Wheel Repair & Rim Repair Services
Detroit Wheel and Tire provides professional alloy wheel repair, rim repair, and wheel refinishing for factory OEM wheels. We help restore bent, cracked, scratched, leaking, and curb-damaged wheels whenever they can be safely repaired.
We service foreign and domestic wheels and specialize in OEM wheel refinishing, rim straightening, TIG welding, factory-style color matching, and high quality wheel refurbishment.
Every wheel is inspected before work begins. If a wheel cannot be repaired safely or returned to proper OEM specifications, we will not repair it. Your safety and satisfaction always come first.
Note: A refinished wheel will return the wheel to a “like-new” condition. Because the wheel was originally used, very minor imperfections may be visible upon close inspection. Since a refinished wheel is newly painted, it may also be a shade or two different from your existing wheels. We have refinished thousands of wheels accepted daily by commercial customers and insurance companies.
Wheel Repair Services
Wheel Inspection
All wheels are fully inspected before refinishing or repair. We check for bends, cracks, corrosion, air leaks, structural damage, and finish damage.
If our inspection shows the wheel cannot be repaired back to OEM specification, the wheel will be returned instead of repaired.
If your wheel cannot be properly repaired, Detroit Wheel and Tire offers thousands of in-stock OEM wheels that can save you money compared to buying new from the dealer.
Rim Straightening
Bent or out-of-round rims can cause vibration, uneven tire wear, air pressure loss, and possible damage to steering or suspension parts.
We use professional straightening equipment to restore many bent rims back to a true, balanced condition.
If your vehicle shakes while driving or your tire keeps losing air, a damaged rim may be the cause.
TIG Welding for Cracked Wheels
Detroit Wheel and Tire offers TIG welding services for select cracked wheels. Welding may be an option for certain small cracks when the wheel is safe to restore.
Not every cracked rim can or should be repaired. We inspect the location, size, and severity of the crack before recommending welding.
If the damage affects the structure of the wheel, replacement may be the safer option.
Alloy Rim Refurbishment & Wheel Refinishing
Our alloy rim refurbishment and refinishing services help restore the appearance of used, damaged, or worn OEM wheels. This may include curb rash repair, surface scratch repair, corrosion cleanup, finish correction, and repainting.
We use a careful process that may include surface preparation, repair work, primer, paint, clear coat, and OEM-style color matching.
We can also help with factory-style finishes, custom coloring requests, and available wheel custom finish options. If you are comparing refinishing, powder coating, or replacement wheels, contact us and we can help you choose the best option.
Our Repair Process
1. Inspection
We inspect the wheel for bends, cracks, corrosion, air leaks, curb rash, and structural damage.
2. Recommendation
We determine whether the wheel should be repaired, refinished, straightened, welded, or replaced.
3. Repair or Refinish
Our team performs the needed service using the best repair method for the wheel’s condition.
4. Final Quality Check
The finished wheel is reviewed for appearance, safety, finish quality, and repair standards.
Rim Repair vs. OEM Wheel Replacement
In many cases, rim repair is a cost-effective alternative to replacing a damaged wheel. Bent rims, small cracks, curb damage, and cosmetic finish issues can often be restored when the wheel is still structurally safe.
Some wheels are too severely damaged to repair safely. Major structural damage, unsafe cracks, heavy corrosion, or damage in a critical area may require replacement.
Detroit Wheel and Tire stocks thousands of OEM wheels, giving customers an affordable replacement option when repair is not recommended.
Why Choose Detroit Wheel and Tire?
- High quality wheel repair and refinishing services
- OEM wheel refinishing and factory-style color matching
- Rim straightening for many bent and out-of-round wheels
- TIG welding available for select cracked wheels
- Thousands of in-stock OEM replacement wheels available
- Trusted by commercial customers and insurance companies
- Local service in Troy, Michigan
Local Wheel Repair in Troy, Michigan
Detroit Wheel and Tire provides wheel repair, rim service, refinishing, and OEM replacement wheels from our Troy, Michigan location.
Visit us at 1027 East 14 Mile Road, Troy, MI 48083, or call 248-545-8862 to ask about repair, refinishing, or replacement wheel availability.
Wheel Repair FAQs
Can a bent rim be repaired?
Many bent rims can be repaired if the wheel is not severely damaged. We inspect the wheel first to decide if straightening is safe.
Is wheel repair safe?
Wheel repair can be safe when the wheel is properly inspected and restored to the correct standard. If the wheel cannot be repaired safely, we recommend replacement.
Can cracked wheels be welded?
Some small cracks may be repairable with TIG welding. The location and severity of the crack must be inspected first.
Can you match my OEM wheel color?
We perform OEM-style refinishing and color matching. A newly refinished wheel may be a shade or two different from older wheels that have normal wear.
When should I replace a wheel instead of repairing it?
Replacement may be recommended for severe structural damage, unsafe cracks, heavy corrosion, or damage that prevents the wheel from being restored properly.
Do you offer OEM replacement wheels?
Yes. If your wheel cannot be repaired, Detroit Wheel and Tire stocks thousands of OEM wheels that may save you money compared to buying new from the dealer.
Need Rim Repair or Wheel Refinishing?
Contact Detroit Wheel and Tire today to ask about rim straightening, welding, refinishing, or OEM replacement wheels.
Call 248-545-8862
