Why Is My Car Shaking?

It's essential to be in tune with your vehicle when you slide behind the wheel each day. Noticing even the slightest vibration of shaking can save you from needing expensive repairs later on, and your discovery could even prevent an accident at some point. Several problems can cause the issue of a shaking vehicle. BMW of Springfield would like to share with you some of the parts of your car we will inspect if you alert us of a shaking issue when your vehicle is running.

Addressing the Engine

A lot of very intricate parts work together in your engine to keep everything running smoothly. We'll immediately check out your spark plugs to see if they need to be replaced or repaired. You should expect to have them replaced every 80,000 to 100,000 miles anyway, depending on what kind of vehicle you have. We will also look at your air filter to see if any clogs are preventing adequate airflow from getting to the engine.

Brake Problems

Damaged or worn-out brake pads can cause your vehicle to shake, but this also poses a big safety risk to you and the cars around you. You should expect your brake pads to last about 50,000 miles, but they may need replacement more often depending on where and how often you're driving. Your driving habits also affect the quality of your brake pads.

Wheels

You may feel shaking in your wheels when you have an issue that's present, but it's also common to feel the shaking or vibrations in your steering wheel. We'll inspect parts in your wheels like wheel bearings, ball joints, and tie rod ends.

Axles/Driveshaft/CV Joints

Axles on your vehicle need to be working correctly and in perfect alignment to experience a smooth ride. One or both of your axles can become damaged from things that happen during your drive, as well as during an accident. If you're finding that the shaking occurs more when you're accelerating, we very well may discover a damaged axle, CV joint, or driveshaft.

Tire Alignment

Your tires should be aligned correctly to provide a smooth ride and to protect their integrity. They also need to be balanced and inflated to an appropriate PSI level recommended by the manufacturer of your automobile. Our team of mechanics will examine each tire to see what's going on and what needs to be done to fix the shaking.

For the best service in the Springfield area, call our location to set up an appointment. We'll take a look at your vehicle from top to bottom to see what kinds of issues could be contributing to the vibrations that you experience when you're driving along.