🚗 Car Pulling to One Side? It Could Be a Suspension Problem
🚗 Car Pulling to One Side? It Could Be a Suspension Problem
By Andrews Car Centre – Suspension Specialists in Lincoln
Noticed your car drifting or pulling left or right while driving? You're constantly correcting the steering, even on a straight road?
That’s not just annoying — it’s a sign that something could be wrong with your suspension, steering, tyres, or alignment.
At Andrews Car Centre in Lincoln, we help drivers get to the root of these issues quickly — and fix them before they affect safety, tyre wear, or MOT results. Here’s what might be causing your car to pull to one side.
🔧 1. Worn or Damaged Suspension Components
Your suspension system keeps the car stable, level, and absorbing bumps. If one side wears faster, it can cause:
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The car to sit unevenly
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Unbalanced handling
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Pulling to the left or right when driving or braking
Common causes include:
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Worn shock absorbers or struts
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Broken or sagging springs
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Faulty suspension arm or bushes
These issues can worsen over time — and lead to dangerous handling or failed MOTs.
🎯 2. Misaligned Wheels
Wheel alignment is a common (and often overlooked) cause of pulling. If the tracking is out:
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Your steering wheel may feel “off centre”
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The car will drift in one direction
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Tyres may wear unevenly or rapidly
A suspension issue can actually cause your wheels to become misaligned — so it’s important to check both.
🛞 3. Uneven Tyre Wear or Pressure
Tyres with uneven tread or pressure can also create a pulling effect. Causes include:
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Underinflated tyres on one side
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Uneven wear from previous suspension issues
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Mismatched tyre brands or sizes
We’ll check for tread depth, pressure, bulges, and wear patterns during a suspension inspection.
⚠️ 4. Steering Component Wear
Although not part of the suspension system, steering linkages and tie rods often wear alongside it — especially on higher-mileage vehicles. Worn components can:
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Cause steering to feel loose or vague
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Pull the car when turning or accelerating
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Lead to further suspension wear if left unchecked
📋 What We Check at Andrews Car Centre
When you book a suspension or steering check, we’ll inspect:
✅ Springs, dampers, and mounts
✅ Control arms and bushes
✅ Steering linkages and ball joints
✅ Tyre wear and pressures
✅ Wheel alignment and tracking
We use quality parts and can repair most suspension issues same day.
📍 Book a Suspension Check in Lincoln
If your car is pulling to one side, don’t ignore it. Uneven handling doesn’t just affect comfort — it affects braking, tyre wear, and overall safety.
👉 Call now, book online, or visit Andrews Car Centre on Dixon Street, Lincoln for expert suspension checks and honest repairs.
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