Top 10 Common Car Problems

Everyone at some point or another has had trouble with their vehicle. It usually comes at an unexpected and extremely inconvenient time too: when your late for work, need to meet an old friend for dinner, or just spent your savings on Christmas gifts for the kids. Maybe it's exhaust smoke or no pressure from the fuel pump. Hopefully if this has happened to you it was just a minor problem but let’s face it, even minor car problems end up costing hundreds of dollars out of your pocket. Out of all the possible car problems you could have, the most common (and thankfully one of the easiest to fix) is a flat tire. Hopefully you’ll have a spare and hopefully someone has taught you how to use that contraption in your trunk.

The second most popular car problem is said to be worn brakes which is also another easy fix. Maybe it’s not something you can fix on the side of the road, but at least your bill at the mechanic shop won’t be completely unexpected. The next most common issue with cars is an electrical problem which can be one of many things. It could be something simple like a blown fuse in the dash. Another common electric problem is your key failing to start the ignition which leads us into the fourth most common car problem: ignition trouble. This could be one of the most annoying issues because it is completely unexpected, and chances are you are our running errands and find yourself stranded with no ride and a huge headache. Unfortunately, ignition problems can range from something minor to very serious and you probably won’t know the extent of the damage until the mechanic gives you that dreaded call.

Number five is worn shocks, which can create a bumpier ride than normal. Number six? Dead batteries can be caused by age, but many times they are caused by us overusing them. Ever forget to turn off an interior light when leaving the car for the night? How about charging a phone or listening to the radio while the cars off? Both of these can hurt the life of your battery. After reviewing this list, it seems you can either be prepared for many of these issues (knowing how to use a spare tire) or they can be avoided through proper maintenance. Check below for the rest of the top 10 list!

7. Low Oil
8. Car Bulb Failure
9. Cracked windshield
10. Bad Serpentine Belt