2001 Chevy Impala WHATS WRONG

2001 CHEVROLET IMPALA
983,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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YOUNGLOVEK
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I know there is something wrong, but I am afraid to just go to a shop, being a woman i have been ripped off before. When i need to brake, especially at high speed my steering wheel shakes so bad, now i feel it at the pedal also in my driver seat. I know it is not safe regardless of what my husband says. I need to travel about 400 miles, leaving in 3 days.

What is your recommendation??

Thanks so much
Kate
Nov 24, 2009 at 5:49 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Yes, I would have it checked out before a long trip. It could be a warped brake rotor, or a loose suspension component like a outer tie rod, ball joint, bearing. Any of these that fail could cause injury.

Find a local ASE shop, I prefer local business as opposed to a chain. Check references, BBB, chambe of commerce.
Nov 24, 2009 at 8:21 AM