My car pulls to the right when I let go of the steering wheel. I have to constantly correct it to drive straight.
A car pulling to one side is usually caused by wheel alignment, uneven tire pressure, or a brake caliper sticking. Start with the free check: measure tire pressure on all four tires. Even a 5 PSI difference between left and right can cause pulling. Set all tires to the pressure listed on the sticker inside the driver door jamb. If tire pressures are equal and the car still pulls, you likely need a wheel alignment. This is especially common after hitting a pothole or curb. An alignment costs 75 to 120 dollars and takes about an hour. If the car pulls and you also notice the steering wheel vibrating or the car pulling harder when braking, a brake caliper may be sticking. A stuck caliper causes uneven braking force which pulls the car to one side. Caliper repair costs 150 to 400 dollars per side. Test this by driving for 10 minutes, then carefully feeling each wheel hub — a sticking caliper makes that wheel noticeably hotter than the others.
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