Why Is My Car Shaking?

Having your vehicle start to shake when you're driving at high speeds can cause you to become distracted from the road. We want to make sure that you're safe, so try to maneuver your vehicle to a safe spot. Contact our service department here at Reliable Nissan to find out what's going on with your car. We'll have you come in so we can inspect several points on your vehicle. We'll determine if service is needed to repair the shaking.

Is Something Wrong With Your Engine?

Your engine is where all the power comes for your vehicle, and some things can go wrong here. Spark plugs should be serviced when your vehicle approaches 80,000 to 100,000 miles. The exact time frame may vary. You can take a look at your owner's manual for a more accurate time frame, or you can check with our service department to see if it's time for spark plug service. Air filters should be replaced once every 15,000 miles or so.

Are Your Brakes Functioning Optimally?

Brake service should be scheduled when your vehicle hits 50,000 miles, but you may have already had our service department address a brake issue if you are a frequent driver who often utilizes their brakes as part of how you drive. Brakes should be looked at with each service appointment that you have at our dealership, and we'll keep you informed on their quality and condition.

What About Your Axles?

People often neglect their axles, but this is part of your vehicle that can commonly become damaged. This is especially true if you've recently been involved in an accident or you have run over something large and unexpected in the road. The shaking may get worse when you accelerate or are moving around a tight turn.

Is It Time for New Tires or Tire Repairs?

Your tires may require an alignment if you have recently had service performed on them. They can also be thrown out of alignment during an accident or by running over something in the road. Potholes are common culprits that can affect your alignment and tires. Our technicians will check your tires to see if your tread is acceptable if your tires are balanced and if everything is nice and tight.

Contact Reliable Nissan if you would like to talk with one of our technicians about the shaking or vibrations that you've been experiencing while driving in your vehicle. We'd be more than happy to schedule you for an upcoming appointment so we can figure out what's going on. Your safety is our priority, and we'll get your vehicle back on the road as soon as we're sure you and others on the road are safe.