tie rod

American  

noun

1. an iron or steel rod serving as a structural tie, especially one keeping the lower ends of a roof truss, arch, etc., from spreading.

2. Automotive. a rod that serves as part of the linkage in the steering system.

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tie rod British  

noun

1. any rod- or bar-shaped structural member designed to prevent the separation of two parts, as in a vehicle

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Etymology

Origin of tie rod

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

Nissan says in documents posted Saturday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that if tie rods become bent, they can break and affect the steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

From Seattle Times

One in 2015 was related to a possibly faulty tie rod; the other in 2022 was related to the incorrect installation of a steering gear.

From Seattle Times

On his own, he’s installed tie rods and a throttle body, replaced tires and headlights and done the front and rear brakes.

From Washington Times

The highway, Interstate 90, is so deteriorated that federal authorities have issued warnings and local drivers have blown tires and tie rods.

From New York Times

You could have warped discs, which start the vibration, and a bad tie rod end, which magnifies it.

From Seattle Times