Can You Drive with a Broken Hubcap?

Damaged hubcaps should always be replaced before you continue to drive your vehicle. You might damage a hubcap while involved in a serious auto accident or by scraping against a curb or boulder in a parking lot.

Are hubcaps important?

Hubcaps are designed to snuggly fit the hub area of your car's wheels. They're easily snapped into place for a secure fit. When driving, your tires encounter all sorts of dirt and debris. By having hubcaps, you have peace of mind that dirt, rocks, and other debris don't damage your wheels.

Can you drive with a hub cap?

Yes, hub caps can fall off. Even though they're firmly attached to your wheels, they're not bolted on. That means with enough force, hub caps can fall off while you drive without you noticing it.