5 Signs You Urgently Need To Get Your Brakes Replaced

Driving an unsafe vehicle not only puts you at risk, but puts other road users at risk too. From other drivers to cyclists and even pedestrians. Driving with worn or unsafe brake pads is not a good choice, so it’s important to be aware of how your brakes are doing. Our guide is here to help you spot the signs that you may need a brake pad replacement. Read on to find out more!



5 Signs Your Brake Pads Aren’t Working Properly

Being aware of these signs will help keep you and other road users safe. Not to mention, it will help keep your car healthier too!

Squealing Noise

One of the most noticeable signs that something is wrong with your brakes is if you hear a high pitched squealing noise. This is a big indicator that something isn’t quite right, as many modern brakes are now fitted with ‘wear indicators’ This feature creates a noticeable squealing noise to tell you when your brakes may be in need of a replacement.

Clicking Noise

Your brake pads should be firmly screwed in, so if you hear any kind of clicking, or rattling sounds, then this could be a sign that something has come loose within your brakes. You should definitely take your car to a professional just in case there is a problem (which could also be non-brake related).

Pulling To One Side

If your car is pulling to one side, this could also be a sign that your brake pads are in need of a replacement. This could be occurring because of your brake pads. They don’t necessarily always wear down at the same rate, so your car may be pulling slightly to one side as a result of this.

Stopping Time

‘Brake fade’ is the term used to describe your stopping time becoming longer as your brakes start to wear down. This can make driving extremely dangerous because your stopping time and distance will be changing when you need to bring your car to a complete stop.

Vibrating

Sometimes when pressed down, the brakes in your car will vibrate and this is another bad sign. When your brake pads wear down, the adhesive keeping them in place gets smeared. Combined with friction, this adhesive can get overheated and in turn, overheat your brake pads. If you feel a vibrating sensation coming from your pedals, you should get it check out straight away.

Acorn Tyres

If you think you might be in need of a car brake repair or a brake service, here at Acorn Tyres we provide a range of MOT testing and car maintenance services.

To find out more information or more about what we do, feel free to contact us today to speak to our team directly!