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2015 Genesis 5.0 - Rear Tires on Front Damages

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Bought some new tires at Discount Tires, was in waiting area and saw they were pulling my car out, the moment it moved about 1ft there was a nasty grinding noise. The employees stopped and check around to make sure the jacks were clear, then they moved another foot with another grinding noise. It turns out they had put the wrong size tire 245 on the rear wheels (19x9) and the rear wheel on the front, causing the inside of the wheel to rub against the control arm and shaved a good portion of the finish off.

They apologized and fixed their mistake, and but stated that there was just a scratch on the control arms (both in the front). I had them file a case regardless. What damages should I look for because of this issue, as in checking my wheels, the inside are severely scratched, I don't have enough visibility to see whether or not it caused a bend. Could there be potential damages to the control arms also? Did not have a chance to drive vehicle around much today as it was pouring rain but will try tomorrow.
 
Control arms are probably fine, I'd be more worried about the brake lines and wheel sensor wires being scrubbed on.

I would push for full replacement of the rear wheels at minimum, they're compromised at this point since some serious force was needed to tighten them down onto the control arms. They're aluminum and considerably weaker than the control arms.
 
I'd take it by the dealer and have it looked at. If repairs are needed, they can give you the quote.
 
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