Car owners hear unusual noises while driving
Multiple users are experiencing strange sounds from their vehicles, including whining noises, clunking, and unidentified mechanical sounds. They're seeking help diagnosing the source of these noises, which often appear after specific events like hill driving or braking.
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“haven't checked the light yet but this sound is coming from my engine. 2017 ford edge sel 2.0 ecoboost submitted by /u/Foreign-Spend5400 [link] [comments]”
“Hey yall, I drive a 2004 Toyota Camry 4 cylinder with 134,287 miles. A couple of days ago my car started making really bad screeching noises when driven, and yesterday it was really really bad. Very prominent when driving under 40 mph but still somewhat present at higher speeds. Gets better when breaking. Below I added some videos I took but unfortunately feel like they don't fully capture just how bad/loud it is. My maintenance needed light came on a little while back but was told I probabl”
“Does anyone have any idea what this noise might be? It’s like a very faint high pitched whistle that only happens when I accelerate or going uphill. My car didn’t used to do it before and it’s driving me crazy. It’s a 2021 Toyota Camry XSE with 80k miles 🥲 submitted by /u/stargirllinterlude [link] [comments]”
“My 2000 Toyota Celica with the 1ZZ engine and automatic transmission makes a bubbling/rumbling sound when I’m driving and accelerating. The sound starts immediately when I give it gas and stops as soon as I release the accelerator. It doesn’t get noticeably louder as I accelerate. The car makes no unusual noise when I rev the engine while stationary, and there’s also no noise when I’m rolling with my foot off the gas. What could be causing this? submitted by /u/afriendlyfellow_ [link”
“As the car drives it makes a thumping noise even at low speeds, you can hear it outside the car, the bit highlighted in yellow seems to be what's causing the noise, we don't really have the money for a garage atm so hoping its fixable myself. 2011 BMW 3 series 320D M Sport Toring submitted by /u/NovaOreo [link] [comments]”
“This noise sounds like its coming from the front drivers side while vehicle is moving and ideas to what it could be? submitted by /u/Sora_Vinsmoke [link] [comments]”
“so i just recently got my struts replaced (recently as in about a month ago) and noticed this clunking noise when going over bumps. i have a 2013 mazda 6 isport. is this a mechanic fault or could it have just developed over time?? let me know please 😭 i never noticed it until recently submitted by /u/Tall_Knowledge_1993 [link] [comments]”
“My car Yaris 2017 1.3E CVT is having a noise when driving, here is how I usually encounter it: After passing the humps, accelerate a bit, rpm jumps to 1500, rpm immediately drop to 1000rpm, then noise will appear, if I accelarate more(rpm also jump) the noise disappear, if I release the gas the noise also disappear. Same scenario when in highway if I slow down and repeat the scenario. Also, I can cruising at around 40 to 60kmph with 950 to 1000kmph without a noise. Unable to reproduce the noise”
“We bought this car at 19,000 miles. It’s a 2024 Nissan Armada. Now at 21,000 miles, I hear this clinking noise like it’s the suspension or something when I hit even minor bumps. You can hear in the video when I go over railroad tracks the noise it makes something tells me this is totally not OK for only 21,000 miles. Can anyone help me identify? submitted by /u/amich0202 [link] [comments]”
“my car is making this weird noise when I accelerate it’s an Audi S3 2009 submitted by /u/Patient_Sheepherder4 [link] [comments]”
“2015 Toyota Tacoma. Only happens when I accelerate. When I let off the gas it stops submitted by /u/One_Consequence6054 [link] [comments]”
“Hello, I you appreciate your advice on this. 🙃 I’m driving a Nissan micra 2020 k14 engine 100hp 1000cc I hear this sound when I’m idling , but with gear when the car is running on neutral this sound goes away.. submitted by /u/Street-Leek-6026 [link] [comments]”
“Video with sound attached. Car is a 2007 Toyota Camry, 2.4L L4 DOHC 16V engine. Happens when I rev in park as well. Any assistance would be appreciated. submitted by /u/Ok-Deer-5577 [link] [comments]”
