Skip to content Repair a truck tyre or replace it right away? This article explains when a repair on a heavy-duty tyre (7.5 t and up) is actually allowed, when only replacement will do, what it costs, and how to reach the mobile truck tyre service from LKWHelp24 fast in a breakdown. LKWHelp24 is available around the clock across Germany and specializes in trucks and commercial vehicles from 7.5 tonnes.
Key Points at a Glance
- Specialized in trucks and commercial vehicles from 7.5 t across all of Germany.
- A repair is only possible for damage within the tread area and within allowed limits – always after inspection by the technician.
- Sidewall or shoulder damage, a damaged carcass, or a tyre driven flat: here only replacement is possible.
- Mobile tyre service 24/7 across Germany – response time is usually 30-60 minutes.
- Daytime call-out from €290, truck tyres from R17.5 from €315, night/Sunday/holiday call-out from €549. We always quote the exact fixed price before the technician sets off.
- Fastest way to reach us: WhatsApp +49 160 575 3826 – send your location, our team replies in German, English, Polish and Russian.
Who We Are
LKWHelp24 is a mobile tyre and breakdown service specialized in trucks and commercial vehicles from 7.5 tonnes – tractor units, solo trucks, buses and comparable vehicles, all across Germany, 24/7. We don’t run our own large fleet of service vehicles – LKWHelp24 dispatches jobs through a nationwide network of service partners, so even remote motorway sections are covered.
For emergencies beyond a tyre breakdown – engine failure, accident, recovery – our truck towing service is also on call. Repair work on commercial vehicle tyres follows the technical guidelines of the German rubber industry association (WdK).
Repair or Replace a Truck Tyre: What’s Allowed?
Whether a truck tyre can be repaired is decided solely by the technician after removing the tyre and inspecting it from the inside. As a rough guide:
Usually still repairable (subject to inspection by the technician):
- Punctures from nails or screws, if located in the tread area and within the limits set by the tyre manufacturer (mushroom/combination repair from the inside)
- Slow pressure loss from a limited, clean puncture channel in the tread
Not repairable – replacement only:
- Damage to the sidewall or shoulder area
- A damaged carcass (the tyre’s load-bearing structure)
- A tyre driven flat or noticeably underinflated (run-flat damage)
- Tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6 mm (German StVZO §36)
- Multiple previous repairs at the same spot, cracks, chunking, or heat/fire damage
A real-world example: after a drive-axle blowout on the A1 near Bremen, the technician’s inspection found only replacement was possible – the carcass and rim were both damaged.
Retreading is a separate, common procedure for many truck tyres with an intact carcass – but that’s a different topic, not an acute roadside repair. Tyre maker Continental explains the process in detail in its article on truck tyre retreading (ContiLifeCycle).
Step by Step: Truck Tyre Breakdown on the Motorway
- Secure the scene: Move onto the hard shoulder or a rest area if possible, hazard lights on, put on a hi-vis vest, set up a warning triangle. Nobody stays between the vehicle and the barrier.
- Don’t attempt a DIY repair: A standard car tyre repair kit or puncture sealant is not suitable for truck tyres and cannot replace a proper inspection.
- Contact LKWHelp24: Send your location via WhatsApp to +49 160 575 3826 – motorway, direction of travel, nearest exit or km marker. Also useful: tyre size (e.g. 315/70 R22.5) and which wheel is affected.
- On-site service: The technician is usually on site within 30-60 minutes, inspects the tyre and decides between repair or replacement on the spot – we always confirm the fixed price beforehand, by phone or WhatsApp.
What Truck Tyre Repair Costs
We deliberately don’t publish flat repair prices – the type of damage, tyre size, and effort involved vary too much. What’s fixed is the price of the call-out itself. Tyre maker Michelin also publishes its own technical guide on truck tyre repair:
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Mobile daytime call-out (travel + work) | from €290 |
| Truck tyre from R17.5 | from €315 per tyre |
| Night, Sunday, or holiday call-out | from €549 |
| Repair (if possible) or replacement | fixed price before dispatch |
Our dispatcher always confirms the exact fixed price before the technician sets off – by phone or WhatsApp, no hidden costs. Payment is accepted in cash or by card.
Preventing Tyre Damage: Quick Tips
- Check tyre pressure regularly per manufacturer specs – a short reminder is also in our article on the mobile truck tyre service.
- Visual check before every trip: nails, cuts, bulges, cracks, uneven wear.
- Correct loading and axle weight distribution – overloading causes tyres to overheat.
- Check trailer and semi-trailer tyres just as regularly as the tractor unit.
- Follow the current rules when fitting winter tyres – details in our article on the all-season tyre ban.
FAQ: Common Questions About Truck Tyre Repair
Can I keep driving on a temporarily repaired truck tyre?
An emergency repair is only meant to get you to the next specialist workshop. There, the tyre must be removed and inspected from the inside before a final decision is made on repair or replacement.
How do I know if my truck tyre is still safe?
Sufficient tread depth (legally at least 1.6 mm), no visible fabric, no deep cuts, bulges or cracks, no uneven wear. Not all internal damage is visible from the outside – if in doubt, have a technician inspect it on site. The German inspection body DEKRA also publishes further guidance in its tyre advice section. A real-world example: after a TPMS warning at an A1 rest area near Münster, only an on-site inspection could confirm it was safe to continue.
What information should I have ready when I call or message?
Exact location (motorway, direction of travel, km marker or exit), vehicle type, tyre size (e.g. 385/65 R22.5), and which tyre is affected. The more precise the details, the faster we bring the right replacement tyre.
Does LKWHelp24 really operate around the clock across Germany?
Yes. Our mobile truck tyre service is available 24/7, 365 days a year, nationwide, with a response time of usually 30-60 minutes. More on how it works in our article Emergency Truck Tyre Service Near You.
LKWHelp24 – mobile tyre service for trucks from 7.5 t, 24/7 across Germany. WhatsApp: +49 160 575 3826 · Email: info@lkwhelp24.com
