What Causes Steering Wheel Vibration in BMW 3 Series?

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DiJasper
07/29/25 4:35pm
BMW 3 Series steering wheel vibration may be caused by the following reasons: Poor tire dynamic balance: During driving, if a tire experiences a strong local impact, it may cause the balance weights to fall off or become damaged, thereby affecting the tire's dynamic balance. When driving at high speeds, the vehicle body and steering wheel will exhibit noticeable vibration, which becomes more pronounced as the speed increases. Significant differences in tire pressure among the four tires: When there is a large difference in tire pressure among the four tires, especially between the left and right tires, the vehicle body will experience noticeable bumps and the steering wheel will vibrate significantly during high-speed driving. Poor four-wheel alignment: When the four-wheel alignment has significant deviation angles, the vehicle body may drift and vibrate during high-speed driving. Additionally, this can lead to uneven tire wear, accelerating tire deterioration and shortening their lifespan.
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