“I’m a woman and I’d like to know what y’all think this is before bringing it in to get it looked at. I’ve been taking advantage of at car shops and just want to know what is possible it could be. When my ac is on it makes this noise. It seems to be when it’s kicking on. Thanks.🙏 submitted by /u/SourGummyBear2018 [link] [comments]”
“I can't really tell well if it goes with moving speed or engine speed, but it generally speeds up and slows down with the car. With acceleration without strain, there's a high-ish pitched hum/whine, always has been since I got the car earlier this year. Within the last month or two, it got choppy like this. With acceleration with strain like up a steep hill, it's started doing a thing tonight where what almost sounds like a serpentine belt squeal in pitch and tone but just a short re”
“My 2019 RAV4 XLE AWD recently started making a whining/whistling sound when I accelerate. I’m posting a video so you can hear it. The noise seems to start pretty much as soon as I press the gas and gets louder/faster the more I accelerate. As soon as I let off the gas or even ease up enough that the car is no longer accelerating, the noise seems to go away. A few other details: It ONLY happens while driving. I tried revving the engine in Park and couldn’t reproduce the noise. Turning slightly le”
“When I start engine today morning I hear this sound. Is it dangerous to drive? Thanks. Year 2011 Toyota Vios submitted by /u/IncyWinc [link] [comments]”
“My car Yaris 2017 1.3E Automatic is having a noise when driving, here is how I usually encounter it: After passing the humps - Accelerate a bit, rpm jumps to 1500, rpm immediately drop to 1000rpm, then noise will appear, if I accelarate more(rpm also jump) the noise disappear, if I release the gas the noise also disappear. Same scenario when in highway if I slow down and repeat the scenario. Also, I can cruising at around 40 to 60kmph with 950 to 1000kmph without a noise. Unable to reproduce the”
“2014 Camry 155k miles, This noise happens mainly when its hot (in texas) happens when i accelerate from 0 buit only for a bit after pressing the gas, also happens when driving slow and the rpms are low and i press on the gas. submitted by /u/kaitex_ [link] [comments]”
“My 2013 VW Jetta Sportwagen TDI started making some odd noises sometimes when turning the steering wheel to the right a few months back. I took it to a shop and they did a few different expensive things (CV axle replacement and front breaks), but the noises still persist and they have not been able to figure out what is going on. They even had me drive around with them, but the noises never really popped up at that time. Now I am also getting an odd sound coming when I turn the wheel to the left”
“Hello, I’ve been hearing this weird squeaking noise whilst my car has been moving at slow speeds, and now I’m hearing it when I’m sat not moving. You can hear it in the video as I’m speeding up then slowing down, and I can’t put my finger on what this could be. My car has had a full service since this has been happening and the garage never brought anything up. There is also nothing in my car e.g. glovebox etc that could be moving around making this noise. I drive a Ford Fiesta ST-Line MHEV 2022”
“I cut together some clips I recorded where you can hear the noise. Happens most often when coming to a stop or starting to move after being stopped, but can also be heard when doing slow turns and going over uneven road/bumps. I feel like it’s under/near my feet in the passenger front seat. Just recently got the front suspension replaced. Any ideas what could be causing the noise? submitted by /u/Ok-Tower5692 [link] [comments]”
“Anyone heard this noise before? Only happens when braking at very low speed and disappears when vehicle is completely stopped. Noise is coming from driver side. Not sure if brake, rotor, or engine related. Mazda3 2016 submitted by /u/random05170517 [link] [comments]”
“2010 Toyota Venza 2.7L I4 AWD. The best way I can describe the sound is a tractor-like rattle, kind of a repetitive, clattery noise. It is most noticeable at idle, and doesn't really seem to get worse with acceleration. It's a lot harder to hear from inside the car. I just barely changed the oil and added some stop leak stabilizer as well, and it still makes this noise, even when the engine is warm, so it's not just a cold start thing. It has been doing it for at least a year, maybe”
