Potholes can cause tire and suspension damage
The impact of potholes on tires increases dramatically with speed and can cause hidden, internal damage that could lead to tire failure weeks, or even months later. When you hit a pothole you can damage your tire and/or the metal wheel of your vehicle. Hitting potholes can throw your vehicle's front end out of alignment.

If you feel your car "pulling" during driving, that's a clue that you could have a problem. Check the tread on your tires: uneven tread wear can be a sign of misalignment. If you hit a severe pothole, have your dealer check your vehicle's alignment and tire balance.

If you can't avoid a pothole
It's best to avoid potholes entirely, but if that's not possible; don't just brake during the pothole impact. Instead, apply brakes before hitting a pothole and release them just prior to impact. Braking during the impact sets up the wheel and tire assembly for a "solid hit" against the edge of the hole. Less severe damage occurs when a tire is rolling than when it is skidding over a hole during braking.

Keeping your tires properly inflated will help reduce damage from potholes and other road hazards.

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