Your brakes rely on calipers to squeeze the brake pads against the rotors and bring your vehicle to a stop. When a caliper sticks and fails to release properly, it can cause a range of problems that are worth catching early, and it is an issue our Franklin technicians see regularly.
A brake caliper is supposed to clamp down when you brake and then release when you let off the pedal. If it sticks in the applied position, that brake stays partially engaged as you drive, creating constant friction and heat. Signs of a sticking caliper can include the vehicle pulling to one side, a burning smell, reduced fuel economy, or one wheel that feels noticeably hot after driving. In some cases you may notice uneven brake pad wear, with the pads on one wheel wearing far faster than the others.
A stuck caliper wastes fuel and can damage the pads and rotor on that wheel through excess heat. Left unaddressed, that added heat can also affect braking performance and reduce the life of expensive components. Because braking is a critical safety system, any caliper problem deserves prompt attention.
At Home Town Auto Care in Franklin, our technicians can inspect your calipers, confirm whether one is sticking, and repair or replace it along with any parts damaged by the excess heat. We will get your braking system working evenly and safely again. If your vehicle pulls when braking, smells hot, or has a wheel that runs warm, bring it to our Franklin shop and let us take a look.
