Warped brake discs are one of the most common causes of car shaking when braking. Brake discs dissipate the heat generated by friction when you brake. If the brake disc is warped, the friction will cause it to wobble, resulting in shaking.
2. Worn-out Brake Pads
Worn-out brake pads can also result in car shaking when braking. Brake pads press against the brake discs to slow down or stop the car. When the brake pads are worn out, they will not be able to grip the brake discs properly. This can cause the brake discs to wobble, resulting in the steering wheel, the car, or both to shake.
3. Damaged Brake Calipers
Brake calipers are the part of the brake system that holds the brake pads in place. If the brake calipers are damaged, they can cause the brake pads to move around or not press against the brake discs properly. This can lead to brake disc wobble and consequent car shaking.
4. Worn Wheel Bearings
Wheel bearings are the bearings that allow the wheels to rotate smoothly. Worn-out wheel bearings can cause a wheel to wobble, which will transmit a shaking motion to the steering wheel and the rest of the car.
5. Loose Lug Nuts
If the lug nuts are loose, the wheel can wobble, resulting in car shaking when braking. This can be a dangerous issue as it can affect your ability to control the car properly.
6. Bent/Damaged Wheels
If your car has bent or damaged wheels, this can also cause car shaking when braking. This is because the bent or damaged areas on the wheel will catch on the brake rotors, causing the wheel to wobble and resulting in shaking.
Conclusion
If your car is shaking when you brake, it’s important to get it checked out by a qualified mechanic or technician as soon as possible, especially if the car is significantly or uncontrollably shaking.
Ignoring any issue that makes your car shake excessively could lead to further damage to your car or, worse, it can compromise your safety and that of other road users.
