Subaru Wheel Buyer's Guide

Wheels are straightforward parts, but they can still fail. When that happens, you need to know what to do. Should you repair your wheel or replace it? Should you replace one OEM wheel or buy a set of aftermarket wheels? We put together this buyer's guide to answer the most common questions Subaru owners have about wheels.

How Do I Find A Leak In My Wheel?

Did you know that wheels can leak? It's possible for a wheel to get a small hole or fracture. When that happens, air leaks out and that can lead to a flat tire. If you have a hunch that your wheel is leaking (rather than the tire), this tutorial will help you confirm it. Finding a wheel leak is a ridiculously easy process. All you need is to mix together some water and dish soap and then spray it all over the wheel. If there's a leak, bubbles will form in that area.

Is It Cheaper To Repair Or Replace Wheels?

When you have a damaged wheel, you have two options:

  1. Repair it
  2. Replace it

If you're not sure which option is the better one in your situation, this guide can help you. It goes over the factors to consider, including:

  • The type of damage: Which part of the wheel is damaged, and is there structural damage?
  • Your budget

Should I Replace One Subaru OEM Wheel Or Buy A Set Of Aftermarket Wheels?

OEM subaru wheels

Another decision to make is whether to replace one OEM wheel or buy a set of aftermarket wheels. This post explores the pros and cons of each option. To sum it up, replacing only the damaged wheel with an OEM part is the much better option because:

  • It's cheaper
  • OEM wheels last longer
  • OEM wheels keep your Subaru's resale value up
  • It's less wasteful

Check Out Some Of Our Other Buyer's Guides

Looking for more information about other car parts? We have many different buyer's guides in our blog! Here are a couple of them: