Mismatched Wheel on My Tesla

[purifiedMAN]

Had a strange experience at my local Tesla service center. Got my rear tires replaced, but the tech found a mismatched wheels! Apparently, the rear right wheel was a front size (20x9.0J) with a rear tire (275) mounted on it.
Car only has 20k miles, and the service manager thinks it's from prior service, not a factory issue. Seems unlikely though, as you wouldn't normally see this without removing the tire. They offered a discount on a new wheel. Anyone else experience a similar mix-up?

 

[abner_]

Why in the world you didn't recognize it? Aside from Tesla, have you ever had your wheels worked on at other shops?

 

[Weasle]

Had a strange experience at my local Tesla service center. Got my rear tires replaced, but the tech found a mismatched wheels! Apparently, the rear right wheel was a front size (20x9.0J) with a rear tire (275) mounted on it.
Car only has 20k miles, and the service manager thinks it's from prior service, not a factory issue. Seems unlikely though, as you wouldn't normally see this without removing the tire. They offered a discount on a new wheel. Anyone else experience a similar mix-up?

That’s a wild one! It’s surprising to hear about mismatched wheels, especially with such low mileage. I had a similar situation where I discovered a mix-up with my tires after a service appointment. They had installed a different size, and I only noticed when I had to get a flat fixed. It’s good that they offered a discount, but it definitely raises questions about quality control during service. Have you decided whether to take them up on that offer?

 

[Startrekker]

Had a strange experience at my local Tesla service center. Got my rear tires replaced, but the tech found a mismatched wheels! Apparently, the rear right wheel was a front size (20x9.0J) with a rear tire (275) mounted on it.
Car only has 20k miles, and the service manager thinks it's from prior service, not a factory issue. Seems unlikely though, as you wouldn't normally see this without removing the tire. They offered a discount on a new wheel. Anyone else experience a similar mix-up?

Mismatched wheels at 20k miles? I’d be concerned about safety, especially with how it might affect handling or wear. Before taking that discount, maybe double-check if there’s been any impact on alignment or performance.

 

[Unhinged]

Mismatched wheels at 20k miles? I’d be concerned about safety, especially with how it might affect handling or wear. Before taking that discount, maybe double-check if there’s been any impact on alignment or performance.

I completely agree man. Mismatched wheels can definitely compromise safety and impact handling.

 

[Startrekker]

I completely agree man. Mismatched wheels can definitely compromise safety and impact handling.

Man, talking about mismatched wheels brings back memories. I had mismatched wheels on my old car around 25k miles, and let me tell you, it felt like I was driving a shopping cart with a wobbly wheel. Handling was all over the place, and the wear? Yikes. I ended up swapping them out, and the difference was night and day. It’s wild how something like that can sneak up on you.

 

[Unhinged]

Man, talking about mismatched wheels brings back memories. I had mismatched wheels on my old car around 25k miles, and let me tell you, it felt like I was driving a shopping cart with a wobbly wheel. Handling was all over the place, and the wear? Yikes. I ended up swapping them out, and the difference was night and day. It’s wild how something like that can sneak up on you.

I hear you! I also had a crazy experience with mismatched tires, and it made my ride feel so unstable. Swapping them out completely transformed the driving experience.