Group 1 Hyundai Hub City can help you learn why your vehicle shakes when braking.
One of the worst feelings is when you feel your car shuddering while you are driving. Is it a nail in my tire, did a giant pothole hurt my suspension, or did I break the driveshaft? There are many components that might be the culprit as to why your car is vibrating, and the severity of the potential problems can fluctuate greatly. The most likely cause of the shuddering most often occurs near your car’s wheels and tires. The wheels and tires connect the car to the road, and if anything is out of alignment, you’re going to feel it. It could be a broken control arm or a broken transmission mount. These more severe component failures could leave you with a broken can on the side of the road.
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If you recently installed new tires, then the car shuddering could be caused by the tires not being balanced correctly. Tire balancing is making sure the weight of the tire and wheel is. If you feel the tire shaking when you are driving, it might be a tire that isn’t balanced. If the new tires and wheels are properly balanced, but your car is still shaking, check to make sure the lugnuts are fully tightened, and make sure the tires are inflated to the proper air pressure. If your tires are the cause of the shudder, you should get it looked at immediately.
If your car shakes when you brake, that’s a pretty strong gauge that you should have the brakes checked out. The most likely reason for your steering wheel shake is worn brake rotors. When a driver presses the brake pedal, pieces of metal called brake pads compress against the brake rotors to create friction which will then bring your car to a stop. A smooth rotor surface will give you smooth braking. A warped surface will shudder when braking, kind of like how a brick road feels bumpier than a highway. Other possible causes of the shaking include frozen calipers or damaged shocks. If you notice your steering wheel wobble, bring it to us, and we’ll check it out.
If a vehicle is shuddering before you ever start driving, then there’s a good chance that you have some broken parts. The most obvious causes of your car shaking in idle are:
The Driveshaft has Failed – If not perfectly balanced or damaged, it might cause vibrations
Bad CV joints – Working together with the drive shaft, cv joints get the engine power to the wheels and, if damaged, can be the cause of the vehicle shaking in idle.
Broken Engine Mounts – As the name implies, these components help affix the engine to the vehicle. If they are broken or even damaged, it can allow the engine to engine vibrate.
If you’ve noticed a shudder in your vehicle, then bring it to us for an inspection. Our trained technicians will find the reason for the shudder and get you back on the road.
Group 1 Hyundai Hub City is one of the most trusted places to get vehicle service in the En area. We proudly service all makes and models of cars, trucks, and SUVs. One of our factory-trained experts will inspect your vehicle to determine if there are any necessary repairs and will suggest the best solution for you and your vehicle. Schedule your Santa Fe service online or in person today.
