Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Center storefront and parking lot at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron, Ohio

Akron Shocks, Struts & Suspension

Suspension Repair, Shocks & Struts in Merriman Valley

Rad Air Akron

1200 West Portage Trail, Akron, OH 44313

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Store Hours

Open 8:00 am until 5:30 pm today

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(330) 680-5718
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What we do

Complete Suspension Repair in Akron

Bouncy ride, clunks or uneven tire wear? Worn shocks, struts and suspension parts hurt handling and safety. We diagnose and repair your suspension so your car rides smooth and tracks straight. New shocks, struts and steering parts carry our Fixed for Life lifetime warranty.

Shocks & Struts

Worn shocks and struts cause bouncing and longer stops. We replace them to restore a smooth, controlled ride.

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Suspension Diagnosis

Clunks, pulling or uneven tire wear? We inspect your full suspension to find the worn parts.

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Ball Joints & Control Arms

We replace worn ball joints, control arms and bushings that cause looseness and noise.

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Tie Rods & Steering

Loose or wandering steering often means worn tie rods. We repair steering components and re-check alignment.

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Wheel Alignment

New suspension parts need an alignment. We align your wheels so your tires wear evenly.

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CV Axles & Wheel Bearings

Clicking turns or humming wheels? We replace CV axles and wheel bearings for safe, quiet driving.

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What Akron drivers say

Rated 5 Stars by Your Neighbors

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4.7★★★★★from 545 Google reviews
KE Keith Esparza
★★★★★

They always do a great job on the repairs, offered at a great price, and they get the repairs done quickly… A personal thank you to the owner/manager Quenton for getting my car in when I needed the repairs done quickly.

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AL Anthony Labay
★★★★★

Rick (the manager) helped me right away… He communicated the entire time and answered any questions I had. I can't stress enough how great the service was. Rick and his crew are incredible and very nice and helpful.

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TW Tom Wolfe
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Very friendly and professional.

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BH Ben Hu
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Good service, reasonable price (use the online coupon available on their website).

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VB Vince Bir
★★★★★

Their customer service is exceptional — honest, professional, and transparent throughout… I have complete confidence in their technical expertise. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a repair shop they can trust.

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DW Dora Wilson
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Friendly people, quality work and quick service.

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NR Neal Ratta
★★★★★

I've been to Rad Air before and was happy with the service… an oil change place couldn't remove the bolts to get the skid plate off my vehicle. I took it to Rad Air and they didn't charge extra for that. I'll use them again.

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PH Priscilla Hanlon
★★★★★

As always, the guys at Rad Air have done quality, thorough work. I truly appreciate that they stand by their work too. It's the reason I keep coming back.

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MP Mary Prieto
★★★★★

Every time I've needed servicing, Quenton and his crew have been exceptional. I feel comfortable with what I was told I needed without worrying about being taken advantage of. Trustworthy business and crew.

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LS Lisa Swigert
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Excellent customer service and car repair.

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Find us

Visit Our Merriman Valley Shop

We're on the Portage Trail Extension in northwest Akron, with free on-site parking and loaner vehicles so you're never stranded.

  • Downtown Akron~10 min northwest via Merriman Rd / Portage Path.
  • Cuyahoga Falls~8 min via Portage Trail / Front St.
  • Stow & Tallmadge~15 min via SR‑8 / Graham Rd.
  • From I-77Exit toward Ghent/Smith Rd, east to West Portage Trail.

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RAD AIR · AKRON1200 W PORTAGE TRAIL

Who we serve

Suspension Repair Across Summit County

Searching for suspension repair near me in the Akron area? Rad Air is right in Merriman Valley, serving drivers across these Summit County communities:

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Akron Shocks, Struts & Suspension FAQs

Where can I get suspension repair near me in Akron?
If you're searching for suspension repair near you, Rad Air is at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron's Merriman Valley — serving Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge, Stow and all of Summit County. We diagnose and repair shocks, struts and steering components.
What are the signs of worn shocks or struts?
Common signs include a bouncy or rough ride, the nose diving when you brake, excessive body roll in turns, uneven or cupped tire wear, and clunking over bumps. Any of these is worth an inspection.
How long do shocks and struts last?
Most shocks and struts last around 50,000 to 100,000 miles, but rough roads and potholes wear them faster. We check them during suspension and alignment work.
Do I need an alignment after suspension work?
Yes. Replacing struts or steering parts changes your wheel angles, so an alignment afterward protects your new parts and your tires — see our Akron wheel alignment service.
Why is my car bouncing or clunking over bumps?
Bouncing usually means worn shocks or struts, while clunking often points to worn ball joints, control-arm bushings or sway-bar links. We inspect the whole suspension to pinpoint it.
How much does suspension repair cost?
It depends on which parts are worn — a pair of struts differs from ball joints or control arms. Rad Air Akron gives an upfront estimate after inspection, plus financing for larger repairs.
Do you warranty suspension work?
Yes. Suspension repairs are backed by our 36-month/36,000-mile (whichever comes first) parts and labor warranty, and new shocks, struts, steering parts, wheel bearings and drive axles are covered by our Fixed for Life limited lifetime warranty. See our full warranty for details.
Rad Air Fixed for Life Warranty Program — fix it once, and never again

Backed by the Fixed for Life Warranty

Every repair carries our 36-month/36,000-mile parts & labor guarantee, whichever comes first — and qualifying new parts are covered for as long as you own your vehicle. See what's covered →

Rough or bouncy ride?

Smooth, safe, straight-tracking · Open Mon–Fri · 8:00–5:30 · Merriman Valley