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Is it safe to drive on my damaged wheel?

Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Asked by mekayla on January 21, 2021

I recently hit a curb and it damaged my wheel/rim.

Would it be safe to still drive for now?

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3 Answers

would it be safe to still drive for now?

NO absolutely not safe. Do not drive on it.

There are sharp edges exposed and they can and will cut into the sidewall of the tire sooner or later depending on many factors.

You could limp it into a tire shop if you go slow and be careful.

Answered by Alaska Man on January 21, 2021

It would be better to see a picture with the hubcap removed, but from what I can see I would only drive to a shop to get a new wheel. The sidewall is distorted and although it's still holding air the handling and performance of the tire will be affected. I would be concerned that the bead may separate at some point.
Also, there will most likely be other driveability problems. Steel wheels are relatively inexpensive. You should have it replaced.

Answered by David Watson on January 21, 2021

You should get the alignment checked with the new wheel and tire. That will also determine if any other work is needed. I did similar damage and needed a lower A frame replaced ( it was aluminum , a steel A frame would be less likely to have damage.)

Answered by blacksmith37 on January 21, 2021

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