What Can Cause Wheel To Lean In On The Front Of A Camper?
Updated 10/22/2025 | Published 03/27/2025
Question:
My wheel leans in on the front of camper is it the axle or bearings?
asked by: David
Expert Reply:
Hello David, thanks for reaching out. There are a few things that could cause the wheel to be leaning. It could be a bent spindle which is usually caused by overloading or hitting a curb or pothole. The bearings could be going bad which could cause the tire to wear unevenly. Lastly it could be a bent axle which is again typically caused by an impact.
To check if your bearings are going out, you will need to lift the tire off of the ground and if there is any movement side to side then that means that there is play in the bearings and they need to be replaced. To check the spindles you can take both wheels of and compare the right side to the left and make sure they are at the same angle. Lastly, checking if your axle is bent you will need to take the wheels off and make sure the axle is level and sitting on level ground. You will then take a measurement from the ground to the end of the spindle. If the measurements are different, it means that your axle is bent.
I hope this helps. Feel free to leave a reply below and I am happy to get back to you.
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Dexter Trailer Axle Beam with EZ-Lube Spindles - 89" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Axles
- Leaf Spring Suspension
- Standard Grade
- No Hubs
- 3500 lbs
- Spindles Only
- 74 Inch Spring Center
- 89 Inch Hub Face
- No Drop or Lift
- Dexter
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Jesse M.
10/22/2025
Hey David, what did you find when you checked the bearings and axle on your camper? Knowing which part caused the wheel to lean could really help others facing the same issue. Your update could make it easier for the next person to track down the problem.