BMW is a leading car manufacturer competing with the likes of Mercedes Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, and Škoda. Like all car brands though, your BMW can still have occasional problems—such as unusual steering wheel vibrations. It’s important therefore to maintain regular services and maintenance to keep your BMW enjoyable and safe to drive.

If you’ve noticed shuddering or vibrations from your steering wheel, there are a number of possible causes such as:

Worn Control Arm Bushings

These are made from rubber and can deteriorate over time, in which case they need to be replaced. When these wear out they can cause shuddering vibrations that you feel through your steering wheel. Other symptoms of worn control arm bushings include uneven tyre wear and decreased breaking performance and overall stability.

Poor Wheel Alignment

A problem with your wheel alignment is often a quick fix, but left unchecked it can have a drastic impact on vehicle handling. If you’ve noticed uneven or rapid tyre wear, noisy steering, squealing tyres, or your car pulling to one side then it’s likely you need a wheel alignment.

Warped Brake Rotors

Warped brake rotors are another possible cause for steering wheel shuddering. Other signs and symptoms could be squeaky brakes or grinding noises. If you have any concerns simply book in with our expert BMW mechanics at Auto Studio and let us isolate the problem for you.

If you’ve experienced any of these symptoms, it’s important to have one of our professional mechanics assess and identify the issue. Our team at Auto Studio, an RAA-approved garage in Adelaide, are experts in European vehicles and will have you back on the road in a safe and reliable car. Get in touch if you have any concerns about your car.