack on inner side of rim. He apologized to me then looked at the same tech that pried on the rim and tire and told me he will replace my rim from a place I believe called Four Wheel Connections on store credit. I told him that's fine because it wasn't leaking before I got the new tires. He said he would order it the next morning. That was on 2-20-13. He told me to come back the next day, 2-21-13.
I went back and another guy was working. I told him the guy Arron told me he was going to order me a rim to come back. He looked in the back and checked to see if it might have been ordered. It wasn't ordered so he told me they can replace it but it would be Monday before I get the rim so I would be driving another 4 days on a cracked rim. I'm already paying to keep air in my tire so I told him I wasn't giving him a deposit for a rim that they cracked. He looked at another sales guy, looked back at me, and said, "Well, the rim got cracked by changing the old tires to new tires." I laughed and I've talked to several people who sold my rims and tires that that was very unlikely what happened so I called corporate and left a message of what happened. So now, I'm stuck with new tires and a cracked rim that I have to drive around constantly paying for air at gas stations to keep it aired up. I will definitely not be recommending Discount Tires to anyone. I'm very upset and angry with them. This is my first and last experience with them. I heard from a lady that works next door to my wife that they broke two lugs on her tires off and not tell her about it. It's messed up.
Reviewed Feb. 5, 2013
My sister-in-law went to this store for a slow leak. All she wanted is for them to reseal the tire. The employee's name was Sean **. He told her they do not seal rims anymore. That's fine, but he would not take the tire off, clean the rim, and put the tire back on. That's all it needed. He told her she needs to replace all rims and that the stock rims she had were the best Chry had. Lucky she called because he had her talked into paying $500.00 for new rims. He was rude and really tried to con a woman that was by herself. She went to other tire store and gee, it was $15.00 to clean the rim for her. Hasn't had a problem since. Big con and ripoff artists.
Reviewed Feb. 1, 2013
I go there to fix a flat tire. They told me it should be replaced so I said, "Okay, do it." They have you pay first (which I didn't like either). Then, someone else gets there and tells them that he wants special treatment by getting his car fixed quickly - after giving them excuses - and sure enough he gets his car in before mine. They denied it and gave me stupid excuses, but I got so upset and asked for my money back. They continued treating me badly and giving me funny faces. I left and no one even cared. It was a really offensive and upsetting experience; my body was shaking for 3 hours after I left them because of how hurtful they were.
Reviewed Dec. 8, 2012
I purchased new tires with an extended road hazard warranty. I went in to have a tire on my Subaru replaced and Discount managed to "be unable to find a record" of the road hazard warranty in their computer. They tried to make me buy 3 new "matching" tires to go with the free replacement because they did not want to be responsible if my transmission became damaged. When I did not purchase, they refused to give me the new tire, claiming they did not have it in stock. I went to another Discount Tire in town and inquired about stock on the tires I needed before showing them the damaged tire. Once they said they had stock, I presented the tire with the sidewall bubble and they were not happy about replacing it.
A few days later, I had another side wall bubble and this time, Discount put a matching old one on the front and put the new tire in my trunk, after arguing with me insisting that I buy additional tires. When I got my car back, it drove horribly so the next day I checked the tire pressure: two tires were 28 lbs., one was 32 lbs. and one was 44! So much for worrying about my transmission. I guess blowing up my tire was an idea for getting me to buy the rest of the new tires right away.
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Reviewed Dec. 5, 2012
I’ve been having front-end wobbles at high speed for some time. I knew it was the tires. I went in to Discount and got pricing and informed them I needed them on the front end. That’s where the trouble started. In the end, they refused to put the new tires on the front and I walked out? You’ve got to be kidding me? Since when does a tire company dictate where your tires go? I went to Big O. They put them on the front, and my wobbles were solved. Is this Orwellian or what? Discount tire **.
Reviewed Oct. 27, 2012
There is a problem yes. Don't go to Discount Tire if you want a bunch of what they think is best for you. For example, not more than 30 minutes ago, I bought 2 new tires and requested them on the front end. When it was all over, they put them on the rear end without telling me. When I returned to have them changed around, they came up with every excuse in the book not to do what I asked in the first place. Even the management there wasn't willing to help or keep a customer happy. Therefore I shall never return to Discount Tire ever again even if my life depended on it. The next time I want a crapload of what is safe or a matter of opinion, I will go to my grandfather.
Discount Tire Company Information
- Company Name:
- Discount Tire
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- www.discounttire.com
