Paint damage due to Handling Package Tires

BPB200967

New member
Nov 19, 2025
2
0
Anyone else experiencing paint damage due to the Pirelli tires the car is equipped with?
I only have 2000 miles on mine and there are probably 100 small paint chips on each side of the car between the door and rear Wheel Well where it flairs out.
Took it to Ford and they say it's not their problem. Asked them if they had a recommendation on how to prevent further damage - No suggestions at all, No help!
So they basically built a car that damages itself if you drive it.
Are these cars not tested before selling them?
I have stopped driving it until I can figure out a guaranteed solution. ?
 
Anyone else experiencing paint damage due to the Pirelli tires the car is equipped with?
I only have 2000 miles on mine and there are probably 100 small paint chips on each side of the car between the door and rear Wheel Well where it flairs out.
Took it to Ford and they say it's not their problem. Asked them if they had a recommendation on how to prevent further damage - No suggestions at all, No help!
So they basically built a car that damages itself if you drive it.
Are these cars not tested before selling them?
I have stopped driving it until I can figure out a guaranteed solution. ?
Mine does that as well without handling pack. Just awesome stuff
 
There is a guy on social media whose son makes mud guards for the front. I bought and installed them and seems to be OK so far
 
His son has a new rear mudguard for the rear he’s working on ! The front work well! I also have a clear coat and paint sealant on my 2025 Ford Dark Horse also!
 
Last edited:
I put a clear vinyl wrap on my DH , just on the front bumper, hood, front quarter panels and kick plates all the way back to the rear quarter panels.
Hopefully that will help from paint chipping, also had them ceramic coat the whole car. Cost me $3.000 I personally think it is worth it, peace of mind after spending all that money for the DH.
Hope this helps !
 
There is a guy on social media whose son makes mud guards for the front. I bought and installed them and seems to be OK so far
Thanks to all for your suggestions. I did buy the aftermarket Guards, and they seem to cover a large enough area to minimize further damage. I still plan on changing the front tires. I hate to, but will probably downsize to at least a 295 which will pull the outer edge in about 3/16 of an inch. May also clear film the lower sill and rear quarter behind the door. Unfortunately damage is done - so I guess I'll just drive it like I stole it and get rid of it in a few years.
 
Back
Top