Bent rims

New 13 access cab 4x4. Had some serious vibration shaking the steering wheel at 110km/hr. got much better over the next couple days but didn't go away.

Figured flat spotting from sitting on the lot, and that one or more tires had taken a permanent set.

Turns out the two front rims were bent and replaced under warranty.

Still isn't what I'd call perfect, but what's left is so slight and intermittent I can't see the dealer acknowledging it. Very likely 'normal' reaction to road surface. 90+% now very smooth running.

Anyone else had bent rims (steel rims) ? No signs of being hit. Wondering what may have caused it. Dealer was surprised. Hadn't seen this before.

 

I've never heard of bent wheels before.