When driving rear tires feel like they are wobbling

Tiny
BRIAN4747
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  • 2004 DODGE STRATUS
  • 90,000 MILES
When my sons driving, it feels like the back is swaying or wobbling. What could this be? Please and thank you.
Monday, January 21st, 2019 AT 10:35 AM

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Tiny
D6SPAN
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Hi!
My first thought would be to check the wheel studs. They can, in time, become stripped and need to be replaced. The lug nuts should snug down, but if it seems they are spinning, then they are stripped. I would look at your sway bar links at the rear of your vehicle. These are both fairly inexpensive to replace.

Let us know if there is anything further we can help you with!
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Monday, January 21st, 2019 AT 2:39 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

This can happen because you have a tire that is coming apart. Please jack up the rear of the car and spin each tire to see if the tread has a bubble in it. Here is a guide to help raise the car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Monday, January 21st, 2019 AT 5:49 PM

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