- Your vehicle rides rougher than usual. Struts help to absorb bumps and vibrations from the road, so when they start to wear out, you'll feel more of these bumps and vibrations in the cabin of your vehicle.
- Your vehicle leans to one side when braking or turning. This is a common sign that one or more of your struts has failed.
- Your tires wear unevenly. When struts start to wear out, they can cause the tires to wear unevenly. This can lead to premature tire replacement and other suspension problems.
- You hear a clunking or knocking noise when you drive over bumps. This is another sign that your struts are worn out.
- Your vehicle is sagging in the front or rear. This can be a sign that the struts are no longer providing enough support for the vehicle.
- You feel a loss of control when driving. Worn struts can make it difficult to keep your vehicle in a straight line and can also cause the vehicle to wander or fishtail.
- Your vehicle's headlights are pointing down. This can be a sign that the struts are no longer providing enough support for the vehicle, causing the front end to sag and the headlights to point downward.
- Your vehicle feels unstable when braking. This can be a sign that the struts are no longer providing enough support for the vehicle, causing the vehicle to nosedive when braking.
- Your vehicle vibrates excessively at high speeds. This can be a sign that the struts are no longer providing enough support for the vehicle, causing the vehicle to bounce and vibrate at high speeds.
If you notice any of these signs, it is important to have your vehicle's struts inspected as soon as possible. Worn struts can cause a variety of problems, and can also be dangerous.
