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How can I schedule an appointment at my local Tire Center?
What services does the Costco Tire Center provide?
How are Costco. com tire orders delivered and installed?
What is Costco's tire replacement location policy?
How can I find tires on Costco.com?
Can I cancel my tire order?
Can I exchange my tire order?
Will the Costco Tire Center install any size tire?


HOW CAN I SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AT MY LOCAL TIRE CENTER?

 

 

Scheduling an appointment at your local Tire Center is easy! Simply visit Costcotireappointments.com and follow these steps:

  1. If you’ve made an appointment on Costcotireappointments.com before, you can Login using the email address and password you previously created. If this is your first time scheduling an appointment, click “Create new account” to register your email address and create a password.
  2. Once you log in, you can search for a location to schedule your appointment (if you ordered new tires on Costco.com, you should select the same location where your tires will be delivered). You can select the location by clicking the pin on the map or by clicking “Select Site.
  3. Select your vehicle type and the services you’d like. (If you ordered new tires and need them installed, you’ll be asked to provide your Costco order number and select the date you placed the order).
  4. Select your desired appointment time.
  5. Enter your contact information. If you’d like a text message reminder, check the appropriate box and select your Mobile Phone Carrier.
  6. Click “Finalize Appointment.” You’ll receive a confirmation email immediately, and you’ll also get a reminder email the day before your appointment.

If you ever need help scheduling an appointment, feel free to get in touch with the Tire Center at your local Costco.

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WHAT SERVICES DOES THE COSTCO TIRE CENTER PROVIDE?

The Costco Tire Center offers several installation and maintenance services to get our members on the road, including rotation, balance, nitrogen inflation, nitrogen conversion, and flat repair. Your local Costco Tire Center team will be glad to discuss any of these services in-depth. Find your local Tire Center here.

Please note that:

  • Costco will not install golf cart or ATV tires
  • Costco will not install UTV tires that will be used in street applications
  • Costco will install any loose trailer tire with the exact same size and load index tire that is currently on the wheel
  • Costco will only install trailer tires on a trailer if the owner of the trailer has the documentation stating the wheel torque specification from the trailer manufacturer
  • Costco will only install Costco-purchased tires 

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HOW ARE COSTCO.COM TIRE ORDERS DELIVERED AND INSTALLED?

Your Costco.com tire order will arrive at your selected warehouse in approximately 5-10 business days from the time of your order. You will be notified by phone or email when your tires arrive at the warehouse and you will have 14 days for installation.

For Alaska and Hawaii orders, the estimated delivery timeframe will be approximately 10-20 business days from the time of your order.

An Installation charge of $18.99 per tire is included in the quoted price.

This includes: Mounting, Lifetime Balancing, Lifetime Rotation, Lifetime Flat Repair, Lifetime Air Pressure Checks, New Rubber Valve Stem, & Costco Wholesale's Road Hazard Warranty.

For additional details please head to our Tire Site and select your warehouse location to view the tire warranty and Tire Center FAQs.

Please note:

  • Golf, Trailer and ATV tires must be shipped directly to your home and do not include installation fees
  • Costco will not install golf cart or ATV tires
  • Costco will not install UTV tires that will be used in street applications
  • Costco will install any loose trailer tire with the exact same size and load index tire that is currently on the wheel
  • Costco will only install trailer tires on a trailer if the owner of the trailer has documentation stating the wheel torque specification from the trailer manufacturer
  • Costco will only install Costco-purchased tires 

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WHAT IS COSTCO'S TIRE REPLACEMENT LOCATION POLICY?

We have a policy to always install the least worn tires to the rear axles on the vehicle. For example, if only one tire needs to be installed, it will be installed on the rear of the vehicle. If two new tires are installed, they will also be installed on the rear of the vehicle.

This is based on major tire manufacturers' fitment guidelines, which specifically caution against installing replacement tires on the front axle, due to safety reasons. If you have further questions, please visit our Tire Site. 

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HOW CAN I FIND TIRES ON COSTCO.COM?

You can find the exact tires for your vehicle as set by the tire manufacturers right here. Your safety is our top priority. As part of that commitment, our Tire Centers will only install tires that are suggested by the manufacturer for your make and model of car. We've designed the tire search on Costco.com to only display results that match up with your vehicle.

Once you select the warehouse you'd like to install your tires, simply enter the specific year, make and model of your vehicle in our tire search, and you should have some great options at your fingertips.

   

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CAN I CANCEL MY TIRE ORDER?

