{"id":85352,"date":"2023-06-30T02:33:22","date_gmt":"2023-06-30T09:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=85352"},"modified":"2025-03-25T01:09:50","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T08:09:50","slug":"why-tires-with-dry-rot-should-be-replaced-immediately","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/why-tires-with-dry-rot-should-be-replaced-immediately\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Tires With Dry Rot Should Be Replaced Immediately"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column85352_821dbc-c9 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-669e99  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-9a5bce\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading85352_b97aac-08\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dry rot is characterized by small, visible cracks that appear on the side of a tire. This happens because the rubber has lost its flexibility and become more brittle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Common causes behind dry rotted tires include age and weather, improper storage and lack of use, and chemical exposure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tires with dry rot should be considered damaged beyond repair and should be replaced immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To prevent dry rot, keep your tires away from extreme temperatures, exposure to direct sunlight and UV rays (when you&rsquo;re not driving), as well as abrasive or corrosive chemicals, which can be present in motor oil and industrial cleaning products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Tires wear out over time. The average tire on the market is designed to last 50,000 miles, but some are designed to last up to 80,000 miles. While mileage can determine tire replacement intervals, a general consensus also exists in the car community that tires must at least be inspected after six years and must absolutely be replaced after 10 years, regardless of how much tread is left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accurately determining your tires&rsquo; remaining lifespan can be challenging, especially if you purchased a used vehicle and don&rsquo;t know when the tires were last replaced. There are several <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-check-tire-tread-and-tire-pressure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"visual indicators\">visual indicators<\/a> that can help you determine your tires&rsquo; remaining lifespan, including tire wear, tread depth, and the presence of punctures and damage. One of these indicators is the presence of dry rot, which is also called sidewall cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Dry Rot?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dry rot is characterized by small, visible cracks that appear on the side of a tire.<\/strong> Over time, they can grow from the side and extend to the tread. Tire color can also change from black to ash gray. <strong>This happens because the rubber has lost its flexibility and become more brittle.<\/strong> This is a major concern because a tire that isn&rsquo;t flexible anymore will be at a greater risk of failing and suffering a blowout. Blowouts are when tires burst and deflate rapidly, typically at high speed when they&rsquo;re experiencing the most stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"close up shot of a tire dry rot\" class=\"wp-image-85432\" style=\"width:1024px;height:683px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tire-dry-rot.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dry rot is characterized by small, visible cracks that appear on the side of a tire.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Causes Dry Rot?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Common causes behind dry rotted tires include age and weather, improper storage and lack of use, and chemical exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"article-search-widget\">\n<div class=\"cp-search\">\n<div align=\"center\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/w_auto,dpr_auto\/carparts\/logos\/badge_wordmark\/full_color\/CP_LOGO_COLOUR_RGB\" alt=\"CarParts.com\" width=\"300\" height=\"56\">\n<\/div>\n<form id=\"cpsearchform\" name=\"cpsearchform\" action=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/search\" method=\"get\" target=\"_blank\" accept-charset=\"character_set\" aria-label=\"search CarParts.com\">\n    <input type=\"text\" class=\"keyword\" name=\"q\" placeholder=\"Search for parts on CarParts.com\" value=\"\" aria-label=\"Search CarParts.com\"><input type=\"submit\" class=\"btn-search\" value=\"Search\" aria-label=\"Search\">\n<\/form>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Age and Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tires don&rsquo;t have a shelf life, but over time, they will degrade, no matter how well you store or use them. Ultraviolet rays and oxygen cause the oils and compounds in the rubber composite to evaporate or degrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weather, especially frequently changing weather, can negatively affect tires. Heat and direct sunlight combined with the brittling effect of freezing temperatures over the years will break tires down. Temperature fluctuations can accelerate tire degradation, leading to dry rot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improper Storage and Lack of Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tires that are left unused for extended periods of time are also prone to degradation. The wax used to prevent oxidation in tires only contacts the tire&rsquo;s surface when the vehicle is being driven. The surface rubber doesn&rsquo;t benefit from this shielding wax when tires aren&rsquo;t being used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Improper storage where tires are left exposed to the elements or erratic temperatures also won&rsquo;t help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chemical Exposure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Roads in winter will often have deicer on them to prevent ice forming on their surface. Unfortunately, this chemical does your tires no favors and can cause dry rot over time. Cleaning your tires with certain chemicals can also lead to them breaking down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Replace Dry Rot Tires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tires with dry rot should be considered damaged beyond repair and should be replaced immediately.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should you replace tires with dry rot even when they have a lot of tire tread left? Yes, absolutely. Dry rot lets air out of the tires, possibly preventing them from being <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-tire-pressure-is-too-low-for-safe-driving\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"properly inflated\">properly inflated<\/a>. Dry rot can also cause abnormal rubber expansion when driving, which can cause tires to split apart. Dry rotted tires are far more likely to develop leaks, holes, and blowouts. In extreme circumstances, the tread can completely separate from the rest of the tire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Prevent Dry Rot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since tires with dry rot can&rsquo;t be restored, it is critical to prevent it before it has a chance to set in. <strong>Keep your tires away from extreme temperatures, exposure to direct sunlight and UV rays (when you&rsquo;re not driving), as well as abrasive or corrosive chemicals, which can be present in motor oil and industrial cleaning products.<\/strong> You should also use your vehicle regularly because leaving your car unused can cause dry rot to set in. Lastly, you should always <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/putting-air-in-your-tires-are-you-doing-it-right\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"properly inflate your tires\">properly inflate your tires<\/a>, especially if you frequently use your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/its-easy-to-remember-tire-maintenance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"inspect your tires\">inspect your tires<\/a> for dry rot and replace them if it&rsquo;s present. Small cracks forming on your tire might seem like a minor issue, but they should be treated as a major risk. So the next time you ask &ldquo;When to replace tires with dry rot?&rdquo; The answer should be as soon as you can.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Tires wear out over time. 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