Why does my car make a knocking noise when I brake?

Why does my car make a knocking noise when I brake?

A knocking noise when braking (or during less noticeable maneuvers) can be attributed to worn front suspension parts – especially control arm bushings. The image below is from some random heavily worn lower control arm bushings.

Why does my Hyundai Tucson make a knocking noise?

Was driving on highway and engine started making a knocking noise for what seemed like 10 seconds then a loud boom and blew dark smoke out the back and engine stopped. I shifted into neutral and coasted off the freeway. Rear windshield and tailgate were covered in oil, at least it was clean, I had changed it a few days prior.

Are there any problems with the Hyundai Tucson?

Hyundai Tucson owners have reported 47 problems related to engine knocking noise (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Tucson based on all problems reported for the Tucson.

Why does my car make a clunk when I turn the wheel?

It can be one of the most annoying noises your car, or truck can produce. That CLUNK when you turn the wheel of your vehicle. The issue here could actually be a number of things. There can be 5 things that can cause a front end clunk.

Why does my transmission make a clunking noise?

If your transmission mount or engine mount becomes loose or breaks, you may hear clunking noises whenever you make a sudden change in speed or whenever you shift gears, due to the movement of the unsecure mount.

Why does my Hyundai Tucson make a clunking noise?

Hyundai Tucson Clunking or knocking noise from wheels Inspection costs $89 on average. Clunking or knocking noises can be very disconcerting for any driver to hear while they are going down the road. While these noises may be a symptom of some different issues, all are usually related to a suspension component that has failed.

Why does my car make a thump clunk noise?

With the tie-rod ends, the way I previous explained the problem is almost the exact opposite of that sound. Instead of giving it too much gas too quickly and having the thump/clunk sound, it’s now, as I said, right before the final inertia of slowing down, a thump/clunk sound from the front of the car.

Why does my Chevy Colorado make a clunking noise?

If the entire sway bar appears to be in tact the bushing may cause the clunking noise. The mechanic will then replace the bushings and the sway bar if necessary. If the mechanic suspects the tie rods, he or she will examine the tie rods for damage.

Why does my car make a knocking noise when I decrease speed?

Try downshifting the transmission on a road with no other cars and let the vehicle decelerate as the transmission slows down the vehicle without touching the brake pedal. If there is no nose, then the brakes is your problem. If the noise is still there, then either there is a loose suspension part or there is a problem with the transmission.