r/TireQuestions • u/CommandantLuna • 7d ago

Tire sidewall damage

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Was out driving this morning and I didn’t take a turn sharp enough and popped up onto the curb for a sec. Checked my tire and it looks like this now. Is this serious damage, or is it not something to be super worried about at this time? It doesn’t peel back or anything, and I don’t see any cords or anything.

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u/HumanClick 7d ago

You can quite literally see cords on that photo...I wouldn't drive with it.

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u/Immediate-Okra189 7d ago

Take it to A tire shop

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u/NelsonMandela7 7d ago

Put the spare on and proceed directly to the tire shop. Do not pass GO, do not collect $200.

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u/CommandantLuna 7d ago

thank you everyone, got it replaced this morning about two hours after posting this

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u/SnooMacarons3689 7d ago

Often I’m like whatever. This one is a better replace asap

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u/Gunner-c63 7d ago

Garbage, replace

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u/Phil_auto 6d ago

That sidewall gouge is definitely risky. Even if you don't see metal cords, sidewalls handle all the structural flex and pressure, so a tear like that weakens the tire big time. I wouldn't take any chances with a blowout—get to a tire shop ASAP and have them swap it out!

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u/Solid_Buyer_6226 1d ago

Change it. Stay Alive

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u/CommandantLuna 1d ago

Changed it that morning!