Can run flat tyres be repaired

How do you repair a run flat tyre? Can run flats be repaired? Many motorists will have experienced the frustration of getting a puncture. Although repairing the tyre may seem to be the best option, this is not always possible.

Bush Tyres will endevour to repair ALL run flat tyres according to the latest British Standard BSAU159.

In cases where manufacturers do not recomend the repair of run flat tyres and a repair is carried out, the manufacturers warranty will no longer be valid. Although not all manufacturer Run Flat tyres can be repaired, Goodyear Run On Flat Tyres can be repaired by a qualified tyre professional following a thorough inspection and analysis of the tyre history.

In case of any doubt, it is recommended that the tyre is should not be fixed. Yes they can be repaired but not for long because you can scratch the rim and cause more,problems then,you will need a New rim and it could get worst, if you do be slow and very cautious. One day I will look at one to see what they look like inside. I did a quick search and found the link below.

From a quick rea it seems they can be repaire but, it may be different than a plug or patch.

There is an article in a car magazine that says that run flat tyres can be repaired if the tyre puncture is not too serious. Apparently BMW is now advising BMW owners that run flat tyres do not.

The damage is only on the tread. In line with most leading tyre retailers, National Tyres will not repair a run flat tyre following a puncture. Most manufacturers advise against repairing run flat tyres. Run-flat tyres are more expensive and harder to get repaired If you do get a puncture in a run-flat tyre you might not notice, particularly on a motorway, because the ride quality will be very similar to normal.

This is why run-flat tyres are always fitted together with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). A punctured run flat tyre is a temporary fix as the tyre still needs replacing.

Drivers often rely on the fix-a-flat kit which fills the punctured tyre with sealant and inflates it back to the recommended PSI. The only problem with this backup is the mess it leaves.

Some manufacturers specify what sort of damage to a run - flat can be repaired. You cannot repair a run flat tyre once it has experienced a puncture or damage.

Instea you will need to get your run flat tyre replaced as quickly as possible. Run flat tyres act as a temporary ‘safety net’ for drivers – allowing that extra time to get to a garage or drive to safety after experiencing a puncture. Run - flat tire repair procedures recommended by the U.

USTMA does preface that by advising vehicle owners to consult the tire manufacturer for its repair policy an if applicable, recommended repair procedures. So in the case of run -flats on a BMW, repair isn't an option. The tire manufacturers defer to the vehicle manufacturers. Furthermore, while standard tires can often be repaired, run -flats are much harder to fix.

In fact, Pirelli specifically does not recommend you repair a damaged run - flat, since driving on the tire. For example, Goodyear recommends repair only if the damage is within the tire 's outside grooves and restricted to the tread. Manufacturer recommendations about repairing runflats vary. Compared to a normal tyre, run - flat tyres have a reinforced sidewall which stops the rim of the wheel touching the roa if the tyre loses all of its inflation.

While being subject to distance limitations, run - flat tyres allow the motorist to continue their journey without having to stop and replace the punctured tyre. Run Flat Tyres can be fitted to normal alloy wheels however, the vehicle must be fitted with a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in order to alert the driver in the event of a puncture.

Runflat tyres have reinforced sidewalls which means they can be driven on for a short time after picking up a puncture allowing you to travel to safety or to your nearest tyre fitter. Unfortunately we are unable to repair runflat tyres.