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2024 BMW i4 eDrive40 — inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest of tire

EVGeek62Community StarterJul 27, 20262024 BMW i4 eDrive40Nationwide
Front tires look fine from the outside but the inner shoulders are nearly done. Car is lowered a little. I'd rather fix the alignment than just keep buying tires—what measurements should I ask the shop for besides toe? Any data points from owners would help.
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DetailTunerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 BMW i4 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
OldSchoolDetailer28Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 BMW i4, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide. Just my two cents from doing this recently. Make the next action something you can finish this week. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
EVGeek62Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2024 BMW i4. That's my plan before I call anyone.
OldSchoolDetailer28Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 29, 2026permalink
Same neighborhood, different next step: On the 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide. Just my two cents from doing this recently. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
OldSchoolDetailer28Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 BMW i4 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. I'd rather be boring and correct. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
RustNomad51Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Monthly payment math is how wallets disappear. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
RotorGalCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 BMW i4, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
EVGeek62Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 27, 2026permalink
Thanks — that narrowed it. I'm going to try the simpler check on the 2024 BMW i4 first. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
DetailTunerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Not convinced that's the whole story. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 BMW i4, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
BatteryWrenchCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. Then you'll know the next fork. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. The universe charges extra for guessing. That's my plan before I call anyone.
BatteryWrenchCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
I'd push back a little: Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 BMW i4 before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. Monthly payment math is how wallets disappear. I've seen both outcomes, which is why I'd test instead of assume. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
EVGeek62Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2024 BMW i4. I'm in no rush to be a hero on it.
OldSchoolDetailer28Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 BMW i4 before a big repair or a big spend. That's where I'd start. This is from a 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. Worth doing even if the car feels fine right now. I'll update if anything new shows up.
TurboDadCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 BMW i4 before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. Verbal 'we'll take care of it' is not a plan. I'll update if anything new shows up.
BatteryWrenchCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 29, 2026permalink
Agree — and I'd add this: On the 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. The universe charges extra for guessing. Wrote this up on my lunch break.
TurboDadCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 BMW i4, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. I'd do that before spending real money. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
RotorGalCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 BMW i4 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. Happy to compare notes if your setup is different. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
RustNomad51Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Not convinced that's the whole story. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 BMW i4, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. The universe charges extra for guessing. A day of patience here is cheaper than a wrong part. If the story changes I'll post the new data.
EVGeek62Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 29, 2026permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2024 BMW i4. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
RustNomad51Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “inside shoulder wearing much faster than rest,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2024 BMW i4 in Nationwide. Monthly payment math is how wallets disappear. That's my plan before I call anyone.
EVGeek62Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
I parked the 2024 BMW i4 and wrote down what I already tested so I'm not repeating myself. I'll update if anything new shows up.
TurboDadCommunity StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 BMW i4 before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. I'd want that in writing, not as a promise. Your commute and mine probably aren't the same, but the test still applies. Doing the boring step first on purpose.
EVGeek62Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
I parked the 2024 BMW i4 and wrote down what I already tested so I'm not repeating myself. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
RustNomad51Community StarterCommunity StarterJul 28, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 BMW i4 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. The universe charges extra for guessing. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
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