Hit a Pothole Hard? Visit Our Auto Repair Shop in Centerville OH
Despite your best efforts to avoid hitting potholes, they can seemingly come out of nowhere and wreak havoc on your driving experience. Once that happens, the worries undoubtedly set in as you wonder what damage may have occurred from the sudden jolt. Fortunately, you can set by worries aside by simply coming to our shop to see if all is well. During your visit, your Centerville, OH mechanic will perform a full digital inspection to check for all the following types of pothole damage.
Rim and Tire Damage
When you hit a pothole hard, your rims and tires bear the brunt of the impact. As a result, you may end up with a flat tire right away due to a bent rim or punctured tire. You’re more likely to notice the damage later, however, as you inspect the wheel upon arriving at your destination.
To avoid issues later on down the road, you’ll want to look for tire bulges, cracks in the rim, and any other apparent defects. If you notice any of those problems, you’ll want to stop driving your car until you get the damage fixed.
Wheels Out of Alignment
If your car starts pulling to one side after hitting a pothole, the impact may have knocked your wheel alignment out of spec. Your tires won’t track the same when that happens, resulting in a battle between you and your steering wheel.
Beyond that, your tire wear will undoubtedly accelerate, leaving you having to replace your tires earlier than expected. With a quick visit to the shop, your auto tech can adjust your alignment and get your tires tracking the road together once again.
Bent Suspension and Steering Parts
In many cases, a significant pothole incident can leave your suspension and steering parts entirely out of whack. You’ll then experience obvious wheel alignment issues, poor ride quality, and a rather unsafe driving experience.
Suspension and steering parts that often need replacement after impacts include:
- Shocks and struts
- Springs
- Control arms
- Tie rod ends
- Ball joints
- Steering knuckle
To figure out which parts need replacement, your mechanic must perform a complete visual inspection. They will look for bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged parts and then note them on the inspection sheet for your review. You can then authorize the repairs to get your car driving right again and continue your travels without further delay.
Need to Visit Our Centerville, OH Auto Repair Shop? Call Today
If you’ve recently hit a pothole, call our team at 937-428-6040 to schedule a visit to our auto repair shop in Centerville, OH. Our team is happy to help you find a great time to swing by for an inspection and repairs. We’re always here to figure out what’s going on with your car and ensure that it’s safe, comfortable, and outright enjoyable to drive. So, please feel free to call whenever you need your car looked over by our team at C’s Autohaus.
