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Suspension and Steering Repair in Allentown, PA
Winter potholes around Allentown and Catasauqua wear out struts, bushings and tie rods faster than most people expect. We find the loose or worn part causing the clunk instead of replacing everything under the car.
- Certified Technicians
- Warranty Backed
- Free Estimates
- All Makes & Models
Symptoms you need this service
- Clunking or rattling over bumps
- The car leans hard in turns or dives when braking
- Uneven or cupped tire wear
- The steering wheel is off center or feels loose
- The vehicle wanders or pulls on the highway
- A bouncy ride that will not settle
What the repair involves
Inspection on the lift
We check struts, shocks, springs, control arms, bushings, ball joints, tie rods and the steering rack for play and leaks.
Replacement of worn parts
Only the components that are actually worn get replaced, with quality parts and correct torque specs.
Alignment and road test
Steering and suspension work is followed by an alignment check and a road test so the car tracks straight.
Why choose East Side Auto Repair
- A written estimate before any work starts, and a call if anything changes
- We show you the worn part instead of asking you to take our word for it
- Warranty-backed parts and labor on the work we do
- Certified technicians who have been with the shop for years
- A neighborhood shop on E Tilghman St, not a national chain
Vehicles we service
We work on all makes and models — domestic, Japanese and European. That includes everyday cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, minivans, cargo and passenger work vans, and small business fleets running around Allentown, Bethlehem and Whitehall.
If you are not sure whether we can handle your vehicle, call the shop at (610) 864-4526 and ask. The answer is almost always yes.
Suspension & Steering questions
How do I know if I need struts or shocks?
A bouncy ride, nose diving when braking and cupped tire wear are the usual signs. We confirm it on the lift and show you the leak or play.
Do you do wheel alignments?
Yes, and we recommend one after suspension or steering repairs so your new tires do not wear unevenly.
Will bad suspension fail a PA state inspection?
It can. Worn ball joints, tie rods and leaking struts are all inspection items, and we will tell you what needs to be fixed to pass.
Location & hours
1316 E Tilghman St
Allentown, PA 18109
Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sat 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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Book suspension & steering
Tell us the vehicle and what it is doing. We will call you back with a real number.
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Mon–Fri 9:00 AM–6:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM–2:00 PM · Sunday Closed