- Worn brake pads: Worn brake pads can cause the brake calipers to vibrate, which can in turn cause the steering wheel to shake.
- Damaged rotors: If the brake rotors are warped, damaged or excessively worn, they can cause the brake pads to vibrate, which can lead to a shaky steering wheel.
- Loose lug nuts: Loose lug nuts can cause the brake discs, which can lead to a shaking steering wheel.
- Unbalanced wheels: Unbalanced wheels can cause vibrations that can be felt in the steering wheel.
- Tire issues: Tires with uneven wear or damage can also cause the steering wheel to shake when braking.
Solutions:
- Change the brake pads: If your brake pads are worn, have them replaced with new ones.
- Fix or replace damaged rotors: If your brake rotors are warped, damaged or excessively worn, they should be resurfaced or replaced.
- Tighten lug nuts: If the lug nuts are loose, tighten them to the recommended torque specification.
- Balance the wheels: If the wheels are unbalanced, they should be balanced to ensure that they rotate evenly.
- Replace tires: If the tires are worn or damaged, replace them with new tires.
