What is not considered a road hazard?

Other Damages — Other types of damage that are NOT considered road hazards include damage caused by fire, theft, vandalism, accident, off-road use, improper inflation, or improper installation, all of which ARE NOT COVERED by our Road Hazard Protection Programs.

What is considered a road hazard?

Road hazard damage is damage that occurs when a tire fails because of a puncture, bruise or impact break incurred during the course of normal driving on a maintained road. Nails, glass, and potholes are the most common examples of road hazards.

Is a curb a road hazard?

A road hazard is anything that shouldn't be on the roads - such as potholes, debris, dead animals and the like. Crashing into a curb is not considered a road hazard, and this is where things can get tricky.

Does road hazard cover nails?

What is a Road Hazard Warranty? Road hazard warranties specifically cover damage to the tire caused through non-negligent driving. This can include driving over nails, broken glass, or other unexpected debris in the road.

What is road hazard failure?

"Road hazard failure" is defined as a tire that becomes unserviceable due to cuts, non-repairable punctures or impact damage. Costco Wholesale will repair tires with treadface injuries in accordance with established USTMA (United States Tire Manufacturers Association) standards.

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What is road hazard tire and wheel coverage?

The Road Hazard Tire & Wheel Protection Plan repairs or replaces tires damaged by: road hazards; road surface conditions such as potholes, cracks and breaks; and debris on the road surface.

Is a nail in a tire covered under warranty?

Manufacturer Road Hazard Warranty

A few tire brands offer a limited road hazard warranty that covers irreparable damage caused by potholes, nails, glass and other hazards. This type of limited warranty typically covers tires for one year or the first 2/32” of tread life, whichever comes first.

Does tire insurance cover wear and tear?

Tire damage from normal wear and tear isn't covered by auto insurance, though your manufacturer's warranty may cover defects, premature wear, road hazards, and other types of damage.

Is a broken tire belt covered under warranty?

A tire warranty will cover defects in the tire such as separations, broken belts, and cracking. Cuts, holes, tears, and punctures are not covered.

Do tire warranties cover sidewall damage?

If the tire warranty was purchased for the tire, and it's in the recommended spec, and repairable, it will be repaired. If the tire cannot be repaired due to issues like punctures in the sidewall, the tire will be replaced.

Is pothole damage covered under tire warranty?

Some manufacturers offer a limited road hazard warranty that typically covers the tires for the first year after purchase, or the first 2/32nds of tread life, whichever comes first. This kind of warranty may cover you if your tire is damaged by a pothole or other road hazard.

Do new cars have road hazard on tires?

Tires on a new car typically have a manufacturer's warranty against defects. This warranty usually lasts for 36,000 miles. This warranty is provided by the tire manufacturer and does not cover road hazards or normal wear and tear.

Does tire warranty cover pothole damage?

While road hazard injuries (cuts, punctures, snags and bruises) or impact damage caused by potholes, curbs or other objects in the road are an undesirable part of driving, the tire damage they inflict is not within the control of the tire manufacturer and is not typically covered by their limited tire warranties.

What are 5 hazards while driving?

Is dry road a hazard?

Unfortunately even warm, dry roads are full of hazards. Be aware of these, however, and your sunny days on the road will be a (warm) blast.

What are two types of hazards when driving?

How often should tires be rotated?

How Often Should You Get a Tire Rotation? A good rule of thumb is every 5,000 miles. Depending on your vehicle, driving style, and tire type, you may need to rotate your tires more or less often.

How long should tires last?

On average, people drive between 12,000 to 15,000 miles a year, which means the average good quality all-season tire will last somewhere between three and five years, depending on maintenance, driving style and conditions, etc.

How many miles do tires last?

Tires typically last around 50,000 miles, but this will depend on your driving habits and where you live. If you frequently drive on unpaved roads or you have a lead foot, your tires may need to be replaced sooner.

What happens if you slash 3 tires?

Is There Insurance Coverage For Three Slashed Tires? Yes, if you have comprehensive insurance, your car insurance will cover your slashed tires – one, two, three, or all four tires. There's a typical insurance misconception that insurers won't cover three slashed tires but only cover all four slashed tires.

How much should tire and wheel protection cost?

The cost may be $20 to $30 per tire on average. If you frequently drive on roads where you see a lot of debris, road-hazard protection could make sense for you.

Does insurance cover aftermarket rims?

Modifications a standard policy will/won't cover

Vehicle modifications or customizations (the terms are often interchangeably used in the industry and basically mean the same thing) not made at the factory, as well as aftermarket parts, are typically excluded from standard policies.

Do I need a new tire if I have a nail in it?

Tire punctures can often be repaired but there are limitations. If the puncture is greater than 1/4-of-an-inch in diameter, it's better and safer to replace the tire. The most common cause of tire punctures is nails, and if the nail is small enough, it might not even penetrate the tire tread.

When can a nail in tire not be fixed?

Puncture repairs are limited to the center of the tread area. If there are punctures or damage in the shoulder or sidewall of the tire, it is not repairable.

Does plugging a tire void the warranty?

TIRE REPAIR

You can't ignore tread punctures or penetrations because they can cause irreversible tire damage. At the same time, an improper repair can damage the tire and void a tire's warranty. Only punctures in the tread area less than ¼” in diameter may be potentially repaired and returned to service.