The Bridgestone Dueler HL 400 is a touring tire with generally positive owner feedback on tread life and wet grip, although wear varies considerably. Some owners find the ride harsh or noisy, particularly as the tread wears.
The Dueler HL 400 has given many owners good mileage, with seven of the 11 praising its tread life. Wet grip also receives positive comments, and three owners were pleased with its traction in snow. A few drivers describe dependable everyday performance, though feedback on dry grip and handling is less consistent. The snow comments are encouraging, but this is a summer tire rather than a substitute for a winter tire in sustained snow and ice.
Longevity is the clearest point of disagreement: three owners experienced premature wear despite the positive reports from others. Road noise also divides opinion, while two owners say the tire becomes noisier as it wears and two criticise ride comfort. A small number mention reduced cornering grip, particularly with worn tread. It may suit drivers looking for a touring tire with the potential for long life and reassuring wet grip, provided they are comfortable with the variation in wear and refinement reported by owners.
The quick answer
Owners say72%from 12 owner reviews55% would buy againRead the reviews
Tests saySorry, we don't currently have any test data for the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400
Strengths & weaknessesLong tread life for many ownersWet gripInconsistent tread lifeNoise increases with wearSummarised from owner reviews
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated November 2026.
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How many miles does the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 is expected to last around 44,200 miles (71,133 km).
What treadwear rating and mileage warranty does the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 have?
In the US, the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 carries UTQG treadwear grades of 400 to 600, depending on size, with traction A-B and temperature B. UTQG treadwear is relative: a tire graded 400 lasted four times as long as the reference tire, graded 100, on the government test course.
What do owners say about the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400?
Across 12 owner ratings the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 averages 72%. Owners rate Wet Grip highest at 8.2 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 6.6. 7 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 50% of owners score it 70% or better.
What is the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, D for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400?
Owners rate the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 6.7 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 11 reviews.
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How well do the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 6.6 out of 10 for wear across 11 reviews. 7 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 27,500 miles.
Would owners buy the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 again?
55% of owners say they would buy the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 again, based on the 11 owner reviews that answered the question. 27% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400's tread life?
Of the 11 owner reviews analyzed for the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400, 10 mention tread life: 7 praise it (long-lasting) and 3 criticise it (wears quickly). One owner wrote: "60000k of mostly urban driving and have been good tires with no complaints". Read those reviews
What sizes does the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 come in?
The Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400 is available in 14 sizes, ranging from 225-275/45-60 R17-20.
Questions and Answers for the Bridgestone Dueler H/L 400
I have 3 Bridgestone h/l 400 265/50/20 & had to replace it on the road with phantom vapors 265/50/20, is the circumstance close enough to not do damage.
February 13, 2026
Unfortunately, I have not measured either of those tires. TireRack.com should have data on the Bridgestone, but perhaps not the Phantom. I would suggest doing the measurement yourself if overall circumference is your concern. Obviously running one tire different from the other three is not ideal or recommended by the industry.
Drivers report mixed experiences with the Bridgestone Dueler HL 400: several high-scoring reviews praise long tread life, even wear, and dependable all-around performance, especially in wet weather and light snow. However, a notable minority report premature wear (sometimes well under expected mileage) and feel the tire's ride becomes noisier and harsher as it wears. Cornering/handling grip is generally described as adequate but not class-leading, with some noting reduced grip in tighter or wet corners as tread wears down.
What owners mention most counted across 11 reviews
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Owner ratings averaged from 12 ratings
Owner score72%
Wet Grip82%
Dry Grip81%
Handling78%
Road Feedback68%
Comfort67%
Wear66%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 80%
“OEM on a 2015 Subaru Forester Touring. Wear-bar showing at 52K mi. Rotated every season while I use my studded winter tire setup. They became a harsher and noisier ride as the tread worn down. Think I'll try a high...”
“On 11/10/2025, I purchased a full set of Bridgestone BR2256517HD470CR tires from Bridgestone Biggera Waters. As a rideshare driver who spends five days a week on the road, I specifically sought what I believed would be...”
“The Bridgestone Dueler HL tires came standard with my wife's 2018 Subaru Forester Touring SUV. Most of the reading that I have done online indicates that these tires are good for about 30K to 40K miles. My wife's tires...”
On 11/10/2025, I purchased a full set of Bridgestone BR2256517HD470CR tires from Bridgestone Biggera Waters.
As a rideshare driver who spends five days a week on the road, I specifically sought what I believed would be professional advice on the most suitable tire for this type of work. I trusted the recommendation I was given.
While I only had the initial 10,000 km tire rotation completed by Bridgestone, my own mechanic subsequently carried out two further rotations, balancing, and wheel alignments to ensure the tires were maintained correctly.
