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Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 8/7/2007 10:11:27 AM

Craig

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After about a month of driving and several car washes I have noticed that the wheels look dirty. I tried cleaning them by hand with water and a towel and it appears that the "dirt" is beneath the protective finish. It looks like a mottled pattern of brake dust. I saw a post on another Mazda forum and was curious if anyone here has had the same problem.

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Craig

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 8/7/2007 5:04:40 PM

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Craig
After owning for about 3 weeks and 5 washes, wheels still look good, but I will keep an eye on it

J.B

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 8/8/2007 9:24:10 AM

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Mine still look decent and I handwash my vehicle so would notice if anything wasnt right. Will definitely keep an eye on that though and post if I see anything change.

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 8/8/2007 4:51:54 PM

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Did you noticed that the fellow who had the problem said that that the dealer and MAZDA were replacing the wheels?....follow up with the guy it may be helpfull to you...

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 10/24/2007 1:45:31 PM

Craig

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My dealer just looked at my wheels and they have to check with their rep for a claim.

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 12/28/2007 2:55:48 PM

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quote:

ORIGINAL: Craig

After about a month of driving and several car washes I have noticed that the wheels look dirty. I tried cleaning them by hand with water and a towel and it appears that the "dirt" is beneath the protective finish. It looks like a mottled pattern of brake dust. I saw a post on another Mazda forum and was curious if anyone here has had the same problem.

Thank you,
Craig

Craig, I too am having this same problem. I have just discovered it today on my 2008 CX9. I have called the dealer and they said to bring it in and have them look at it. Please let me know of your outcome and I will do the same. Ryan.

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 2/10/2008 6:38:45 PM

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I have read this problem on another forum. It seems that there was a bad batch of rims that have impurities beneath the clear coat. Take them in and have them replaced.

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 3/26/2008 1:38:19 PM

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I have the same problem and Mazda is replacing the rims under warranty.

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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty - 7/6/2008 12:35:28 PM

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As a follow-up to my dirty wheel problem, my dealership did own up to the issue and replaced all four wheels and rubber with an exact CX-9 on his lot. I have had no issues with the new wheels so far and have washed the car at least once a week or two since.

Craig

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