Worn or Unsafe Tires FAQs

Yes. Even if a truck’s tires technically meet minimum legal requirements, operating a commercial vehicle with unsafe or excessively worn tires may still constitute negligence under Georgia law, especially in wet or high-traffic conditions.

Liability may fall on the trucking company, vehicle owner, fleet operator, maintenance provider, or employer, depending on who was responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and replacing the tires.

Tire age can be determined using DOT manufacturing codes stamped on the tire sidewall, along with maintenance and inspection records obtained during a truck crash investigation.

Yes. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations require regular inspection and maintenance of commercial truck tires. Failure to comply may establish negligence.

Victims may recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, permanent disability, and wrongful death, depending on the circumstances of the crash.