318 Posts . 5,764 Posts #2 • Nov 25, 2014. is it a metal noise or plastic? I have just bought my first Land Rover, a 2005 Freelander, and I love it but I'm a bit concerned about a kind of clunk noise when I go over bumps, especially with the nearside wheels. Mine is clunking from the front passenger corner while going over speed bumps. They changed the left front sway bar link But no surprise - heard it again on the way home. The truck made this noise a few months ago and it ended up being loose bolts on the caliper bracket. Loud clunking noise in front end over bumps we have a 2006 cobalt ls, 45,000 miles. Are you hearing rattling, clunking, or ringing noises coming from the front of your vehicle when going over a bump? Just for your info, the dealership is not so careful when lifting cabs, they bent the underside of my cab when lifting with jacks. Clunking noise when going over bumps, U-Joint going? Everything seems fine. I currently have a 2018 Acura TLX 4cyl and for some time I've been hearing like a clunking noise while going over bumps and sometimes I hear when I put the car on drive. I looked over the invoice and all it states is "noise in left axle boot". It started with a slight clunk going over speed bumps/uneven roads when the suspension drops. not more noticable when turning. the clunking from the left front got worse over bumps, or just a rough road, so we brought our car in again. (Page 1 of 2) FFS. I'm hearing a pop or light clunk when the truck is going over any undulations in the road. Do you hear a rattling noise under the car when driving? It also did not make any more noise going over bumps or a rough road. Almost looks like there is a gap between the tower and the bottom of the bushing. Billy James Ram Guru. TSB #CHA01201402 deals with noises over bumps that have been traced back to a slight inference between the front strut insulator and the upper strut bearing. Has anyone else experienced this issue? On all other parts of the jeep, nothing happens. I replaced stabilizer bar links on my 2004 Corolla with high miles and it fixed the clunking sound I would get over washboard roads or minor bumps. It's a 97 Taurus. The dealer had it in for two days (first didn't believe me/cannot reproduce and then went with me for a Drive where it was clear as day). It will be covered under warranty. Any suggestions would be great, because it's … 02 camry clunking noises up front. I've taken the car to the dealer and what they told me really didn't make any since. Ford F-250 Super Duty - Clunking noise when I drive over bumps Inspection - Jacksonville, Florida Joel has worked on my truck for different issues and does great work. I have 2003 sunfire, 2door, ecotek engine, 5spd. When I go over a decent sized bump, I hear a clunk in the front passenger side. The rear passenger side, in the corner. they are replacing the steering rack tomorrow. I've started hearing thumping/clunking noise when backing up from my driveway going over a small ditch with steering wheel turned left. The sound is 100% a clunking noise, I don't hear any rubber squeaking or similar, though it could be getting masked by the wind noise on my doors. I get this light clunking noise going over small bumps from the front passenger side. It was certainly not a rattle. Been super busy this summer, so haven't had time to diagnose the problem yet, but the front suspension of my 04 Element has become super noisy over the past 3+ months. What I hear is usually just a single *clunk* over smaller bumps/at low speed but over larger bumps, or sections of bumps it is the same clunk followed by a click or two, almost *clunk-click-click* or *clunk-click-clunk-click*. 1300kms and already having front end noises. Thay did noy fix it so we replaced sway bar links and bushings. I have already been at the dealer once, and they checked all the sway bar links, and everything in the back for the known rear clunk. So I have a 05 with about 80K miles on it. Discussion Starter • #1 • Jan 13, 2015. Clunking noises that happen when you drive your car over bumps could be from the following: Worn or damaged struts Worn or damaged leaf spring shackles Worn or damaged control arms Damaged or broken ball joints Damaged or broken shock absorbers Loose or damaged body mounts And whenever I would hit a bump it would make a clunking noise, it was annoying. The truck does not make the clunking noise if brakes are applied when going over bumps, even if the brakes are applied lightly. Can repeat every time from the passenger side though. The 2007 Chevrolet HHR has 23 problems reported for clunking noise when going over bumps. Hi folks, I'm hearing some clunking noise, more of a hollow noise similar to a sound of a someone tapping a blue box recycling bin. All your noises: creak/groan over speed bumps and a dull, hollow, clunk/thud when going over bumps at speed should be all gone now. I get a clunking noise from the right front wheel area when going over mild bumps in the road. I have an '05 OB XT with just over 57K miles and have recently noticed a clunking noise in the front end when I go over small bumps. The noise comes even when hit minor pot holes or when the road isnt even I hear it. More pronounced when coasting slowly over bumps (road construction). I doubt this is your problem with only 25k miles, but sometimes a part can fail prematurely. Front End Clunking When Going Over Speed Bumps. I don't have many potholes in Florida. You only hear it when going over speed bumps - on the release of the shock on the way down. My ranger has recently developed a metal on metal clunking noise when going over bumps. Thanks! I jacked up the car, pushed on the left/right/up/down on the tires with my hand and dont feel any play. Now there is a loose clunking noise in rear and front when going over the lightest bumps. They had to lift a side of the cab and pull out the broken bolt. Hi guys, I am new to this forum. So heres the issue.. 83000km and I m feeling a lot of clunky noises especially when i go over Speed bumps. So we thought it may be that we went with cheaper struts so bought another 4 … No noise when turning, no noise when accelerating or braking. Still didnt help any. Do you hear a front end rattle when going over bumps? I can even get a clunking sound (from front passenger side I think) when coasting fairly slow (10km/hr) and applying the brakes. The pass side was definitely worn once I had it in my hand for inspection. said they spent a lot of time with the car and could only find a problem with the steering rack (not the struts or strut mounts), but i am not sure what the problem was. I will use him again for my next issue. Whenever she goes over bumps, and more so when cold outside, the front of the car, especially the passenger side will start clunking very loud. What do I need to look for? So, the question pretty well outlines what I have to say. Anyone have similar issue before? Here is what's going on with my recently purchased WK 06 - When ever I go over bumps I hear a sound that seems to be coming from the front right side (wheel area) and it makes a 'thumping', 'clunking' sound, it almost gives you the impression the front strut is 'loose'. I looked at the strut tower and the strut mount looks like it might be loose. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 8 of 8 Posts. Heard most often when going over a bump or leaving/entering a driveway. It sounds like something is hitting something, or something might be loose. Average repair cost is $920 at 39,600 miles. From researching the issue a lot (months of checking into this) it was leading me to … If I hit one on the driver side only, no clunk. Sep 5, 2019 #2 Mine does it a little too. when going over bumps in the road and expecially down rocky drive it is makeing very loud clunking noises. Only over bumps. Clunking noise, but no thumping or growling. Every time I go over bumps I hear this loud clunking sound from the passenger side, both front and back it seems. Normally you check by keeping your foot on brake and putting in drive and giving it a gas, then reverse and have a second person watch if egine tilts or jolts excessively. I've got this weird clunking noise from the left front end of my suspension. thanks In the past I have spent some considerable time and money gradually testing and replacing parts until I eventually found the "bad" one and fixed it. Sometimes the sound doesn't even happen, but in certain parts of town it's pretty bad. Diagnose & Fix. Joined Sep 13, 2018 Messages 1,056 Reaction score 765 Location Jacksonville, Florida. Recently, my Jeep has developed somewhat of a "clunk" noise, when going over small bumps. 2005 Honda Accord LX - Answered by a verified Mechanic for Honda If left unattended, a suspension problem could cause significant damage to your vehicle, or worse — it could turn into a major safety hazard, endangering yourself and others on the road. Tuning in more, it is coming from the front. From the drivers seat it sounded like it was coming from under the dash or under the driver's feet.