Why might this situation, which can endanger driving safety, occur?
What should we do when we see “balloon” damage on the vehicle’s tire?
Swelling in tires is usually caused by road conditions or damage to the internal structure of the tire.
As well as being caused by the structure of the road, foreign objects can also cause abnormal swelling in the tire. This situation, which even renders the tire unusable, can be caused by many reasons. Curbs, potholes and road irregularities put excessive stress on the edges of the tire. Such impacts can damage the structure of the tire and cause the inner wire bundles to break.
In addition, overinflating tires causes deformation of the tire structure. In this case, pressure builds up from inside to outside and the tire begins to inflate over time.
How can we understand this swelling?
Swelling noticed on the tire surface is generally an indication that damage has occurred on the inside of the tire. This type of damage significantly weakens the tire’s durability. If the outer layers of the tire are damaged, the air pressure inside is looking for tears to escape. This increases the risk of a tire bursting suddenly.
This swelling should not be seen only as an aesthetic problem. If a tire bursts, control of the vehicle may be lost. A flat tire causes a sudden change of direction while driving, which can cause serious accidents.
So what should we do if there is a swelling in the vehicle tire?
Remember that if you notice an abnormal bulge in your tire, you should take this situation seriously. The first thing you should do is to contact a mechanic and have the tire checked. The only solution to tire swelling is tire replacement.
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