Common Suspension Noises and Causes

1. Knocking

Typically heard when going over bumps, this is usually a sign of bad shocks/struts or bad shock mounts

Can also be associated with a bad ball joint

2. Rotational

Consistently present and grows louder as the vehicle goes faster.

Usually the sign of a failing wheel bearing or of noisy tires

3. Clanking

Sounds like metal hitting against metal when the vehicle is going over bumps.

May be a sign of failing control arm bushings or failing stabilizer links