When the part bends and the setting misaligns, the best fix is to replace it. Usually, the top of the strut or the camber bolt on the bottom of it is moved or rotated to achieve optimal camber. Consequentially, front tires will wear on outside edge or the inside one, depending on the change. The struts determine the camber position of the suspension, and if they’re bent, the alignment also changes. You can also try to replace coil springs yourself. The price may vary due to the taxes not included in the estimate. The price of the part itself may be about $114 and $205, while the labor may be $101 to $234, depending on the place. The replacement of a single spring may cost from $215 to $439. If the leaf springs are also sagging or wearing out, they cause caster misalignment, which may worsen the situation. As they lose height, so does the vehicle, causing the whole suspension to misalign, especially in camber. Front tires wearing on the outside edge is usually a result of aging coil springs. Sagging SpringsĪ constant load weakens the springs, making them lose arch (leaf spring) or/and height (coil spring). NOTE: The lower ball joints may wear out sooner, as they carry the weight of your vehicle the entire time it’s on the ground. Or, you can replace the ball joints yourself. The price depends on the vehicle you drive. If you need to replace one ball joint, it may cost you $250 to $400. If you also need to replace the control arm, the cost may be about $1,400-$1,500. Replacing four ball joints and aligning the wheels, to eliminate front tires wear on outside edge, costs about $600-$700. Image source: Cost of Ball Joint Replacement Camber wear may also be connected to the ball joint-related issue. In this case, the wear will be less noticeable, as with a positive camber, but is not any less dangerous. As the part ages and wears, it makes the wheels point slightly outward, meaning the toe setting of the wheel alignment is out. Mechanical Parts Worn Ball Jointsįront tires wear on outside edge, as well as slight feathering closer to the center, are the first signs of wearing out and/or a failing ball joint. If you want to save money, you can also try to fix the alignment of the wheels yourself. Some dealerships also offer an unlimited warranty for about $170. The price may be up to $200 if you get it done at a dealership and get a one- to three-year service. Wheel alignment costs $75-$150, depending on the state, vehicle, and tire shop. Balance issues cause cupping, not front tires wearing on the outside edge. NOTE: Wheel alignment should not be confused with tire balancing. As the wheels and suspension get older, the inspections need to be done more frequently. If you don’t plan to change anything and have no road hazard-related accidents, check the alignment every 6,000-12,000 miles. Check the wheel alignment after hard hits, when installing new tires or suspension parts, and when rotating tires. The suspension may move out of alignment after you hit a large pothole or are involved in an accident. Over time, as rubber scrubs off faster on the one edge, the tire develops uneven wear, which may become dangerous. When the camber setting becomes positive, the wheel tilts, putting more pressure on the outside shoulder of its tire. Causes of Front Tires Wear on Outside Edge Wheel Misalignment These are the potentially damaged mechanical parts: It may be caused by the suspension moving out of its proper position, however, other car parts may be the reason. Front tires wear on outside edge due to wheel misalignment.