Why Is My Car Shaking?

Wheel Issues 

One of the most common reasons why your vehicle is vibrating or shaking comes down to its wheels. Your model’s wheels work hard and are the only thing separating your vehicle from the ground, so when there are issues, you’re bound to feel them.

This can include unaligned wheels, worn wheel bearings, damaged tires, or faulty rims. To see if your car’s wheels are the culprit, schedule an inspection at our service center as soon as possible. Putting it off may result in dangerous situations on the road as well as more damage to your vehicle.

Engine Problems

As you know, your engine also plays a big (if not the biggest) role in your vehicle’s performance—and there are a couple of engine issues that result in a shaking car.

First is worn-out motor mounts. These rest between your engine and the engine bay, helping to prevent engine vibrations throughout the body of your vehicle. If these begin to wear down, you’ll likely feel shaking, especially when the engine uses more power.

A vibrating vehicle could also be caused by work spark plugs. If they have reached the end of their lifespan, they might interfere with your engine’s firing order. Luckily, both issues can be resolved quickly.

Steering Troubles

Your model’s steering column is essential when driving, as it helps keep your vehicle turning smoothly. However, if there is an issue with the components in this system, it can lead to a shaking steering wheel.

This is also true when the power steering is faulty. Although, you will likely only feel strong vibrations or shaking when you are turning.

Faulty Suspension 

If your vehicle’s suspension needs some extra attention, it will let you know by causing the vehicle to vibrate. Not sure this is the root cause of the issue? Other signs of an ill-working suspension include loose shocks or struts, damaged tire rods, and poor alignment.

Transmission Fluid

Much like oil is to your engine, transmission fluid makes sure your car’s transmission is fully lubricated, clean, and cooled. When there isn’t enough fresh, clean fluid, metal parts will rub together causing grinding, which may also lead to a shaking vehicle.

If transmission fluid is the reason for your vibrating set of wheels, you’ll likely notice it more when you accelerate your car.