These tires were fitted when my vehicle's odometer reading was 249,648 km. I was shocked when, during a recent service, my mechanic called to advise that three tires were already at the minimum legal tread depth and the fourth was very close. My current odometer reading is 284,434 km, meaning these tires have lasted less than 35,000 km.
I believe most people would agree that this is an appalling lifespan for a set of tires that were specifically recommended for a high-mileage rideshare vehicle.
I am not someone who enjoys confrontation, especially given my previous experience with this business. I had taken my vehicle to them to investigate a persistent squealing noise. I was advised that the brake pads fitted elsewhere only two months earlier were of poor quality and that I should replace them with their supposedly superior Brembo Disc Pad Set Nao Ceramic pads, which I did.
Unfortunately, the squealing noise remained. I was then told the issue was likely the wheel bearings. Seeking a second opinion, I took the vehicle elsewhere and discovered the actual cause was a cover plate rubbing on an aluminum differential housing near the tailshaft connection.
Based on my experiences with both the tire recommendation and the misdiagnosis of the squealing issue, my advice to anyone considering this business is simple:
LOOK ELSEWHERE.
91%
Member
Subaru
225/45 R17
37,000 miles
Mostly Town
Easy Going
60000k of mostly urban driving and have been good tires with no complaints
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OEM on a 2015 Subaru Forester Touring. Wear-bar showing at 52K mi. Rotated every season while I use my studded winter tire setup. They became a harsher and noisier ride as the tread worn down. Think I'll try a high quality all-season tire next that has a 70K mi warranty, rather than this summer tire. These Duelers did okay for OEM and have been reliable even in very mild winter snow conditions before I switch to my studded tire setup.
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The Bridgestone Dueler HL tires came standard with my wife's 2018 Subaru Forester Touring SUV. Most of the reading that I have done online indicates that these tires are good for about 30K to 40K miles. My wife's tires now have 75K on them and still have a few more thousand miles of life on them. She drives both in town and on the highway. Maybe we were just lucky with the particular Duelers that came with the car. I will be going with Consumer Reports' recommendations at the time to replace the tires.
I would not recommend this tire, I used Dueler H/L 400 on my Toyota Highlander and they worn out around 25K miles and now I need replace all the four tires again.
Simply unbelievable. No wonder Subaru fitted them as OE. Now on 54,000 miles from new and the longest lasting tire I have ever owned. Thinking about slowly ordering the same again. In the beast from the east in March 2018 they were magnificent on the 4X4. Look no further. I don’t work for any motor company just tell you my experience.
At 21,000 miles on my 2018 Forrester Touring the Dueler hl400 are not going to make 30,000. The slightest road bit of a rough road creates a feeling as if you were driving on solid rubber tires on steel wheels ( as in Mack AC Bulldog chain drive. Reasonably quiet.
Member
Subaru
225/55 R18 V
41,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
I am just replacing my first set of tires on my Subaru XT. The tires are 5 years old with 41,000 miles on them. They are starting to wear on the outside edges of the front so now coming close to legal limit. They have lasted well with mileage and age, haven't found them particularly good on wet corners and especially wet roundabouts. My company cars stick a lot better to corners and roundabouts on different tires. For a vehicle that is of a performance breed, I would have expected better grip. I have booked in to have these tires replaced by turanza t005 which are meant to be a great all round tire.
Used on a Subaru Forester XT. I have completed 33,000 trouble free miles on these tires. I have found them to be extremely good in both wet and dry conditions, on all types of roads from country lanes to long distance motorway trips. Low road noise and exceptional wear. I am replacing them at 35,000 miles just to give extra tread during the winter months as we live on the rural Somerset/Dorset border and plenty of mud and ice in the winter. I have just ordered a set of exactly the same tires, so obviously I am really impressed.
Tire came standard in the Subaru Forester XT (245hp version) and worn evenly with a tire rotation and balancing every 6-months. Used this tire over 5 years and clocked in almost 25k km with about 20-30% useable tread left. A few spirited driving on hard acceleration and quick stopping. Tire losses grip over tight corners (mountain road), but I see it more of the compact SUV higher center of gravity. Satisfied overall, but looking to see if another alternative (like Michelin PS4SUV will be better).
These were the factory tires from Subaru and many reviews rate them poorly. I found the tires to be very good in the rain and resistant to hydroplaning. Dry performance deteriorated as the tire wore and when driving and accelerating hard around the same corner to get home they started to slip more. Snow performance was much better than I expected even when half worn, I was able to drive through about 6 inches of wet heavy snow without issue. Braking on icy conditions was acceptable. I found the tire transmitted a lot of road noise into the car and at highway speeds was quite loud. Again as the tire wore it seemed as the tires ride was getting harsher. I sold the car at 33,000 KM and the tires were at about 40% left I don't think they are best in class but they are a good all around tire with very good wet and good snow capabilities.
