When you buy a new tyre they will come with a warranty that promises you will get a refund or replacement in case of a defect. Many people particularly vehicle owners think they might get a replacement for any type of damage or defect but they are unaware that tire warranties also come with strict conditions, only the defects falling under their conditions will be qualified for refund or replacement, not all the damages qualify for free placement. 

So, understanding conditions will help you to save from unnecessary expenses. In this article, we have listed down four situations where you can get full warranty replacement on your tires. 

Let’s explore the reasons 

Manufacturing Defects 

tyre damage causes

The most common reason for warranty claims is manufacturing defects. If the tire has a flaw in thread design, internal structure, or the rubber compound the manufacturer will be completely responsible for replacing it. 

Do you know how to identify the manufacturing defect? 

A few things come under manufacturing defects, like thread separation. If the thread starts coming out despite normal driving or when you see unusual bulges on the side wall without any external impact that will be considered a manufacturing defect. These defects can be covered under warranty. 

But if the damage is due to hitting a pothole or road debris will not come under manufacturing defect but can be listed down under accidental damage.

Premature Tread Wear 

Most of the tires come with a mileage warranty which will guarantee a particular life span before the tread wears out completely. But if the thread wears out before the completion of promised mileage you can go for a replacement. 

For this, the tire must be properly aligned and rotated at regular intervals. The owner should maintain valid proof for the purchase and service record if the tire wears out due to aggressive braking, incorrect inflation or bad driving habits warranty cannot be claimed. 

Sidewall Or Tread Damage Due To Hidden Defects 

If a tire develops structural failure, cracks or any splits without external impact disc could be due to a hidden defect in the rubber system. If the tire develops a crack soon after the purchase even if it is stored properly, you will be eligible for a warranty but if the tire is damaged due to driving on a flat tire or using the wrong tier pressure then the manufacturer will reject the claim. 

The truth about tyre warranty

Warranty Claim Based On Time 

Most tier warranties have a fixed number of years after purchase regardless of the condition or mileage. in this case, if the warranty period is from 3 to 5 years you will be valid only for a tier replacement within this particular period. If the tire is more than the warranty period old even if it is barely used you will not be eligible to claim a replacement under the warranty 

Conclusion 

Understanding what does and doesn’t qualify your tire to claim the warranty is very important to save you time and money. While manufacturers stand behind the products they will replace tyres only under specific conditions

If you are tier doesn’t fall under the given conditions, warranty replacement will not apply and you need to purchase a new tire. 

Tip: Before making the claim, always check and read your warranty terms and conditions.