What is the problem when the steering wheel shakes during braking?

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VonEvelyn
07/30/25 3:25am
Car steering wheel shaking during braking is mainly caused by the following reasons: 1. This is due to excessive or frequent braking force, which can easily overheat the brake discs and brake pads. When they encounter cold and deform, steering wheel shaking occurs. Generally, replacing the brake discs and brake pads can resolve the symptoms. 2. If there is a problem with the disc brake system, the brake pads and brake discs will vibrate during friction, transmitting the vibration to the tires. The tires will then exhibit slight wobbling, naturally causing some shaking in the steering wheel. 3. The brake discs in disc brakes have very high requirements for flatness. Some inferior brake discs, due to substandard manufacturing processes or uneven thickness, will cause shaking during braking. Dirt on the brake pads or brake discs, or some deformation, can also lead to tire wobbling.
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