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It could but unlikely if it was a curb the tie rod ends and/or balljoints rims and control arms would all be bent before the rack but most likely the car was wrecked

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What can cause bent tie rod ends?

Hitting a serious pothole or slamming a curb will bend it.


What causes a tie rod to bend?

There are many causes for a tie rod on a vehicle to bend. This can occur due to hitting a pothole while driving or a curb.


Can hitting a curb cause your radiator to leak?

Yup! i did it yesterday. All the fluid came out in a matter of seconds. It blows dont ever drive over a curb


Will normal driving cause a tie rod to bend?

No, normal driving will not bend a tie rod. It takes a large shock from a large pot hole, a curb or a collision to bend a tie rod.


Can hitting a curb cause a car battery to stop working?

I seriously doubt it but if you have a really horrible car that you are driving and you hit a curb maybe, but I really do not think so.


What would cause a vehicle to shake after hitting left front tire on curb?

Possible broken a-arm, or bent wheel.


Steering wheel shakes after hitting curb?

You more than likely bent the wheel or you threw a weight off and the tire is out of balance. Have your tires balanced. They will know if you bent the wheel.


What causes a shifted belt on a tire?

Striking a curb, hitting a pothole at higher speeds. Defective Tire. Striking a curb, hitting a pothole at higher speeds.


Can hitting a curb cause wheel bearings failure?

Yes, hitting a curb can cause wheel bearing failure. The impact can create excessive stress and force on the wheel assembly, potentially damaging the bearings or misaligning components. This damage may not be immediate but can lead to premature wear or failure over time. Regular inspections after such incidents are advisable to ensure vehicle safety.


Can a rotor get bent by hitting a curb?

Yes, a rotor can get bent by hitting a curb, especially if the impact is strong enough. When a vehicle strikes a curb, the sudden force can cause misalignment or deformation of various components, including the brake rotor. This may lead to issues such as vibration while braking or uneven wear on brake pads. It's advisable to have the rotor and related components inspected after such an impact.


Does comprehensive auto insurance cover damage to your car from avoiding a deer and then hitting the curb I know it covers damage from hitting an animal but what about damage from avoiding one?

You still had a accident. What you hit was a curb.


Steering wheel shakes when braking at high speed after hitting right tire on a curb also car pulls to the left when i let go of the steering wheel?

It sounds as if your vehicle might have suffered some serious damage when you hit the curb, especially since you hit the right tire but the vehicle pulls to the left. The fact that your vehicle shakes when braking means it may be unsafe to drive. It is possible that the brakes could fail completely when you need them the most. Have your vehicle inspected and repaired by a qualified mechanic immediately. After that, stop hitting curbs.