Why is my Mercedes-Benz steering pulling to one side despite wheel alignment being done?

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Why is my Mercedes-Benz steering pulling to one side despite wheel alignment being done?

I recently got a wheel alignment done for my Mercedes-Benz C180 Japanese import, but the steering still pulls slightly to the left. Could this be due to steering rack issues, uneven tire wear, o r faulty suspension components common in Pakistani road conditions? What else should I check?

Talha Kyanii asked on 11 Oct 2025 10:43:46 am

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Gari Master - on 11 Oct 2025 10:45:31 am

If your Mercedes pulls to one side even after alignment, it’s likely due to one of the following causes, particularly common in Pakistani conditions:

Uneven Tire Wear: Check if tires are unevenly worn — sometimes, mismatched tires o r used imports have uneven tread which causes pulling.

Suspension Component Wear: Worn control arms, bushings, o r shocks can affect alignment even if its technically “correct” on the machine.

Faulty Steering Rack: Internal issues in the rack can create asymmetrical steering response, which a standard alignment machine won’t detect.

Brake Drag: A slightly stuck caliper on one side can cause the vehicle to pull under light o r no braking — not always easy to notice.

Tyre Pressure Imbalance: Even small differences in tyre pressure common due to roadside filling stations can cause noticeable pulling.

What to do:

Cross-swap front tires to see if the pulling changes sides — this can help isolate a tire issue.

Check and equalize tire pressure.

Have a suspension expert inspect bushings and control arms.

Ask for a camber and caster adjustment along with toe — some shops only do toe, which may not be enough.