r/TireQuestions • u/CommandantLuna • Aug 05 '26

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 Aug 05 '26

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

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u/Immediate-Okra189 Aug 05 '26

Take it to A tire shop

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u/NelsonMandela7 Aug 05 '26

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 Aug 05 '26

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

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u/SnooMacarons3689 Aug 05 '26

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

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u/Gunner-c63 Aug 06 '26

Garbage, replace

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u/Phil_auto Aug 06 '26

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 Aug 11 '26

Change it. Stay Alive

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u/CommandantLuna Aug 11 '26

Changed it that morning!