https://forums.ea.com/idea/f1-25-bug-reports-en/wheel-freezing-during-race-or-time-trial-fanatec-dd-ps5/13253380 The problem persists. Also, when I first start the game, I feel the steering wheel...
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If you are using a Fanatec wheel w the ITM feature, either the Extreme, or the GT3 w Podium Button Module Endurance then this will happen - after 5-10 mins FFB, butons and pedals are lost, and only steering may work.
Non ITM wheel like the Formula no problem
BTW the heavy feel at startup is normal and goes away once racing