Four reasons why your steering wheel may vibrate

Driving a car with a vibrating steering wheel is not only uncomfortable but can be very annoying at the same time.

According to Samson Okung, a lecturer of motoring at Lugogo Vocational Training Institute, if a driver ignores the problem for a long time, it could result in premature wear and tear of various parts of the car. He offers a four-point diagnosis of a vibrating steering wheel;  

Misaligned tires 

It's one of the most common reasons for steering wheel vibration. However, you may not notice it when you speed up. The best way to avoid it is to check the tires regularly for the correct inflation and alignment. Misaligned tires are one of the most common causes of wheel vibration.

Unbalanced wheels

Damaged and low-quality tires can lead to the imbalance of the wheels. When it happens, it causes excessive shaking of the steering wheels and sometimes the entire car. However, a lightweight suspension system could be the reason too is the wheels have not been balanced with counterweights.

Suspension issues

You can pinpoint the trouble on the suspension when the steering wheel shakes at high speeds or when you maintain a particular speed. Do the inspection of the suspension system because such shaking normally occurs from corroded parts, worn-out shocks, loose connections, and imbalance of the driveshaft.

Brake problems

Most brake problems could cause the steering wheel vibration. If it shakes when you are slowing down the vehicle, you should check for bad brake discs, loose connections, damaged shocks, and worn brake pads.