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What are the reasons for a new car's steering wheel being misaligned?

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StMalachi

07/24/25 7:52pm

The reason for a new car's steering wheel being misaligned is inconsistent tire pressure among the four tires. The function of the steering wheel is to convert the force applied by the driver to the edge of the steering wheel into torque and then transmit it to the steering shaft. It mainly consists of a skeleton, foam, and corresponding installation clips or screw holes for the driver's airbag (DAB). The steering wheel is generally connected to the steering shaft via splines, and its function is to convert the force applied by the driver to the edge of the steering wheel into torque and then transmit it to the steering shaft. When using a larger diameter steering wheel, the hand force required by the driver can be reduced. The steering intermediate shaft serves as a connecting component between the steering gear and the steering shaft, facilitating the standardization of the steering gear, compensating for errors during manufacturing and installation, and making the installation of the steering gear and steering wheel more reasonable in the vehicle.

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RyanMarie

08/11/25 10:53am

I've encountered the issue of an off-center steering wheel. On the very day I picked up the car and drove it home, I noticed it was pulling to one side. Upon reflection, it was likely a minor assembly deviation from the production line—the angle between the steering wheel and the steering column wasn't properly aligned. With a brand-new car, it's crucial to pay special attention to the suspension system. If the car experiences severe jolts during transportation, it might deform the tie rods, and if this isn't caught during pre-delivery inspection, the car will drive crooked. Also, a heads-up on tires: a pressure difference exceeding 0.2 bar among the four tires can cause the car to pull. Using a tire pressure gauge is the easiest way to check. If you face this issue, don't try to force the steering wheel straight yourself—just head to the dealership for a four-wheel alignment to adjust the toe angle. It takes about half an hour and is usually free. And when parking daily, avoid scraping against curbs too often; they're particularly harsh on the steering tie rods.

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