I hit a curb-no alignment issues, but a good size gash...?

Question

I have a 2003 jeep grand cherokee and hit the curb while parallel parking. There is no issues other than the tire got scrapped up pretty bad. There is three gashes-two which seem to just be superficial, and one that you can begin to see the threads...do I need a new tire? And if so, it is OK to drive short distances around town for a few days?

Answer 1

i have a 03 dodge durango and did kind of the same thing thers on black rubber on parts of my tire side wall andi have been driving it like that for about a year and i drive fast and have had no problems

Answer 2

The safest  thing to do is put the spare on and have the tire looked at. If needed ,replace it when you can . The space savers are better than suggested, your Grand Cherokee probably has a reg spare anyway.  

Answer 3

You should replace it immediately.  Side wall damage could result in a blow out.  

Answer 4

If you keep it at pretty low speeds isn't too dangerous. Take it easy when you're cornering too. It could blow at any time from what you described. Definitely get a new tire ASAP, and hopefully you have at least a space-saver, and jacking equipment?

Answer 5

If you can see the threads you are going to need a new tire.  Side wall damage cannot be repaired.  A 2003 Jeep should have a full size spare, put it on immediately then get the bad tire replaced as soon as you have the money, prob $100 (give or take).  Change the tire it is very dangerous, don't play with your life by driving and endangering those around you.