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Service, Repairs & MOT

Power steering repair for your BMW

Book a local RAC Approved Garage that you can trust.

  • 12-months parts guarantee
  • Honest pricing
  • Exceptional customer service

Why choose the RAC for a power steering repair?

At the RAC, we've got over 125 years' experience helping UK drivers. We have the skills and knowledge to keep your vehicle running. We'll give you results you can rely on at a price you can afford.

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Book a power steering repair

Power steering issues can make driving difficult and unsafe, causing stiffness or excessive play in the steering wheel, so it’s important that when you need to, you get it checked out. A mechanic will look to diagnose and fix things like leaks, worn components, or pump failures.

Any work done will meet the high standards set by the RAC.
We’re friendly, straightforward and jargon-free
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Book a diagnostic

A mechanic will check your car for faults and talk you through any repairs you might need. There are various ways to check for faults, which could include a physical examination or plugging in to check your car’s onboard engine management system.

We’ll look for any mechanical or electrical problems. If we need to, we’ll also check your car’s onboard engine management system. Depending on your car and issue, this will usually include: – Engine – Power steering – Brakes – Transmission – Exhaust system – Fuel injection system – Cooling system and air flow – Sensors

And it’s not just power steering repairs that we can do for your BMW

RAC Approved Garages offer MOTs and services. Our professional mechanics have the expertise and experience to make sure your vehicle is operating safely and efficiently – results you can rely on at a price you can afford.

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Try one of our RAC Approved Garages

Oldwells Automotive Centre

5.0/5

We are a family run business, 2 generations of mechanics, priding ourselves on outstanding and exceptional customer service. Providing our customers with an honest, impartial, cost effective and mutually agreeable solution to your mechanical issues. We specialize in all types of makes and models including motorbikes, cars, vans and light commercials vehicles. We are based in Horley Surrey, utilizing local and national suppliers of parts to include main dealer. All customers are offered the choice of pattern or genuine parts.
Unit 5A Maple Business Park, Church Lane Burstow, Horley, RH69TG

California car and commercials Ltd, Bosch Car Service

4.4/5

We are a established MOT and service centre run by two brothers with a combined experience of 15 years in the motor trade. Our new site on Garrard Way, Kettering consists of 5 service bays and a class 4, 5 & 7 MOT bay. Our aim is simple, to be a one stop shop for all your motoring needs. Wether it be your annual MOT and service or more major work our highly experienced staff are on hand to help. We have a clean, modern premises with state-of-the-art technology and equipment including the most up to date Snap-On class 4, 5 & 7 MOT bay. We run our own fleet of recovery vehicles so collection and delivery is always available. Feel free to call Tony or Mario for any of your vehicle needs
Garrard Way, Telford Way Industrial Estate, Kettering, NN168TD

G & R Autos LTD

4.8/5

We have over 17 years previous experience within the motor trade. We take on all makes and models of cars and short wheel-base vans. We can do anything from: Bulbs, brakes, exhausts, servicing, cambelts, welding, MOT’s and much more! We offer collection and delivery service within a 5 mile radius to reduce inconvenience you your working day.This service has to be booked in advance. For your no obligation quote call us!
Unit 18 G, Chapman Way, Tunbridge Wells, TN23EF

SH Diesel Repair Centre UK LTD

5.0/5

we are a Independent Injector & Turbo Specialist , Common Rail Injector Testing + Reconditioning & New available All Mechanical work undertaken from Services, Brakes, Exhaust, Suspension to Major engine work and Engine Rebuilds. Diagnostics Tyres At SH Diesel We are all professional, highly trained mechanics
66 Arthur Street, Lake Side, Reddich, B988JY

P D Vehicle Services Ltd, Bosch Car Service

4.6/5

PD Vehicle Services Ltd was formed in 2011 by Pep and Dan, two highly skilled individuals already very well established within the motor trade. Both dreamed of opening their own garage, with the aim of becoming one of the largest, most well-respected and well-equipped independent garages in the area. Since opening PD Vehicle Services, Pep and Dan have expanded the garage into what you see today; a workshop full of the latest diagnostic and testing equipment, including state of the art camera measured four wheel alignment equipment and a multi class MOT Bay that can test mopeds, motorcycles, cars, minibuses, motorhomes and 3.5t vans. With ten Ramps, including two 5.5 ton commercial ramps, two floor level flush mounted ramps for low sports cars and a dedicated diagnostic bay, PD Vehicle Services Ltd now employ ten members of staff full time, with two members reception staff and a full time driver. PD Vehicle Services are an accredited Bosch service centre having to meet stringent standards to carry the Bosch brand, we are also are an RAC Approved repairer as well as an AA Approved garage. Serving local residents with privately owned vehicles to national fleet contracts running huge fleets of vehicles for ‘household name’ companies, the workshop caters for all types of vehicle maintenance and repairs. We also carry out warranty repair work for major companies such as warranty wise, the AA, Warranty direct and the RAC. We can offer you a whilst you wait service on all servicing jobs, with a turnaround of no more than 2 hours, depending on the job. This service MUST be pre-booked as we will need to have the parts already waiting for your arrival in the garage. We have a very large and comfortable waiting room at your disposal which offers comfortable sofas, a TV with Netflix, refreshments, a work station with Wi-Fi available should you need to work. Nothing is too much trouble so please feel free to get in touch and ask any questions.
Unit 4 Soho Mills London Rd, Hackbridge, SM6 7HN

Frequently asked questions about power steering repair

Power steering makes it easier to turn the wheel, especially when driving slowly or parking.

Yes, but it's tough. Steering becomes much harder, especially at low speeds, making driving less safe.

You'll notice stiff steering, squealing noises, slow response, or even steering failure, which can be dangerous.

Look out for stiff steering, strange noises, delayed response, fluid leaks, or a power steering warning light on the dashboard.

Power steering needs less effort to turn the wheel, making for a smoother, easier driving experience.

The pump in a hydraulic power steering system pressurises the fluid, helping you steer with less effort.

You can, but it’s not a good idea. Steering will be much harder, making driving unsafe, especially when parking or at low speeds.

Common causes include fluid leaks, worn pumps, damaged belts, and electrical issues.