Steering & Suspension
Your car’s steering and suspension system is made up of a number of different components to help ensure a smooth drive. However, problems with this system can be a nuisance and cause all kinds of damage to your vehicle, so it’s important to book in for steering and suspension repairs with Halfords at the first sign of trouble.
About Our Steering & Suspension Checks
The steering and suspension is a complex system made up of a number of different components which connect the body of a car to the wheels. This system reduces any vibrations from uneven road surfaces, as well as allowing you to control the direction of your vehicle, making it a pretty vital car system. However, wear and tear, frequently driving on poor road surfaces and uneven tyre pressure can cause damage to your steering and suspension and have an impact on the way your car drives.
Some signs that your steering and suspension may need repairing include: Increasingly bumpy journeys, Difficulty steering, Car pulling to one side, Uneven tyre treads.
If you notice any of these signs whilst driving, it’s important to book your car in to have any steering and suspension issues diagnosed and rectified or check some of the most common issues with our abnormal tyre wear guide. At Halfords, we offer a free suspension and steering check to diagnose any problems and provide you with a no-obligation quote for any repairs that are required. So don’t let steering and suspension problems drive you round the bend - visit your local Halfords Autocentre today to get your car running smoothly again.
FAQs
There could be any number of reasons to book a suspension check. You might have noticed that your car isn't as stable as it used to be, or you may have bought a used car that needs a check-up.
In any case, it's important to service suspension when required, as it improves safety and prolongs the lifespan of your car.
Our technicians are experts and they only use top-quality, original-spec parts. This means we are able to guarantee suspension repairs for 12,000 miles or 12 months (whichever is soonest).
We can carry out all kinds of repairs on any make or model of car. Whether you need front end suspension repair or your car could do with a suspension fork service, our friendly ATA-trained experts will explain the problem and provide you with a free, no-obligation quote.
The cost to repair suspension varies depending on the issue and the parts required. We'll always let you know the problem before we start work.
If you notice frequent fluid loss or difficulty steering, it could indicate a leak or other issue with the power steering system, which may require professional attention.
Our helpful experts will put your mind at ease by getting this checked and topped up for you (additional cost).
Hearing a noise when turning the steering wheel at low speeds can indicate various issues with your car’s steering, suspension, or lubrication systems.
Our helpful experts will put your mind at ease by identifying any issues and providing a non-obligatory additional works quote to get your vehicle back up to standard. .
Potholes can cause significant damage to your vehicle, even if they don’t appear to be severe. Some signs of damage may not be immediately obvious.
Our helpful experts will put your mind at ease by thoroughly checking the condition of the vehicles Tyres, Steering, Suspension and Wheel Alignment. We will be able to provide you with a non-obligatory quote for any works identified and our quotes can be used as part of an insurance claim.