We are unable to cancel tire orders that have already been shipped and are in transit to your local Costco Wholesale Tire Center.

If you don't want to keep the tires, there are two return options:

  • For an immediate refund, stop by the Costco Wholesale Tire Center when the tires arrive.
  • Contact Us, and we'll submit the refund request for you. If you'd like the refund processed by Costco.com, you'll receive your credit back to your original method of payment within three to four business days.

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CAN I EXCHANGE MY TIRE ORDER?

We don’t have the ability to process exchanges for tire orders placed on Costco.com. If you’re not completely satisfied with your order, stop by the Costco Wholesale Tire Center when the tires arrive for a refund. If you'd like the refund processed by Costco. com, Contact Us and you'll receive the credit back to your original method of payment within three to four business days. 

If you return or cancel your tire order and you need a different set of tires, you’re welcome to place another order on Costco.com.

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WILL THE COSTCO TIRE CENTER INSTALL ANY SIZE TIRE?

Costco only installs authorized tire fitments, for safety reasons. This is why we advise that, before purchasing, our customers make sure the tire(s) they select meet the following vehicle manufacturers' Original Equipment (OE) specifications.

  • It must be a size authorized by the vehicle manufacturers.
  • It has an equal or greater OE Speed Rating. Not all tires have a speed rating requirement.
  • An equal or greater OE Load Index. If you are unsure of your vehicle's fitment requirements, please contact a local Costco Tire Center sales associate.

If you'd like to find your vehicle's tires or need more information, visit our Tire Site.  

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5 things to know about before getting new tires

When you think of Costco, you probably don’t immediately think of tires — but maybe you should!

That’s because the warehouse club chain delivers members an exceptional tire-buying experience at its Costco Tire Centers across the country.

And the service doesn’t stop after the sale. Costco Tire Center has some great deals on maintenance, warranties and anything else you could need after you leave the parking lot.

Costco Tire Center: What You Need to Know About Prices, Appointments, Warranties and MoreDreamstime

When it’s time to buy new tires, there’s no lack of places you could go — from warehouse clubs to online tire merchants to discount tire shops to independent retailers and more.

But only one consistently delivers the best shopping experience when it comes to purchase, installation and lifetime service.

In this article, we’ll take a look at Costco tire prices, appointments, installation, warranty and more. Plus, read on for real customer reviews from Clark.com readers who’ve bought Costco tires.

Table of Contents
  1. Pricing
  2. Appointments
  3. Installation
  4. 5-year Road Hazard Warranty
  5. Free Lifetime Maintenance

1. Costco Tire Center Remains Competitive on Pricing

In a recent Consumer Reports survey, Costco wasn’t necessarily the cheapest on pricing. But our analysis of the data shows Costco tire prices are still competitive and customer satisfaction with the warehouse club is high.

Members can visit ConsumerReports.com to see the complete list with full rankings on more than 30 retailers.

Meanwhile, savvy shoppers know that Costco discounts select brands of tires by $70 to $80 off during different times of the year.

Then, to sweeten the savings even more, they offer installation for just 1 penny per tire. That’s an additional savings of $60 right there!

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Money expert Clark Howard says he’s a big fan of the penny installation deal.

“I buy my tires at Costco when they offer the double discount of penny installation and an additional incentive for using my Costco Visa card,” the consumer champ says.

2. Scheduling a Tire Appointment Is Easy

When you’re ready to schedule an appointment, you can do it right at the warehouse or you can do it online.

The nice thing about making a Costco tire appointment is that you can get all your shopping done while the tire techs work on your vehicle!

3. Tire Installation Is a Cut Above the Rest

Most garages will inflate your tires with compressed air when they install them. But not Costco. The warehouse club uses nitrogen instead.

“Nitrogen retains tire pressure better over time than compressed air, which can positively impact the life of your tires, as well as the fuel economy of your vehicle,” Costco notes online.

In addition, Costco installs new rubber valve stems when they service your tires. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) valve stems and accessories are available for an additional charge.

4. The 5-Year Road Hazard Warranty Protects Your Wallet After Installation

The warehouse club has got your back even after you leave the Costco Tire Center and hit the road. A five-year Road Hazard Warranty protects your wallet from tread wear damage and tire failure.

That means Costco will repair or replace your tires if they’re damaged during standard legal vehicle operation. Of course, you’ve got to show your original receipt and keep up with standard maintenance like rotations, balancing, etc. for the warranty to apply.

But it’s nice to know you’re protected! You can read the fine print here.

