Do I Need to Replace the Tire if a Metal Piece is Stuck in It?
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Tire stuck with a metal piece is best to be replaced. Here are the details: 1. Tire replacement considerations: When the puncture on the tread is only 6mm, for economic reasons, you can just patch the tire and continue using it without replacement. This is because the metal piece inserted into the tire does not significantly damage the tire's structure; the steel wires, fabric layers, and polyester layers only have a hole, which can be repaired. Of course, it is safer to replace the tire and use the damaged one as a spare. 2. Tire maintenance: Rotate the tires every 10,000 kilometers to evenly distribute tire fatigue, avoid uneven wear, and extend tire life; while driving, avoid rapid starts, emergency braking, or sharp turns; it is recommended to perform a wheel alignment every 2,000 kilometers to reduce abnormal tire wear caused by changes in the main parameters of wheel alignment. Tires are often used under complex and harsh conditions, enduring various deformations, loads, forces, and high and low temperatures during driving. Therefore, they must have high load-bearing performance, traction performance, and cushioning performance. At the same time, tires also require high wear resistance and flex resistance, as well as low rolling resistance and heat generation.
Last time I also had a small metal piece stuck in my tire, located in the middle of the tread without leaking too deeply. I checked it myself by applying some soapy water to see if bubbles formed, which would indicate a leak. If it's leaking slowly, just take it to a professional shop for a patch repair—the patch method is quite reliable, and the tire can last another half a year or more without issues. But never pull out the metal piece carelessly; if it causes rapid air loss, you’ll need to immediately switch to a spare tire or pull over. If the puncture is on the sidewall, the situation is much worse—you’ll likely need a new tire, as repairs can’t guarantee safety, especially on highways. It’s a good habit to regularly monitor tire pressure; checking it weekly after a puncture can prevent bigger problems. In short, don’t take risks to save money—repaired tires are structurally weaker, so drive more cautiously afterward.
