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new 2019 nissan sentra for sale in seattle washingtonDear Robert,

I hit a curb at a pretty high speed in my 2019 Nissan Sentra the other day. Now I’m worried that one of the rims might be bent: what signs should I look for?

Thanks,
Dave

Hi, Dave!

There are a few telltale signs that you have a bent rim. Below are some potential issues to look out of with your 2019 Nissan Sentra.

A number of things could cause a vibration to come through your steering wheel but, if you notice this issue right after you hit the curb, it's probably down to a bent rim. With this, you'll find that your Sentra’s handling is less responsive and you may even hear a thumping sound while driving.

If you feel vibrations come through the seat, it could indicate that one of the rear rims is damaged.

The tire around a damaged rim may start to leak air so this is something to be mindful of. If this starts to happen, you need to fix the problem ASAP as it could eventually lead to a blowout.

Thanks for your question, Dave! Don’t hesitate to contact Kirkland Nissan, Washington again if you ever need anything else.

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