Your suspension absorbs every bump, pothole and speed hump so the tyres stay in contact with the road. When parts wear out, the car starts to talk to you with clunks, rattles and a floaty or bouncy ride.
Roads vary a lot, and speed humps and rough patches wear suspension parts faster than many owners expect.
What different noises usually mean
- A sharp clunk over bumps: worn drop links, ball joints or shock mounts
- A rattle over rough surfaces: loose or worn anti-roll bar links or bushes
- A creak or squeak over speed humps: dry or worn bushes and ball joints
- A knock when turning: worn CV joints or strut top mounts
Other signs of worn suspension
- The car bounces more than once after a bump
- The nose dives hard when braking
- The car leans heavily in corners
- Uneven or patchy tyre wear
- Oil leaking from a shock absorber body
Why it matters
Worn suspension does more than make the ride uncomfortable. It increases stopping distance, reduces grip in emergency manoeuvres and wears out tyres faster. Parts that are left too long can also damage neighbouring components.
What to do
The car is inspected on a lift, where the mechanic checks the shock absorbers, springs, bushes, links and joints for play or damage. Worn parts are replaced, and an alignment check is often recommended afterwards.
If you hear a clunk or your ride feels different, call or WhatsApp the workshop and tell us when the noise happens, and we will advise what to expect.