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What to Do When a Screw Gets Stuck in a Car Tire?

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WillowDella

07/29/25 8:04am

Spray soapy water onto the screw, use a screwdriver to pry it up, and observe if bubbles emerge around the screw. If no bubbles appear, continue to pry the screw out. Determine whether it is necessary to replace the leaking tire with a spare tire, then drive to a tire repair shop to fix the puncture.

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DeGideon

08/13/25 3:39am

I've been driving for almost thirty years and have encountered my fair share of screws puncturing tires. The first time it happened, I heard a 'pop' sound on the highway, which startled me, so I immediately pulled over to the emergency lane and turned on the hazard lights. Never rush to pull out the screw—it often plugs the hole, and removing it can cause air to leak faster. First, I use a tire pressure gauge to check; if it's just a slow leak, I can make it to the repair shop. If it's leaking fast, I switch to the spare tire. Nowadays, I always keep a small emergency kit in the car, including portable tire repair glue and an air pump, which works fine for temporary fixes. For prevention, I recommend checking tire pressure monthly and installing a tire pressure monitoring system to detect abnormalities early. Before long trips, always inspect the tires carefully to avoid trouble on the road.

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VanAnastasia

10/05/25 4:05am

Last time my car got hit was by a big screw, stuck in the tire sidewall—totally nerve-wracking! I immediately pulled over to a safe spot and turned on the hazard lights. I debated whether to pull it out or not: online advice said pulling it might cause a blowout, so I left it in and used my phone to find nearby repair shops. Luckily, I had a tire repair kit in the car. Following the instructions, I plugged the hole temporarily and drove about ten kilometers to a professional shop for a proper fix. For convenience, you could just swap to the spare tire, but always check if the spare has enough air first. I usually use an app to track tire pressure, so I can spot leaks early. The lesson? Nails in the tread can often be fixed, but sidewall damage usually means a new tire—don’t skimp and risk bigger trouble.

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