What people keep running into with towing
Complaints tagged towing, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 34 people · 3 forums we read
Raised more than once
Most people first.
- 27Is it safe to keep driving with needle bearings in the transmission pan?Finding needle bearings on the transmission magnet of a high-mileage vehicle indicates internal component failure that threatens reliable operation. Owners face the difficult choice of whether to pay for a major repair or risk driving the car until it completely breaks down.
- 5How to move long distance without a trailer or a month-long waitTraditional shipping containers and moving companies require weeks of delivery time and won't work in HOA-restricted neighborhoods, while driving a personal car leaves no room for essential boxes and totes. This leaves people stuck between agonizingly slow freight windows, unsafe mountain towing options, and vehicles that are simply too small to carry everything they own.
- 2Power steering goes out when it rainsThe steering suddenly fails during rain, triggering a red battery light on the dashboard. A failed steering rack seal can also cause all the fluid to leak out, leaving drivers stuck and completely unable to steer. This forces people to choose between risking damage to the power steering pump by driving or relying on a tow.
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