What mechanical faults can cause tires to wear unevenly?

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DentroTest · Accepted Answer

Uneven tire wear is often a symptom of problems with the vehicle's stability system. The correct answer is 'Suspension or damping failure' because both elements work together to keep the wheel in firm and even contact with the asphalt. If shock absorbers are worn, the wheel bounces (causing patchy wear); if the suspension is faulty, the tread geometry changes. The other options are discarded because they use the word 'Only', unjustifiably excluding one of the two likely causes.

What mechanical faults can cause tires to wear unevenly?

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