“Hey guys any idea what this high pitched squeaking noise could be (kind of sounds like crickets)? Sorry I know the wind hides the sound I’m referring to a bit, this noise happens primarily when I turn left and am going at a relatively slow speed 5-20 mph. In this video I turned left once and went straight majority of the time and the sound was persistent. I don’t feel any difference when driving. I’ll be taking it to my mechanic once I have the money lol. Thank you! submitted by /u/D”
“My car has begun making this rattling sound in the exhaust. It only happens during certain rpms and the sound is definitely coming from the muffler, though I'm not sure if that's where the issue lies. As of now I haven't seen any loose hangers or notice any exhaust leaks (though I haven't thoroughly checked yet). Do y'all think that this is a busted baffle or is there something else going on? I have no check engine light so I'm presuming that the O2 sensors are reading ok”
“This started happening a couple weeks ago I use this car on the highway alot and yes i do full throttle some times but anyways it was random, some days it would run pretty good and then other days when I accelerate the car would like jerk it felt like the gear shifted weird like you would here a big thump i guess, i have done the oil change recently and just replaced the front shocks. What could be the problem and how can I fix it? Mazda 5 2006 minivan with 207,000km submitted by /u/”
“In the video, I recorded the rattle with the window up, and the window down (much easier to hear it). It sounds like it's coming from the front drivers side but I don't know what's causing it. It only happens when going over bumps. Would someone be able to help? My car is a Suzuki Swift SZ3 from 2012. submitted by /u/FlamingSpiceRack [link] [comments]”
2.0tdi 97k miles submitted by /u/slivermirror2 [link] [comments]
“Only happens when accelerating. The harder you accelerate the louder it seems to be but doesn’t get much louder than this. When you press the gas like cruising it doesn’t do it and it doesn’t do it in neutral either. Also worth mention this isn’t consistent, sometimes it does it sometimes it doesn’t. I’m no mechanic, but I can usually diagnose and complete any repairs needed. I don’t even know where to start with this so any ideas? If it’s not a big deal I’ll probably just leave it. It’s my beat”
“Hello this is a 21 Toyota rav4. Around 55k miles Wife was driving car to do some errands and heard this clicking sound so I went to check it out, I believe ive heard it before but just trying to play it safe, what do you think it is? submitted by /u/greatgats01 [link] [comments]”
“Trying to figure out what this sound is, most prominent going over bumps. Less noticeable at high speed on the highway. Video includes the clunking sound and a video of the drivers side.. I can’t notice anything obvious.. submitted by /u/Kaliforniaw [link] [comments]”
“The clunking sound you hear near the end of the video happens when at highway speed and stops when turning and braking. What am I looking at here? Year 2018 Crosstrek 70k miles 2.0 liter flat 4 (fb20) submitted by /u/No-Magazine394 [link] [comments]”
“2013 Camry SE, 186,000miles. Pls help me out guys. I thought it might be wheel bearing, but that's not the sound a bad bearing makes. Every mechanic I go to wants to charge $200 to go on a test drive with me. And the cicada noise only occurs when the car is mostly at operating temperature. I didn't know it was this loud until I drove with my windows down this one afternoon. It's coming from the front passenger side area. I'm not sure if it's the wheel area or right side of th”
“Toyota Highlander 2015, v6, has started making this sound. What is it? submitted by /u/spicyrolex [link] [comments]”
“2003 Toyota Camry drives solid but after a long trip when making tight right turns it makes this noise any help? Thanks! submitted by /u/Timely-Attention4490 [link] [comments]”
“The sound comes and goes. It sounds like something rolling, the rpm does not move. Near the end of the video you hear it going away. Nissan versa 2014. submitted by /u/Sweaty-Procedure7366 [link] [comments]”
“MIL 2017 ford explorer limited is making this noise over bumps and sometime when you hit the breaks. she recently had an oil change and they recommended Break pads for the rear. Any ideas of what this noise is?! Thank you submitted by /u/Asleep_Ad_3154 [link] [comments]”
