How do I claim for pothole damage to my tyres?

Claiming for pothole damage

If a pothole has damaged your tyres or wheels, you may be able to claim compensation from the authority responsible for maintaining the road.

What you need

• Photographs of the pothole, including something for scale (e.g. a ruler or coin)
• Photographs of the damage to your tyre or wheel
• The exact location — road name, direction of travel, and nearest landmark
• Date, time and weather conditions
• Repair or replacement receipt

Where to claim

• Local council for local roads
• National Highways (formerly Highways England) for motorways and major A-roads

Report the pothole through the relevant authority's website and submit your claim with the evidence listed above. Success varies and councils may reject claims if they can show the road was recently inspected.