If your steering shaft goes out it can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and cause you to crash because you will not be able to steer the vehicle and keep it in control and on the road.
You also won't be able to turn the car with the steering wheel or have a hard time turning it if the steering shaft is just starting to go bad.
The signs that let you know that you need a new steering shaft include.
A vibration that increases with speed.
A shudder or vibration upon acceleration.
A humming or growling sound while driving.
A clunking sound while accelerating.
Wandering of the vehicle from side to side when driving.
A shimming in your steering wheel, especially when driving at high speeds.
And a knocking noise when you hit bumps.
A steering shaft is very important to a vehicle and your safety and other peoples safety.
The steering shaft helps to steer the vehicle and keep the vehicle in control.
Your steering shaft connects your steering wheel to the steering gear which allows you to turn the wheels of the vehicle.
Your steering shaft also allows you to adjust the height of your steering wheel, which can also help create a safe and ergonomic seating position.
If your steering shaft goes out you can and will lose control of the vehicle and at high speeds that can lead to serious injury to death.