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255/65R17 tire size

255/65R17 in inches: 30.05" overall diameter — 10.04" wide, 6.53" sidewall.

Methodology: dimensions are calculated from standard ETRTO tire-size formulas. Last reviewed June 2026 by the TreadSize editorial team.

255/65R17 tire detail photo with TreadSize diameter, width, and rim measurement card
Overall diameter 30.05 in 763.3 mm
Section width 10.04 in 255 mm
Sidewall height 6.53 in 165.75 mm
Revs / mile 671 speedo calibration

Before you fit 255/65R17: verify the vehicle placard, load index, speed rating, wheel offset, and full-lock/full-compression clearance. Nominal dimensions do not guarantee a safe physical fit.

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Full dimensions

Measurement Metric Imperial
Overall diameter 763.3 mm 30.05 in
Section width 255 mm 10.04 in
Sidewall height 165.75 mm 6.53 in
Rim diameter 431.8 mm 17 in
Circumference 2398.0 mm 94.41 in
Revolutions per mile 671.1
Aspect ratio 65%

NHTSA safety record for 255/65R17

Drawn from official U.S. government (NHTSA) consumer complaint and recall filings for this exact tire size — not the generic averages you'll find elsewhere.

Complaints on record 28 filed with NHTSA
Recalls on record 0 none on record
Reported harm 5 reported crashes · 6 injuries

What owners report fails — 255/65R17

  • Cracking 9
  • Blowout 8
  • Tread separation 5
  • Road hazard 3

These are unverified consumer reports and manufacturer recalls filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — not validated failure rates, and not adjusted for how many tires of this size are in service. Popular sizes naturally accumulate more reports. Use this as a research signal, not a verdict on any specific tire. Data as of 2021. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (public domain). Always check the latest recalls at NHTSA.gov and report a tire problem if you have one.

How 255/65R17 compares inside the NHTSA size dataset

Complaint rank #78 of 271 among 271 safety-record sizes
Vs dataset median 18 above median 10 complaints
Top failure share 32% Cracking

This comparison is derived only from tire sizes that have a real NHTSA complaint or recall record in the TreadSize dataset. Source: NHTSA ODI — Consumer Complaints (FLAT_CMPL) + Recalls (FLAT_RCL), U.S. DOT public domain; Complaints through 2021.

Nearby safety records by complaint volume

215/70R16 28 complaints · 1 recalls 235/40R18 28 complaints · 0 recalls 245/45R17 27 complaints · 2 recalls 245/40R18 29 complaints · 0 recalls 235/60R18 30 complaints · 4 recalls 255/50R20 30 complaints · 4 recalls 235/50R18 26 complaints · 2 recalls 215/60R15 30 complaints · 1 recalls

Dataset download: JSON or CSV. Latest recall lookup: NHTSA.gov.

Related tire sizes

245/65R17 → 265/65R17 → 235/65R17 → 255/60R17 → 255/70R17 → 255/75R17 → 255/65R16 → 255/65R18 →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the overall diameter of a 255/65R17 tire?

A 255/65R17 tire has an overall diameter of 30.05 inches (763.3 mm).

How tall is a 255/65R17 tire?

The sidewall height is 165.75 mm (6.53 inches), and the overall diameter from the ground to the top of the tire is 30.05 inches.

How many revolutions per mile does a 255/65R17 tire make?

A 255/65R17 tire makes approximately 671 revolutions per mile. Your speedometer is calibrated to this number.

What rim size does a 255/65R17 tire fit?

A 255/65R17 tire is designed for a 17-inch rim (431.8 mm).

Are there recalls or safety complaints for 255/65R17 tires?

NHTSA has 28 consumer complaints on record for the 255/65R17 size; the most reported issue is cracking (9 reports). These are unverified consumer reports, not validated failure rates, and are not adjusted for how many tires of this size are in service.

All dimensions calculated using standard ETRTO formulas. Always confirm fitment with your vehicle's door-placard and a qualified tire professional before purchasing.