Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty
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 |
RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty
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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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
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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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
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 |
RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty
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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I have the same problem and Mazda is replacing the rims under warranty.
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RE: Aluminum Alloy Wheels Look Dirty
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 |
Dirty wheels
Does anyone have any contact information or documents relating to having the OEM wheels replaced due to the brake dust stains under the clear coat?
I asked my local dealer to replace my wheels and was informed that they have never seen this problem before. They accused me of using something too strong to clean the wheels. |
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