Tire Blowout Truck Accidents in Texas? Wyatt Law Firm Will Fight for You.
San Antonio’s Fiercest Legal Team for Truck Crash Victims
When a tire blows out on a commercial truck, it can send an 80,000-pound vehicle swerving into traffic, rolling over, or shedding debris across the road. For other drivers, this means catastrophic accidents — from high-speed collisions to pileups and fatal crashes.
In Texas, and especially on the busy roads of San Antonio and Bexar County, tire blowout truck accidents happen more often than many realize. These aren’t fluke accidents. They’re often caused by poor maintenance, overloaded cargo, or worn-out tires — risks that trucking companies have a legal duty to prevent.
Wyatt Law Firm has recovered more than $1 billion for Texans, including victims of tire blowout truck crashes. If you were injured or lost a loved one, we can fight for full compensation, prove liability, and hold the responsible parties accountable. Our case results include truck accident settlements and verdicts of $19.5 million and $4 million, among others. Contact us for a free consultation to learn more about your rights and legal options.
How Tire Blowouts Lead to Catastrophic Truck Accidents
A truck tire blowout doesn’t just cause a flat. It can shred rubber, unbalance the load, and create an uncontrollable vehicle. Blowouts can trigger:
- Sudden Swerving or Lane Departure: The driver loses control as the truck pulls sharply to one side.
- Rollovers and Jackknifes: A blown tire destabilizes the rig, causing it to tip or jackknife across lanes.
- Debris Hazards: Shredded tire pieces strike other vehicles, break windshields, or create obstacles.
- Rear-End Collisions: A truck stops abruptly after a blowout, causing trailing vehicles to crash into it.
- Multi-Vehicle Pileups: High-speed blowouts on interstates or bypass routes lead to chain-reaction crashes.
These are not minor incidents — they are violent crashes caused by preventable failures. A lawyer can help investigate how the blowout happened and who should be held responsible.
Where Tire Blowout Truck Accidents Happen in San Antonio and Bexar County
Blowout-related truck accidents tend to happen where long hauls, heavy loads, and hot road conditions combine. In San Antonio, certain areas are particularly prone to these dangerous incidents.
Crashes often occur in:
- Freight Corridors and Industrial Zones: Near Port San Antonio, Kelly Field, and the East Side, where heavy trucks run constant routes.
- Suburban Routes and Residential Shortcuts: Roads like Military Drive and South Zarzamora Street, where trucks mix with local traffic.
- High-Temperature Zones: Long stretches of Loop 410, I-10, and rural Bexar County roads where heat stresses tires.
- Construction and Work Zones: Routes with debris, uneven surfaces, and tight traffic that strain truck tires.
- Delivery and Warehouse Areas: Early morning and midday delivery windows where overloaded trucks may exceed tire safety limits.
These crashes aren’t just bad luck. They’re often the result of preventable decisions — and an experienced lawyer can help uncover the truth.
Who Is Liable for a Tire Blowout Truck Crash?
Liability in a truck tire blowout crash can extend beyond the driver. Several parties may bear responsibility for failing to prevent the blowout or for allowing a dangerous vehicle on the road.
Potentially responsible parties include:
- The Trucking Company: For neglecting tire inspections, skipping maintenance, or using defective tires.
- The Truck Driver: For ignoring pre-trip checks, continuing with visible tire damage, or failing to stop safely.
- The Maintenance Provider or Mechanic: For improper repairs, poor tire installation, or missed inspections.
- The Tire Manufacturer or Distributor: If a defect or recall issue contributed to the failure.
- The Cargo Loader: For overloading the truck or improperly distributing weight that stresses the tires.
Determining liability requires a thorough investigation into the maintenance records, tire specifications, and events leading up to the crash. Our San Antonio truck accident lawyers have experience in blowout cases and can preserve this evidence while fighting for full compensation.
Common Injuries in Tire Blowout Truck Accidents
Blowout-related crashes often happen suddenly and at high speeds, resulting in severe and life-altering injuries. Victims may face long-term recovery, disability, or fatal injuries. Common injuries include:
- Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs)
- Spinal cord injuries and paralysis
- Crush injuries and multiple fractures
- Internal organ damage and bleeding
- Severe burns or lacerations from debris or fire
- Emotional trauma and PTSD
- Fatal injuries requiring a wrongful death claim
A lawyer can help ensure the compensation reflects not just immediate medical costs, but the full scope of the victim’s physical, emotional, and financial loss.
How Evidence Proves the Cause of a Tire Blowout
Blowout crashes require swift investigation. Tire debris, maintenance logs, and inspection records are often lost or altered after the crash — unless legal action preserves them. Evidence can include:
- Tire Debris and Failure Analysis: Physical evidence of tread separation, puncture, or sidewall failure.
- Maintenance and Inspection Records: Logs showing skipped checks, worn tires, or overdue replacements.
- Driver Pre-Trip Inspection Reports: Documentation of the truck’s condition before the route.
- Cargo and Weight Records: Data showing overloading or uneven distribution that stressed the tires.
- Manufacturer or Recall Information: Identifying defective or recalled tires that should not have been used.
- Surveillance Footage and Dashcams: Video evidence of the tire failure and the crash sequence.
An experienced legal team can act quickly to secure this evidence before it disappears — and to build a compelling case for full compensation.
Contact Wyatt Law Firm After a Tire Blowout Truck Crash
If you or someone you love was injured in a truck crash caused by a tire blowout in San Antonio, Bexar County, or anywhere in Texas, don’t face the insurance company or trucking company alone. Wyatt Law Firm has the resources, experience, and proven track record to hold negligent companies and drivers accountable.
We offer free consultations and work on a contingency basis — meaning you pay nothing unless we win. Let’s talk about what happened, and how we can help you move forward with the strength and determination your case deserves. Contact us today. A member of our team is available 24/7 to help answer your questions.