OEM Rims cracked

sjdennis · 02-08-2016, 05:07 PM

Hi All,
I have a 2011 335is with the stock 19" Style 225M wheels (still with CPO warranty). The right rear developed a slow leak and when I removed the wheel to look for the leak I was shocked to discover a series cracks on the inner lip. I removed the left rear and found the same thing. I removed the fronts and saw no cracks.

I thought this would be and easy call to the dealer to get remedied. The dealer says rims are not covered under CPO or otherwise unless you buy the special tire and wheel insurance from BMW. I went a few rounds with the SA and lost. I then called BMW NA and after a bloody battle, lost there as well.

I then called my auto insurance and am still waiting to see if they will cover them on my "collision" policy. Even if they cover them my I have $1k deductible so the most I could get is about $400 as the replacement are about $700ea.

So.... I'm debating with myself about replacing them and being worried they will crack again, or going with some aftermarket rims and paying even more out of pocket to buy a new set of 4. I'm also thinking maybe the runflat tires contribute to the stress cracks because they are so stiff, so I would go with non-runflat tires. My rears were in need of replacing anyhow but not the fronts. This simple leak repair has turned into a possible $2,500 expenditure for a good set of rims and 4 new tires.

Has anyone else had their rims cracked like this?

Thanks,
Dennis

philgli · 02-08-2016, 07:20 PM

225Ms are beautiful wheels but there are tons of stories of them cracking on here. You could always try to switch to non-runflat tires and have the cracks weld/repaired. Non-runflats and avoiding potholes could work...

UPWheels · 02-11-2016, 11:52 AM

There's many owners complaining about 225M wheels being easily damaged. Try looking for a single replacement wheel online and ditch the RFTs, plus avoiding potholes and debris on the roads. Or you can hit us up for a wheel and tire quote, since we do offer great deals. Just a thought. Good luck.

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TBN54 · 02-11-2016, 12:01 PM

There was just a post on the forums yesterday about another member's Style 225's cracking.

If you wanna save a little bit of money and just get another Style 225, I could quote you one at a markdown price being that I work at BMW.

Also in the future I'd suggest going with Non-RFT's.

I went with PSS and they really do ride MUCH smoother than the crappy Bridgestone's that came with my car.

sjdennis · 02-12-2016, 07:25 PM

Thanks for all your input. My insurance stepped up and covered me minus my deductible. I ordered a pair of new rims with my BMWCCA discount and some Continental Extreme Contact DW tires from Tirerack. Should get them all on this weekend and be on my way again! Total out of pocket about $500.

Hopefully with the non-runflats the cracks won't come back.

Dennis

ritzzzzzwik · 02-12-2016, 09:21 PM

APEX wheels groupbuy! A few going on ATM
Good light,strong wheels (rotary forged). You could be done for much less.

maddmatth · 02-12-2016, 09:56 PM

I have the same wheels with no issues, and previous tyres were runflats...
I think early year ones were problematic and BMW switched manufacturer.

Last owner may have hit something. Once I found a crack in a rear wheel on my old car, turned out the other wheel had a crack too so whatever happened, both took the same impact.
Only one crack in each so I had them fixed, but yours have multiple cracks so they're probably scrap now.

Maybe it's a good excuse to look for some nice aftermarket wheels.

You'll make a bit of money back by selling your fronts.

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sjdennis New Member 6 Rep 29 Posts Drives: '11 335is E93, '01 M Roadster Join Date: May 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	OEM Rims cracked - Dilemma Hi All, I have a 2011 335is with the stock 19" Style 225M wheels (still with CPO warranty). The right rear developed a slow leak and when I removed the wheel to look for the leak I was shocked to discover a series cracks on the inner lip. I removed the left rear and found the same thing. I removed the fronts and saw no cracks. I thought this would be and easy call to the dealer to get remedied. The dealer says rims are not covered under CPO or otherwise unless you buy the special tire and wheel insurance from BMW. I went a few rounds with the SA and lost. I then called BMW NA and after a bloody battle, lost there as well. I then called my auto insurance and am still waiting to see if they will cover them on my "collision" policy. Even if they cover them my I have $1k deductible so the most I could get is about $400 as the replacement are about $700ea. So.... I'm debating with myself about replacing them and being worried they will crack again, or going with some aftermarket rims and paying even more out of pocket to buy a new set of 4. I'm also thinking maybe the runflat tires contribute to the stress cracks because they are so stiff, so I would go with non-runflat tires. My rears were in need of replacing anyhow but not the fronts. This simple leak repair has turned into a possible $2,500 expenditure for a good set of rims and 4 new tires. Has anyone else had their rims cracked like this? Thanks, Dennis Attached Images
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philgli Lieutenant 69 Rep 491 Posts Drives: 2011 AW E92 Msport Join Date: May 2012 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	225Ms are beautiful wheels but there are tons of stories of them cracking on here. You could always try to switch to non-runflat tires and have the cracks weld/repaired. Non-runflats and avoiding potholes could work...
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UPWheels Captain 52 Rep 617 Posts Drives: E60 Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: OC iTrader: (0)	There's many owners complaining about 225M wheels being easily damaged. Try looking for a single replacement wheel online and ditch the RFTs, plus avoiding potholes and debris on the roads. Or you can hit us up for a wheel and tire quote, since we do offer great deals. Just a thought. Good luck. Sales @ UPWheels.com * Ph. 657.888.4UPW * FacebookDOTcom/UPWheels Last edited by UPWheels; 02-11-2016 at 07:17 PM..
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TBN54 Captain 427 Rep 793 Posts Drives: 08' E92 335 -> 17' F30 340i Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Upstate NY iTrader: (0)	There was just a post on the forums yesterday about another member's Style 225's cracking. If you wanna save a little bit of money and just get another Style 225, I could quote you one at a markdown price being that I work at BMW. Also in the future I'd suggest going with Non-RFT's. I went with PSS and they really do ride MUCH smoother than the crappy Bridgestone's that came with my car.
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sjdennis New Member 6 Rep 29 Posts Drives: '11 335is E93, '01 M Roadster Join Date: May 2008 Location: California iTrader: (0)	Thanks for all your input. My insurance stepped up and covered me minus my deductible. I ordered a pair of new rims with my BMWCCA discount and some Continental Extreme Contact DW tires from Tirerack. Should get them all on this weekend and be on my way again! Total out of pocket about $500. Hopefully with the non-runflats the cracks won't come back. Dennis
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ritzzzzzwik Captain 232 Rep 723 Posts Drives: SO M4 MT Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: NOVA iTrader: (0)	APEX wheels groupbuy! A few going on ATM Good light,strong wheels (rotary forged). You could be done for much less.
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maddmatth Major 555 Rep 922 Posts Drives: F82 M4, E92 335i Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: New Zealand iTrader: (0)	I have the same wheels with no issues, and previous tyres were runflats... I think early year ones were problematic and BMW switched manufacturer. Last owner may have hit something. Once I found a crack in a rear wheel on my old car, turned out the other wheel had a crack too so whatever happened, both took the same impact. Only one crack in each so I had them fixed, but yours have multiple cracks so they're probably scrap now. Maybe it's a good excuse to look for some nice aftermarket wheels. You'll make a bit of money back by selling your fronts.
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