What is the rattling noise under my car when going over bumps?

A “rattle“ sound on light bumps (cracks in road): This is consistent with anti roll bar drop links that are worn out or that have snapped. Notably, this sound often goes away when a vehicle reaches higher speeds. Alternatively, this sound could also indicate worn-out shock absorbers.

What causes knocking sound when going over bumps?

A knocking sound when going over bumps can indicate a problem with the suspension struts. There might be a clanking sound of metal hitting metal when you go over bumps. A creaking sound from under the car when you go over an undulation such as a speed hump could indicate worn suspension bushes.

Why are my shocks rattling?

Noises: Shocks and struts are cushioned by rubber bushings which, over time, will wear out. This will cause a rattling and banging noise when the vehicle rides over bumps and rough road conditions. A scraping or grating noise is caused by a broken shock.

Why is my rear suspension rattling?

The rod’s bushings are a likely source of a clunking noise. Worn-out shocks or struts are also common culprits here. With shocks, another thing to check for is loose or dried-out mounting bushings. A groaning noise when you turn the wheel typically means there’s a dry joint, likely at the idler or pitman arm.

Will a bad strut rattle?

A bad strut usually makes a sound–normally, a rattling, loose sound–that’s especially noticeable when driving over bumps or rough patches in the road.

Why does my front end rattle over bumps?

Do you hear a front end rattle when going over bumps? If you hear a rattling sound during any of these, it could mean you have a suspension problem which could include: a bad control arm bushing, bad ball joint, bad tie rod, bad strut mount, bad sway bar link, or bad sway bar bushings.

What do bad ball joints sound like?

Metallic clunking noise: One of the most noticeable and common symptoms of a bad ball joint is a clunking or knocking noise when the suspension moves up and down. A worn ball joint will begin to rattle inside the socket when driving over an uneven road, rough terrain, potholes or speed bumps.

Why is my front suspension rattling?

If you hear a rattling sound during any of these, it could mean you have a suspension problem which could include: a bad control arm bushing, bad ball joint, bad tie rod, bad strut mount, bad sway bar link, or bad sway bar bushings.

What does bad rear suspension sound like?

Creaking or grinding noises usually mean something metal is rubbing against something else that’s metal, indicating a bad ball joint, end link, or rubber coil spring isolator. Sharp popping noises may indicate that something is either broken or so worn that it’s causing the suspension to bind up.

Why does the front of my car rattle?

Some of the possible causes of a rattling noise from the passenger side while driving are: Bad wheel bearing. Loose hubcap. Bad shocks or struts.

Can low oil cause rattling?

Low oil pressure can be caused by a failing oil pump but it’s much more likely it’s due to lack of maintenance. If your engine has low oil pressure, engine rattling at idle might be present when the engine gets hot. It’s because the oil is thinner and doesn’t coat parts as well.

Why does my Honda make a clunking noise when I hit a bump?

Dealer changed the struts, checked everything to include the braking system. After a year or so and a couple of dealerships, they adjusted the brake heat shield a little as it was rubbing or hitting something. That eliminated the annoying sound when driving over the reflectors on the middle of the road.

What kind of noise does a Honda make?

I’m hearing some clunking noise, more of a hollow noise similar to a sound of a someone tapping a blue box recycling bin. I would only hear it on some minor pot holes, or entering my drive way. The sound also similar to me knocking on the inside wheel well of the front wheels.

Why does my Lexus clunk over small bumps?

He has a Lexus and he heard the same sort of clunking over little bumps. He said it was his brake pads as they were floating, they can rattle. He said try slightly tapping on the brake over where you would normally hear the clunking noise, this will help poi point if it was the brakes. I will try this later on my way home. I think this could be it.

What causes hollow clunking noise over small bumps?

Click to expand… Check the stabilizer bar links and ball joints. It helps to use long prybar on links. Grab the tire at 12 and 6oc and try to wiggle, same with 3 and 9oc. If you feel extra play pay attention what is moving. Could also be engine/tranny mounts. Hmmm, they checked the suspension and if they DID, that eliminates my thoughts.