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Rivian Position Statement: Reconditioned Wheels
I-CAR · January 3, 2025 · Rivian
Summary
Rivian does not support or approve the use of reconditioned wheels that have undergone heating, straightening, welding, material removal, reshaping, or re-plating. The OEM only approves minor cosmetic refinishing limited to surface sanding and paint coating replacement, provided the lug nut and wheel hub mating surfaces are not refinished.
What to do on the job
Do not use reconditioned wheels on Rivian vehicles, and limit any wheel repairs strictly to cosmetic refinishing while keeping lug nut and hub mating surfaces free of paint.
How to use it
Use this position statement to justify the replacement of damaged wheels with new OEM wheels rather than opting for reconditioned alternatives. When performing minor cosmetic wheel repairs, ensure the estimate does not include refinishing of the lug nut or hub mating surfaces, as this is explicitly prohibited by Rivian.
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