Why Are My Brakes Grinding?

Are your brakes making grinding noises on your Macon commute? If you hear your brakes grinding, it’s cause for immediate concern and likely indicates faulty brakes. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, faulty brakes are responsible for up to 25% of accidents. Take a moment to learn about the different problems associated with hearing brakes grinding when stopping vs. brakes grinding when driving. Then, schedule a service appointment at Five Star Ford Warner Robins for assistance!

Why Are Your Brakes Grinding When Stopping?

Why are your brakes grinding? The first step to answering this question is determining whether your brakes are making a grinding noise while stopping or driving, as these different scenarios indicate different sets of issues. Here are the most common causes of brake grinding noises while stopping:

• Your brake pads wear down over time. Why are your brakes grinding when stopping? As they run out of rubber, they’ll begin to squeal. And when they’re completely out of padding, you’ll hear brake grinding when stopping.
• If your brakes are grinding and the sound is particularly sharp, it’s possible that your rotors are warped. However, it could just mean your calipers need to be replaced. If you hear rumbling, you probably need to replace your whole brake system.
• If you only hear your brakes grinding when you stomp on your brakes, it’s probably just your Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and not a cause for concern.

Why Are Your Brakes Grinding When Driving?

Are your brakes grinding while driving on the streets of Perry? If so, it’s likely that a rock is wedged somewhere around your rotor. We don’t recommend you fix the issue yourself, as you may damage your braking system. Fortunately, we can easily fix this problem quickly and affordably.

Let Five Star Ford Warner Robins Keep You Safe on Bonaire Streets

Are your brakes making grinding noises? Let our mechanics get to the root of why your brakes are grinding. Call our our service center at (478) 310-6743 to arrange an appointment, and a tow if necessary. We’ll discover the reason why you’re hearing your brakes grinding and quickly resolve any issues, keeping you, your vehicle, and other drivers on the road safer. While you’re here, read several of our other handy guides, like our overview of all the things that can cause your transmission to slip and our truck maintenance checklist!