Decoded sidewall size
265/70R17 tire size
265/70R17 in inches: 31.61" overall diameter — 10.43" wide, 7.30" sidewall.
Methodology: dimensions are calculated from standard ETRTO tire-size formulas. Last reviewed June 2026 by the TreadSize editorial team.
Before you fit 265/70R17: 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.
Compare this sizeFull dimensions
| Measurement | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Overall diameter | 802.8 mm | 31.61 in |
| Section width | 265 mm | 10.43 in |
| Sidewall height | 185.5 mm | 7.30 in |
| Rim diameter | 431.8 mm | 17 in |
| Circumference | 2522.1 mm | 99.29 in |
| Revolutions per mile | 638.1 | |
| Aspect ratio | 70% | |
NHTSA safety record for 265/70R17
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.
12 tire recalls on record affecting 265/70R17
- NHTSA 25T021000 · 2025 FIRESTONE DESTINATION LE3 Tread separation may increase the risk of a crash.
- NHTSA 25T009000 · 2025 TRANSAMERICAN NEW MUTANT X-AT PREDATOR A loss of air pressure increases the risk of a crash.
- NHTSA 23T010000 · 2023 FALKEN WILDPEAK AT3W A loss of air pressure can increase the risk of a crash.
- NHTSA 20T016000 · 2020 DURATURN TRAVIA A/T Tread or innerliner separation could lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- NHTSA 15T016000 · 2015 BF GOODRICH COMMERCIAL T/A A/S 2 If the tire sidewall ruptures during use resulting in a rapid air loss, it can cause loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- NHTSA 13T002000 · 2013 HERCULES HERCULES ALL TRAC A/T Should a separation occur, the driver could lose control of the vehicle without warning, which could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- NHTSA 12T014000 · 2012 BIG FOOT BIG O S/T IF LEFT IN SERVICE, THE CRACK/SEPARATION COULD GROW AND RAPID AIR LOSS MAY OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- NHTSA 12T013000 · 2012 PEP BOYS DEFINITY DAKOTA H/T TREAD SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- NHTSA 12T012000 · 2012 DEL-NAT NATIONAL A/S COMMANDO TREAD SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- NHTSA 12T011000 · 2012 TBC SIGMA STAMPEDE RADIAL SUV TREAD SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- NHTSA 12T010000 · 2012 DEL-NAT NATIONAL A/S COMMANDO TREAD SEPARATION CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
- NHTSA 12T003000 · 2012 GOODYEAR WRANGLER SILENT ARMOR PARTIAL TREAD SEPARATION COULD LEAD TO VEHICLE DAMAGE WHEN THE SEPARATED TREAD STRIKES THE VEHICLE. A TREAD SEPARATION COULD ALSO CAUSE A TIRE FAILURE THAT COULD RESULT INA MOTOR V
What owners report fails — 265/70R17
- Tread separation 50
- Blowout 31
- Cracking 26
- Out of round 7
- Road hazard 5
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. Structured-size complaint coverage ends in 2021; the source files were retrieved on 2026-10-04. Recall records are from the post-2010 extract through that retrieval date and require a matching published size. This does not establish VIN or tire DOT-code applicability. 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.
Recall timeline for 265/70R17
NHTSA campaigns affecting this tire size, grouped from the local recall dataset. Exact owner-notification dates are not stored here; open the campaign at NHTSA for current remedy details.
How 265/70R17 compares inside the NHTSA size dataset
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; Official files retrieved 2026-10-04. Structured-size complaints through 2021; newer tire complaints cannot be reliably assigned to a size. Counts are unique ODI numbers per size. Decimal-rim sizes are excluded instead of rounded. Changes from older extracts reflect these corrections, not a change in tire failure risk.
Nearby safety records by complaint volume
Dataset download: JSON or CSV. Latest recall lookup: NHTSA.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the overall diameter of a 265/70R17 tire?
A 265/70R17 tire has an overall diameter of 31.61 inches (802.8 mm).
How tall is a 265/70R17 tire?
The sidewall height is 185.5 mm (7.30 inches), and the overall diameter from the ground to the top of the tire is 31.61 inches.
How many revolutions per mile does a 265/70R17 tire make?
A 265/70R17 tire makes approximately 638 revolutions per mile. Your speedometer is calibrated to this number.
What rim size does a 265/70R17 tire fit?
A 265/70R17 tire is designed for a 17-inch rim (431.8 mm).
Are there recalls or safety complaints for 265/70R17 tires?
NHTSA has 146 consumer complaints on record for the 265/70R17 size and 12 recalls; the most reported issue is tread separation (50 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.