Skip the auto shop - Our mechanics make house calls

Q: When driving my car and i am going about 35 or higher in speed my car sways back and forth in the back end.

asked by on

I was told it was a bad sway bar and bad bushings does that sound correct and is it a saftey issue?

My car has 134000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

This is a common concern caused by a broken sway bar or trailing arms in the rear of the vehicle. This is most definitely a safety issue as you may lose control of the vehicle in bad weather or at highway speeds. Consider hiring an experienced technician like one form YourMechanic who can come out and take a closer look at your vehicles suspension for a more personal diagnosis.

Was this answer helpful?
Yes
No
Thank Jerel
Services recommended for this issue
Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection
click for details

Need advice from certified mechanic? Get help now!

Ask question
Over 1000 mechanics are ready to answer your question.
Pontiac
Aztek
2003
V6-3.4L
suspension
The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Ask a Mechanic
(100% Free)

Have a car question? Get free advice from our top-rated mechanics.

Ask A Mechanic
Over 10,000 questions answered!
Related Questions
Q: Have a 1996 pontiac grand am. Need help understanding fault codes. P0102, P0113, P0122, P0135, P0141, P0440
by DomFapsAllDay O
Q: My car key won't turn in the ignition
by Jessica
Q: Only starts if I use starting fluid
by Placida L
Q: Crankshaft sensors
by Ian A
Q: What Can Cause a Vehicle's Suspension To Collapse
by Christian G
Q: car cranks bur wont stay running.
by Decota
  • Home
  • Questions
  • When driving my car and i am going about 35 or higher in speed my car sways back and forth in the back end.

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing

Get a quote

What others are asking

Q: I need an oil pan gasket, I've had a slow leak jiffy lube tells me 2003 Pontiac Aztek

Hi there - yes, it's probably safe to drive with a slow leak; however, increasing the frequency of checking your oil level becomes crucial with a known leak. Checking every day is not unreasonable if the leak is severe. I...
Read more

Q: I put in a new battery. Alternator tested fine with meter. What else could it be? Battery light comes on again.

In order to know if the light is coming on for the alternator you will need to test at the alternator when the engine is at 2,000 rpms to see if voltage goes over 15 volts. If it does then...
Read more

Q: Transaxle makes a loud grinding noise when you accelerate

Of course, first check the fluid level to be sure it is not low but if you are already hearing significant noise, there is probably mechanical damage that will have to be repaired. The problem has to be evaluated during...
Read more

Related articles

P0052 OBD-II Trouble Code: HO2S Heater Control Circuit High (Bank 2 Sensor 1)
P0052 code definition HO2S Heater Control Circuit High (Bank 2 Sensor 1) What the...
Read more
What are the Car Pool Rules in Hawaii?
Hawaii is widely regarded as a land of vacation and relaxation, and as such, its scenic roads and routes are far better known than the state’s freeways. But, as with all...
Read more
P2103 OBD-II Trouble Code: Throttle Actuator Control Motor Circuit High
P2103 means there is a fault with the throttle actuator control motor circuit, likely due to a defective electrical component or part.
Read more

Browse other content

Estimates
Cities
Maintenance
Cars