Why Are My Brakes Grinding?

When squealing and grinding noises interrupt your Omaha commutes, it’s time to ask, “Why are my brakes grinding?” The raucous, metallic sound coming from your brakes alerts you to an issue with your brake system. 

While it’s easy to let your vehicle service slip your mind during busy trips around Lincoln, you don’t want to overlook when your brakes are making a grinding noise. According to National Highway Safety Administration, as many as 25% of all road accidents are related to faulty brake systems. Don’t leave your safety to chance and schedule brake service at a Lincoln-area service center like Schworer Volkswagen if you hear your brakes grinding. 

Brakes Grinding When Stopping?

There are a number of reasons why your brakes could be grinding when stopping. When you hear a harsh noise over your favorite playlists, it could be an issue with these brake system components:

• Brake Pads: The noise heard as you stop or slow down is likely caused by your brake pads. As the brake pads lose thickness during your typical Kearney commutes, you’ll first hear a squealing noise – known as “brake scrubbing” – that develops into a grinding noise as the pads continue to wear down.
• Brake Disc and Calipers: A more jarring grinding noise can be caused by an issue with the brake disc and calipers. You may also feel a rumble in your pedal while stopping. This repair often results in a disc or rotor replacement.
• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS): When you activate your full brakes, the resulting grading noise can be caused by the ABS and can also cause vibrations in the pedal. 

Brakes Grinding When Driving

If you hear your brakes make a grinding noise while driving around Bellevue, it may be rocks and debris bouncing off the caliper and rotor. This is a relatively simple service that can save you from the grating sound and help prevent further damage when addressed quickly. While drivers experienced with car service can remove the debris themselves, drivers can rely on our knowledgeable technicians in the Schworer Volkswagen service center for quality brake service.

Schedule Volkswagen Service at Schworer Volkswagen 

Get to the bottom of why your brakes are grinding with our service team. Schedule brake service with Schworer Volkswagen and save on your next visit with our available service specials. Read more about how long your brakes should last and stay on top of essential services for your Volkswagen model with our online maintenance menu.