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5. Costco Tire Center Offers Free Lifetime Maintenance Services

When you purchase and get your tires installed at a Costco Tire Center, you also get a lot of freebie maintenance services thrown in for the life of the tires:

  • Free lifetime inflation pressure checks
  • Free lifetime tire balancing
  • Free tire rotations
  • Free flat repairs

However, one thing to note is that Costco will not do alignments when you get new tires. So you’ve got to factor that in if you’re thinking about purchasing Costco tires.


Costco Tire Center Reviews

Our audience is passionate about the topic of Costco tires! But their reviews are all over the board.

Here are a few of the comments we received:

  • Lorilu: “They were nice and changed a tire for me at no charge when a tire went flat while I was shopping. I would have purchased a replacement from them, but their limited selection meant they didn’t have the size tire my car needs.”
  • PT10981: “No alignment service, long waits for a rotate and balance. Two times I arrived by appointment for a rotation and was told it will be about 2 hours. It is just too much hassle to save $15-$30 per axle.”
  • Gooze: “Rather pay a little more than spend 2 hours waiting, even with an appointment, for a tire rotation with Costco. Costco should have a dedicated tech for rotations only.”
  • joepiccaso: “Their selection isn’t that big…scheduling can be a bear as they are so busy, but as long as you are there, [then] shop. The only real hangup is they don’t do any alignment work. That’s another trip to another tire store. But I always shop them and on like, kind and quality, I’ve never beat them.”
  • J P: “I know I will be at Costco once a week and I can have the tires rotated anytime while I walk around the warehouse, compared to sitting in a tire shop waiting room with old coffee. I gave up looking for a better deal than Costco some 15 years ago.”

Of course, it goes without saying that your results may vary.

But this much is true across the board: With the money you save thanks to Costco’s competitive tire prices and penny installation deal, your membership will pay for itself when you buy tires at the warehouse club.

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How do I make an appointment at the Costco Tire Center?

How much should 4 new tires cost? How much does a new tire cost? In Australia, a new tire for your car can cost between $100 and $700 a piece.

How long does a Costco tire fitting take?

Who has the best price on Costco tires or a discount tire? Both offer very good tires. If you know which model of Michelin or Bridgestone tire you need, then Costco will almost certainly offer the best price. However, Discount Tire will offer many more quality multi-brand tire options. List your year, make and model of vehicle on both tire sites.

Who has the best tire deals? Tire Mount Average Price per Tire

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Walmart $102 $15

Costco $165 $19

Sam's Club $139 20 $

BJ Tire Center $ 147 $ 20

Is it cheaper to buy tires at Costco?

Are Costco tires really cheaper?

Costco is usually a bit cheaper than RRP and you'll get a decent deal any day of the week. They are rarely cheaper if the competitor has a sale or if the competitor is trading on price. The same goes for everything at Costco, not just tires.

Is Costco a good place to buy tires?

Costco offers a five-year road safety warranty and lifetime maintenance, including free tire balancing and puncture repairs. If cost is your main concern and you like the idea of ​​saving a few extra pennies with nitrogen in your tires, Costco might be your best bet.

Is there a benefit to buying tires from Costco?

Buying tires from Costco Wholesale, whether online or at one of our local warehouses, gives you several key benefits. Nitrogen holds tire pressure better than compressed air, which can positively impact the life of your tires as well as your car's fuel economy.

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Do I need to buy 4 tires at once?

If you have a four-wheel drive vehicle, you may run into serious problems if you do not replace all four tires at once. All four tires must have the same tread pattern, make and model for proper AWD operation.

Is Costco the best place to buy tires?

The best place to buy tires with a warehouse club membership Some Costcos offer retail and installation of tires and rims. It also offers a wide range of tires including Goodyear, Michelin, Firestone and Bridgestone. One of the great benefits of buying through Costco is that it offers a five-year warranty against road hazards.

Are Costco tires cheaper than Walmart?

Although Costco tires are more expensive than Walmart tires, they are definitely inexpensive. People who don't want to spend too much money on tires can buy them at a regular Costco store or order them online.

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In what month will the tires go on sale?

And here's the secret: buy tires in October or April to save the most on a new set of wheels. The tires will go on sale in October to encourage consumers to buy them before winter, and again in April when the weather is warm enough for people to start thinking about road trips and rides.

How long does it take to install tires at Costco?

I would never buy or change tires during the winter months, they are always very busy there and the only way to get there is to make an appointment and even then it will probably take about 2 hours or more.


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