“My 2003 Yaris makes a noise when driving at higher speeds (+60kmph) that raises in pitch the faster I go. If I raise the parking brake slightly, it changes the sound and it's the only thing affecting it besides speed. It seems that my rear right parking brake shoe is rubbing against the rotor only from the top of the shoe The brake is not adjusted too tight, because if I loosen the fit from the star wheel, the brake doesn't work properly (if I loosen it I can rotate the rotor by hand eve”
“I have a 2021 Kia Seltos with about 83,000 miles. I’ve noticed this noise coming from the car and i hope you can hear it too, and it seems to happen especially when I turn the steering wheel (i’m not 100% sure though) It’s also noticeably worse during the first drive after starting the car, and then it seems to get quieter but it went away before but now it doesnt go away. If i drive highway it wont make noise I believe. Does anyone know what this could be? I’d really appreciate any ideas before”
“Began happening about 2 weeks ago. sounds like its coming from the passenger side from under my car. My car is a 2017 Toyota Corolla Se. submitted by /u/No_Individual8235 [link] [comments]”
“I’ve been trying to figure out the high pitched noise. Doesn’t always do it, and occasionally will fade away mid trip, only when I’m going highway speeds, and only when accelerating. Any ideas? I’ve already gapped the valves and checked the timing chain guides. submitted by /u/SuccessfulScar3628-2 [link] [comments]”
“What could this noise be coming from? It’s on the front left drivers side. submitted by /u/Particular_Big_5094 [link] [comments]”
“Just bought a Toyota Tacoma 2026 TRD Sport (4 cyliner 2.4l) a few days ago - I just noticed, when I initially turn on the air conditioning to the vehicle, theres a pretty substantial rattling noise that goes away about after 30 seconds after turning the AC on. I also tested it without turning the ac off on startup - the vehicle still does the rattling but will disappear within about 5-10 seconds if the AC is turned off. Video attached for reference (noise will disappear about 25ish seconds into”
“Car keeps making this noise on low rps don’t know what it is. Took it to a shop and it conviently stopped making the noise for the duration of the visit and then started back up again submitted by /u/Nazislayer69 [link] [comments]”
“2019 Jetta GLI 6MT with 85k miles making this weird grinding sound when releasing the clutch, only at speed. Happens mostly in 2nd and 3rd, sometimes 4th. Not at all when starting in 1st. I had the clutch replaced by a dealership around 1k miles ago for the same issue, and after about 500 miles the car started making the same noise. I haven’t beat on the car or burned the clutch at all, so I’m just not sure what the issue is? I just bought this car a couple months ago and it has been nothing but”
“Hi everyone, hope its ok to ask I’m a complete car noob. I know nothing. Today I wake up and my 2015 citroen c3 1.2 is making this rattling noise when I accelerate. What does it sound like? Honestly the car isnt showing any physical issues nor lights. Just more an irritating noise, but got a few big drives coming up so wanna make sure it’s not something bad. Thanks everyone. submitted by /u/livk88t [link] [comments]”
“My car has recently started making this noise (see the video), and I’m trying to figure out what might be causing it. Any advice or similar experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! submitted by /u/useralreadyused [link] [comments]”
“I have a 2012 Kia Forte Koup (~160k miles) and I’m trying to identify a noise coming from what sounds like the front passenger side . submitted by /u/FuelOk5060 [link] [comments]”
“It’s the same sort of noise/rattling as in these videos, when car hits any sort of slight bump or the road isn’t smooth. I can’t figure out what the source could be but the sound comes from right around or above the seatbelt “holder” there. Already confirmed it’s not the holder at least the plastic part of it. Sienna 2017 LE https://youtube.com/shorts/wU2Bowyz4CA?si=9DQnoENYLxpXEdm5 https://youtube.com/shorts/MDtxb-TjAr0?si=XztfvCINSj7tFeee submitted by /u/Aisaka__Taiga [link]”
“Can anyone help me diagnose what this noise could be? The rattling only comes when I have it in gear and the AC on. It quiets down to almost non-existent in park and AC off. Attached two clips of the noise difference submitted by /u/GrantsTweaking [link] [comments]”