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Wheel Stud buying guide — what to know before you buy

Wheel studs are threaded fasteners pressed into the hub that secure the wheel to the vehicle. A broken, stripped, or damaged stud compromises the clamping force on the wheel, risking wheel detachment at speed. Replacement is essential and must not be delayed. Running with even one missing stud is dangerous.

Wheel stud failure causes

Wheel studs fail from over-tightening, cross-threading, impact damage, and fatigue from repeated thermal cycling.

Stud snapped during wheel removal or fitting — often from over-tightening
Thread stripped by cross-threading the wheel nut
Vibration from the wheel area due to uneven clamping
Wheel feels loose despite tightening all visible nuts
Visible damage, bending, or corrosion on the stud threads

Stud replacement

Wheel studs are pressed into the hub flange. Replacement requires removing the brake disc or drum for access in most cases.

Press out the broken stud and press in a new one using a lug nut and washer as a puller
Ensure the new stud is the correct length and thread pitch for your vehicle
Never use adhesive or locking compound on wheel studs
Always torque wheel nuts to the manufacturer's specification with a calibrated torque wrench

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drive with a broken wheel stud?

Temporarily on a very short journey at low speed to a garage, but it is dangerous. The remaining studs carry extra load and may fail. Replace the stud before normal driving.

How are wheel studs replaced?

The broken stud is pressed or knocked out of the hub flange from behind. The new stud is pulled into place from the front using a wheel nut and washers tightened progressively.

What torque should wheel nuts be?

Typically 90-120 Nm depending on the vehicle. Always check your manufacturer's specification and use a calibrated torque wrench. Over-tightening causes stud fatigue and failure.

Why do wheel studs break?

Over-tightening with an impact gun is the most common cause. Cross-threading, corrosion, and fatigue from repeated heating and cooling cycles also contribute.