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How often should you change your tie rods?
My car’s steering has been acting up lately, and my friend said it might be the tie rods. But when I looked online, it said that my tie rods should last the life of my vehicle. How often should you change your tie rods?
Bonnie Stinson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Tie rods– a crucial part of your car’s steering system – are considered wearable parts, meaning they will eventually wear out. While tie rods are built to last the life of your vehicle, that doesn’t mean they won’t wear out and need replacing at some point.
If you drive your vehicle on rough roads frequently, or you drive in harsh weather a lot, chances are your tie rods will degrade faster than if you did a lot of smooth driving. In general, most vehicle manufacturers recommend having your tie rods checked every 15,000 miles to ensure they’re in good working condition.
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