Acura SLX Steering wheel vibrates or shakes Inspection at your home or office.

Our certified mobile mechanics come to you 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(3,375)

How A Diagnostic Works

Instantly book a certified mobile mechanic to come to you

Mechanic diagnoses the problem and quotes necessary repairs

Your vehicle is ready to go

Fair, upfront & transparent pricing for all services

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to you now.

Customer Ratings

(3,375)

Steering wheel vibrates or shakes Inspection Service

How much does a Steering wheel vibrates or shakes Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a Acura SLX Steering wheel vibrates or shakes Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1998 Acura SLXV6-3.5LService typeSteering wheel vibrates or shakes InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$132.49 - $145.62
1997 Acura SLXV6-3.2LService typeSteering wheel vibrates or shakes InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
1999 Acura SLXV6-3.5LService typeSteering wheel vibrates or shakes InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.52 - $125.67
1996 Acura SLXV6-3.2LService typeSteering wheel vibrates or shakes InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$112.48 - $125.60
Show example Acura SLX Steering wheel vibrates or shakes Inspection prices

In an age where cruise control is available on most cars, the steering wheel has become the main way a driver can control their vehicle on the road. Some manufacturers even offer braking assistance that can detect when a collision is about to happen and apply the brakes automatically. Steering, though, still happens manually for the vast majority of cars on the road.

This is unlike most other functions a driver performs, as the only assistance the vehicle offers is power steering. This means that when there is a problem with a component of the steering system, the driver will often feel it in their hands in the form of vibration, shaking, or general "looseness."

How this system works:

The front wheels of a car perform more than one function. They do the majority of the braking, they put some or all of the power from the engine to the road, and, of course, they do the very important job of steering the car. This means that the steering system has to work around a lot of other components under the hood.

There are a few key components that can be found within almost every steering system:

  • Steering Wheel: The wheel gives the driver control over where they want to go. This also is where you will feel most of your problems. Sometimes the dash will shake along with the wheel.

  • Steering Column: The column is what brings the rotation down to the front wheels. It turns the wheels in the direction you want to go.

  • Steering Gearbox: This is used in older vehicles. The gear transfers the turning from the steering wheel down through the linkage to the wheels.

  • Steering Rack and Pinion: The rack and pinion system is on the majority of newer cars. While this performs the same function as a steering gearbox, it is easier to steer the wheels with this system.

  • Wheels: Wheels are what actually steer the car left and right. Wheels and tires take a beating especially when the roads are not well maintained. Potholes, divots and other surface problems can wreak havoc on your wheels. Sadly, they are often overlooked and abused without a second thought aside from the occasional air-pressure check. This is unfortunate, as the wheels are the most likely culprit in the event of an unusual vibration in the steering wheel.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • The wheels are out of balance or loose. Both loose lugs nut or unbalanced wheels can cause the steering wheel to vibrate, usually becoming noticeable at a certain speed. The shaky steering will typically not be noticeable 5 mph below that speed or 5 mph above that speed.

  • Wheel bearings can cause vibrations when they fail, but you will normally hear a noise if this occurs.

  • Tires are excessively worn or unevenly worn due to suspension problems.

  • Brake rotors are warped or glazed over. This only applies if the vibration occurs when braking.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to determine the source and cause of the steering system issue, and will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

The mechanic will begin by inspecting the wheels and tires, and will then move on to check the steering from inside the car. If nothing seems problematic at that point, they will check under the hood and under the vehicle to see if any steering or suspension components are bent or broken.

How important is this service?

It goes without saying that the steering system is a crucial part of your car's safe operation. Book a mechanic to perform a thorough inspection as soon as possible.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Acura mechanics

Real customer reviews from Acura owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(3,375)

Rating Summary
3,179
94
25
23
54
3,179
94
25
23
54

Dallas

29 years of experience
84 reviews
Dallas
29 years of experience
Acura TL V6-3.2L - Steering wheel vibrates or shakes - Bowie, Maryland
Very good!

Jeffrey

27 years of experience
870 reviews
Jeffrey
27 years of experience
Acura RSX L4-2.0L - Steering wheel vibrates or shakes - Pineville, North Carolina
A pleasure as always. He addresses my concerns and thoroughly explains everything. He never pushes repairs that are not necessary. I highly recommend him to friends, family, and coworkers.

MICHAEL

33 years of experience
184 reviews
MICHAEL
33 years of experience
Acura RL V6-3.5L - Headlight Bulb Replacement (Driver Side Low Beam) - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Take me thru it great guy good mechanic

Jonathan

35 years of experience
487 reviews
Jonathan
35 years of experience
Acura TL V6-3.2L - Alternator Repair - Tampa, Florida
Timely and professional always, highly recommended

Excellent Rating

(3,375)

Rating Summary
3,179
94
25
23
54
3,179
94
25
23
54
Number of Acura services completed
37125+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Acura MECHANICS
1000+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

How to Buy a Personalized License Plate in Delaware
A A personalized license plate can be a fun way to customize your vehicle, and share some of yourself with the world. You can create a custom message for your license plate that will be visible to other drivers, and...
10 Best Stores to Buy Auto Parts in Oakland, California
Automotive technicians rely on auto parts stores to add and replace car parts. The best auto parts shop in Oakland is O’Reilly Auto Parts.
The Best Tool to Eliminate Air Bubbles
Air bubbles can form while mechanics perform service on coolant systems. A vacuum coolant filler helps eliminate this problem to avoid serious damage.

How do I clean the rear park assist sensors?

If your rear park assist sensors get too dirty, the system will not work. When that happens, your electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) will give you a warning saying “CLEAN PARK ASSIST SENSORS”. The park assists sensors are along the...

I touched the positive and negative battery terminals together, now the car has no power at all

Everyone does this at some point. Sounds like there may be an issue with your starter. When you grounded the battery out, those wires are also connected to your starter and could have arced it out. But first, check your...

My car shakes violently when the brakes are applied

Hi Grace. Thanks for contacting us tonight. We are a bit confused by the description of your vibration; so let's provide a bit of detail for you. If the shaking occurs when you are fully stopped, then the shaking issue...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com