Recently, many BYD Tang DM / Tang DMI owners reported that their vehicles had tire blowouts while driving. It is particularly noteworthy that as BYD Tang is a hybrid model, the compact design of Tang DMI in terms of interior space and mechanical layout makes it impossible to place a traditional spare tire. In order to deal with possible tire blowouts, BYD has equipped car owners with tire repair fluid as an emergency solution.
The risk of tire blowouts for BYD Tang models equipped with 22-inch large wheels is significantly increased. Some car owners reported that rolling over fist-sized stones at a speed of 40km/h will cause tire blowouts. What is more worrying is that some quasi-new cars have tire blowouts or bulges after driving only more than 1,000 kilometers.
Tire size does not match road conditions: 22-inch thin tires have poor adaptability to complex road conditions, especially when facing potholes;
Vehicle weight and tire design: Tang DM vehicles are heavier but equipped with thin-walled tires, which increases the risk of tire blowouts;
Driving habits: 4S stores recommend slowing down when encountering uneven roads, but this is difficult to avoid completely in actual driving;
Situations where tire sealant is not recommended;
Tire sealant may corrode tires and tire pressure monitoring sensors;
Limited effect on larger damage, which may affect subsequent professional repairs;
Difficult to clean after use, which may reduce the quality of repairs;
Portable air pump: Temporarily maintain tire pressure for small-area leaks;
Mushroom nails/tire repair strips : Suitable for temporary repair of small damage;
Insurance towing service: Most insurance companies provide free towing service;
On-board tool preparation: It is recommended to prepare a jack and a 21mm wrench;
Wheel size selection: It is recommended to choose 20/21-inch wheels under complex road conditions;
Tire brand replacement: Consider replacing with Michelin and other tires with better comfort;
Driving habit adjustment: Slow down in bad road conditions and avoid sudden braking;
Regular inspection and maintenance: Pay special attention to tire pressure and tire wear;
BYD officials said that tire problems are mostly related to the use environment, not quality issues. It is worth noting that:
Tire damage is not covered by the warranty;
The replacement cost of a 22-inch Continental tire is about RMB 2,500 per tire;
It is recommended that car owners repair it at officially authorized points;
Warm reminder: The 2025 Tang DMI Intelligent Driving Edition has significantly improved in intelligent driving, but the tire configuration still requires car owners to carefully choose according to actual road conditions.
