I get dizzy/vertigo When I Drive our New Car
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I get dizzy/vertigo When I Drive our New Car
The first time I drove our car I actually had to pull over. I did not know what was wrong with me! It happened again yesterday when I drove the car again. It only happens when I am in the car. Has anyone else experienced the same thing? I am wondering if it is fumes coming off the leather or ???
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The first time I drove our car I actually had to pull over. I did not know what was wrong with me! It happened again yesterday when I drove the car again. It only happens when I am in the car. Has anyone else experienced the same thing? I am wondering if it is fumes coming off the leather or ???
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I do feel better with the windows open. I have a two year old daughter and am concerned about her being in the car.
It is the oddest sensation...kind of trippy! It can't possibly be good for you!
Thanks for your reply.
It is the oddest sensation...kind of trippy! It can't possibly be good for you!
Thanks for your reply.
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The first time I drove our car I actually had to pull over. I did not know what was wrong with me! It happened again yesterday when I drove the car again. It only happens when I am in the car. Has anyone else experienced the same thing? I am wondering if it is fumes coming off the leather or ???
Welcome. I have two questions. First, did you previously own an SUV or another car with higher center of gravity? Second, do you feel notious when the car bounces, or the entire time?
In first case, its just a matter of getting used to the ride. In second - check the tires pressure. Overinflated tires add extra bounce. When I got into my first SUV back in 2001 (Acura MDX), it took a good few months to get used to the bounce, and for dizziness - to go away.
Do not take drugs, unless its really bad. Just drink some water.
Hope this helps.
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Hi:
This is my first SUV and the bouncing does not bother me. Hoping it is just a matter of getting used to the ride? Is was not quite as severe the last time I drove the car so maybe that is the case. It feels similar to sitting on a bus and having another parallel to you. When the second bus starts moving, it feels like you are too.
Thanks for your response!
Nicole
This is my first SUV and the bouncing does not bother me. Hoping it is just a matter of getting used to the ride? Is was not quite as severe the last time I drove the car so maybe that is the case. It feels similar to sitting on a bus and having another parallel to you. When the second bus starts moving, it feels like you are too.
Thanks for your response!
Nicole
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I thought the same as data2009 said above. Also, if you spend lots of time driving it in NYC areas, the poorly maintained roads may make you feel even worse.
Also, did your passengers feel that the car dizzied them?
Also, did your passengers feel that the car dizzied them?
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Just to clarify, by dizzy or vertigo do you mean you feel as though the car or external environment is spinning around your axis (body)? Or is there simply a light-headed sensation that makes concentration or vision difficult? These are two very different things with different etiologies. Do you have a history of allergies or chemical sensitivity of any type? Did you experience any nausea, headache or visual disturbance... if so how long did it last after stopping and/or exiting the vehicle?
I would try sitting in the vehicle as RXSF suggests, without even turning it on and see if the problem persists. Then try turning it on but not yet moving and wait to see if it's related. Lastly, check to see if it's the motion of the vehicle (by driving it of course).
Such new vehicles off-gass quite a few compounds when new that 'can' play havoc with the CNS of sensitive individuals. This is the most likely explanation but I would test the theory with the above method(s).
I would try sitting in the vehicle as RXSF suggests, without even turning it on and see if the problem persists. Then try turning it on but not yet moving and wait to see if it's related. Lastly, check to see if it's the motion of the vehicle (by driving it of course).
Such new vehicles off-gass quite a few compounds when new that 'can' play havoc with the CNS of sensitive individuals. This is the most likely explanation but I would test the theory with the above method(s).
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It is more like the car or external environment is spinning around me. Actually less spinning, more like rushing around me. I do not get nauseous, just a little shaky & my vision is off. I can see fine, but my eyes feel very strange. It takes about 20 minutes after leaving the car for me to feel normal again. I should also mention that my husband has not experienced any of this. I do not have any history of allergies or chemical sensitivity, although I do what I can to avoid strong chemical smells in general.
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Any history of motion sickness? Since no one else gets any symptoms with you, might be hyper sensitive to the new car materials as others have suggested, or it can be one of several components that comprise the balance system. Have you driven a nonSUV car during this same time frame and had the same issue? If it's just in the 2010RX, then could be a combo of fumes and your adjustment to the new ride height. They do have vestibular/balance rehab experts that can get you better if you have a history of motion sensitivity, or your balance system is otherwise not functioning 100%. Basically a form of physical therapy to recondition the balance system (like going to a regular physical therapist after a knee injury/surgery). Good luck.
Any history of motion sickness? Since no one else gets any symptoms with you, might be hyper sensitive to the new car materials as others have suggested, or it can be one of several components that comprise the balance system. Have you driven a nonSUV car during this same time frame and had the same issue? If it's just in the 2010RX, then could be a combo of fumes and your adjustment to the new ride height. They do have vestibular/balance rehab experts that can get you better if you have a history of motion sensitivity, or your balance system is otherwise not functioning 100%. Basically a form of physical therapy to recondition the balance system (like going to a regular physical therapist after a knee injury/surgery). Good luck.
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I do not have a history of motion sickness and have driven a nonSUV during the same time frame without any problems. The car is brand new, plus I do not drive it that often (we live in NYC). I am hoping that after a few more trips the symptoms will dissipate.
Again, thanks for all the help.
Again, thanks for all the help.