Detached Tractor-Trailer Tire Strikes Vehicle on Hwy 501 in Conway, SC

Conway, SC (June 15, 2026) – A vehicle was struck by a tire that detached from a passing tractor-trailer on West Highway 501 in Conway early Monday morning, June 15.

One person was transported to a hospital with injuries following the accident. No names, ages, or further details about those involved were confirmed in the initial report.

Horry County Fire Rescue responded to the scene, and the South Carolina Highway Patrol is investigating the wreck.

We hope the person hurt receives the care needed and makes a full recovery.

Who Is Liable When a Truck Tire Causes a Crash in Conway, SC?

When a tire detaches from a tractor-trailer and strikes a passenger vehicle in Conway, liability may extend beyond the truck driver to include the trucking company, a tire manufacturer, or a maintenance contractor, and identifying all responsible parties early is one of the most important steps those hurt can take.

In South Carolina, trucking companies have a legal duty to ensure their vehicles are properly maintained and that all components, including tires, are in safe operating condition before a truck enters the road. A tire detachment is rarely accidental; it typically points to a failure in maintenance, inspection, or the tire itself, and that failure can form the basis of a negligence or product liability claim depending on what the investigation ultimately reveals about the cause.

The evidence needed to establish liability in a detached tire crash is often held by the trucking company, and some of it may be subject to retention policies that allow it to be discarded within a short window after the incident. Tire inspection records, maintenance logs, driver pre-trip inspection reports, and the tire itself are among the most critical pieces of evidence in this type of claim.

Beyond the trucking company, the tire manufacturer may also bear responsibility if a defect in the tire's design or construction contributed to the detachment. Product liability claims in South Carolina allow those hurt by defective products to pursue compensation from the manufacturer regardless of whether the trucking company was also negligent, potentially widening the scope of available recovery.

A lawyer may be able to send a formal legal hold notice to the trucking company as early as possible, requiring the preservation of those records before they are lost or destroyed. Acting quickly on this front can make a meaningful difference in the strength of a potential claim, particularly in cases where the cause of the tire detachment is disputed.

A car accident lawyer may be able to help those hurt evaluate all potential sources of liability, identify all applicable insurance coverage, and ensure that any resolution reached reflects the full scope of medical expenses, lost income, and other losses tied to this type of crash.

If you were hurt in a truck-related crash in Conway or anywhere in Horry County, The Arndt Law Firm is available to review your situation and help explain the legal options that may apply to your case. Call (843) 310-4645 to speak with our team today.

Note: This post has been prepared using information gathered from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently verified. If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact The Arndt Law Firm so we can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.

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