Tire Pothole Damage Repair: Costs & Procedures

Potholes are often found on asphalt roads that are vulnerable to weakening from repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Over time, the weakened road structure collapses, causing bowl-shaped depressions to form. Driving over a pothole, especially at high speeds, can cause significant damage to your vehicle that needs to be addressed before you can drive it again. So, what does tire and rim repair from pothole damage involve?

When Do I Need To Repair My Tires From Pothole Damage?

If you hit a pothole in Crawfordville, you may need to replace your tires immediately. If you can, pull over to the road shoulder or breakdown lane after hitting the pothole. Once it’s safe to do so, inspect your wheels and tires for the following:

• Sidewall bulges/bubbles
• Any cuts or tears
• Bent rims
• Low tire pressure/flats

Unfortunately, any sidewall bulges/bubbles or tears in your tires indicate structural damage. Unlike a puncture, this type of damage cannot be patched or repaired; a full tire replacement is required.

On the other hand, bent/warped rims can be repaired, but cracked rims or rims with severe structural damage cannot. They will also need to be replaced along with your affected tires. In either case, driving on rims with any damage is strongly inadvisable due to the dangers involved, and can cause:

• Catastrophic tire failure
• Suspension damage
• Vibrations and handling problems
• Wheel alignment issues

Do you need new tires? Visit our dealership in Tallahassee and let our service team know. They’ll find the ones you need and professionally install them for you.

What Will Tire & Rim Repair From Pothole Damage Cost?

According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), the average cost to repair pothole damage is $600, which can include tire replacement, rim repair, and other repairs or inspections. However, keep in mind that this is an average figure and may be higher for several reasons. For example:

• Your AWD vehicle requires all four tires to be replaced simultaneously to maintain even tread wear and drivetrain health
• Your suspension/steering was severely damaged and needs extensive repairs
• You needed to pay for services such as towing and tire alignment
• Your rims are cracked/structurally damaged and need to be replaced

Repairs are usually more cost-effective than replacements, but sometimes, repairs aren’t feasible, and replacements are necessary. If you want to learn more about when to repair vs. replace, visit our dealership near Quincy and speak with our service professionals.

Get Back On The Road With Service From Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet

If you hit a pothole on Havana roads and need an immediate consultation or repair, the talented and experienced service professionals of Dale Earnhardt Jr. Chevrolet are ready to assist you. Contact us at %%di_phone_number%% and ask to speak with our representatives about what to do next, and we’ll help you get back on the road in no time.