Why Are My Brakes Grinding?

Suppose you’re driving around Fort Mill, and you notice a metallic sound coming from your vehicle. You may wonder. “Why are my brakes grinding, and what can I do about it?” The sound indicates that there are issues with your braking system that need immediate attention. The National Highway Safety Administration says that faulty brakes may cause as much as 25% of all road accidents. So, it’s best to schedule service with South Charlotte Chevrolet, but in the meantime, let’s look at some common causes for brakes making a grinding noise.

Brakes Grinding When Stopping

First, notice when you hear your brakes making a grinding noise. If you notice your brakes grinding when stopping, there could be several reasons:

• If you hear the sound of brakes grinding when stopping or slowing down, your brake pads are probably the issue. Over time, brake pads wear down and lose their thickness and start to squeal. It’s also known as “brake scrubbing.” As the pads wear down more, you’ll hear a grinding noise instead of squealing.
• If you hear a sharper grinding noise, it may be that your brake disc and calipers need attention. You might also feel a rumble or shaking in your brake pedal. This may require brake pad replacement or disc or rotor replacement. Contact our service advisors or make a service appointment to be sure.
• If you hear brakes grinding when stopping fully, it might be your ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System). Your ABS will activate when you apply the brakes completely, and again, you might feel it in the brake pedal.

Brakes Grinding When Driving

If your brakes are making a grinding noise while driving around Ballantyne, it may only be rocks and debris bouncing off the caliper and rotor. This is an easy fix, but it’s essential to get it resolved quickly, or the damage could become more severe. You can try to DIY and remove the debris if you have car repair experience, but most Matthews drivers prefer to have our service department take care of it.

Schedule Your Next Brake Service with South Charlotte Chevrolet

Looking for more information on the question, “Why are my brakes grinding?” Our auto pros are always happy to help. We can assist you in ordering the right parts and accessories as well. So, don’t hesitate to contact us today!