2015 GL450 slight rattle and shudder when going over bumps
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2015 GL450
2015 GL450 slight rattle and shudder when going over bumps
I purchased a 2015 CPO GL 450 with the appearance package in Oct last year. Tires on the car are Michelin LTX Premier. 20inch. The tread depth is at 4/32 inch. The tires were replaced at 22k miles, currently I have 38K miles on them.
No issues when driving on the highway.
My dealer advised me to change the tires but I am not sure that is the cause
Any else I need to get checked. Also what is the best tire rated for comfort and long life? It seems that the Michelin's don't last too long.
No issues when driving on the highway.
My dealer advised me to change the tires but I am not sure that is the cause
Any else I need to get checked. Also what is the best tire rated for comfort and long life? It seems that the Michelin's don't last too long.
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I think it could be a suspension issue. My other car a Lexus RX feels solid over speed bumps and potholes. No shudder or rattles anywhere. I will have the dealer check it out next time I go in.
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First time posting, please be gentle.
I have a 2015 GL450 (purchased in January 2018), that has a similar issue; creaking noise coming from the front driver's side suspension when going over speed humps. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. They suspected front axle bearings, even though I mentioned that I can feel it coming from the suspension. The issue persisted after they replaced the front axle bearings. I went on a test drive with the lead mechanic and was able to reproduce the sound. Lead mechanic suspects the noise is coming from the strut and/or the sway bar ends. He also thought he heard a slight clunk which he suspects is bad engine mounts.
I'm, hopefully, picking up my GL tomorrow and I can give an update soon after.
I have a 2015 GL450 (purchased in January 2018), that has a similar issue; creaking noise coming from the front driver's side suspension when going over speed humps. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. They suspected front axle bearings, even though I mentioned that I can feel it coming from the suspension. The issue persisted after they replaced the front axle bearings. I went on a test drive with the lead mechanic and was able to reproduce the sound. Lead mechanic suspects the noise is coming from the strut and/or the sway bar ends. He also thought he heard a slight clunk which he suspects is bad engine mounts.
I'm, hopefully, picking up my GL tomorrow and I can give an update soon after.
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First time posting, please be gentle.
I have a 2015 GL450 (purchased in January 2018), that has a similar issue; creaking noise coming from the front driver's side suspension when going over speed humps. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. They suspected front axle bearings, even though I mentioned that I can feel it coming from the suspension. The issue persisted after they replaced the front axle bearings. I went on a test drive with the lead mechanic and was able to reproduce the sound. Lead mechanic suspects the noise is coming from the strut and/or the sway bar ends. He also thought he heard a slight clunk which he suspects is bad engine mounts.
I'm, hopefully, picking up my GL tomorrow and I can give an update soon after.
I have a 2015 GL450 (purchased in January 2018), that has a similar issue; creaking noise coming from the front driver's side suspension when going over speed humps. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. They suspected front axle bearings, even though I mentioned that I can feel it coming from the suspension. The issue persisted after they replaced the front axle bearings. I went on a test drive with the lead mechanic and was able to reproduce the sound. Lead mechanic suspects the noise is coming from the strut and/or the sway bar ends. He also thought he heard a slight clunk which he suspects is bad engine mounts.
I'm, hopefully, picking up my GL tomorrow and I can give an update soon after.
I would be looking at worn ball joints, tie rod, and front sway bar.
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I said the same thing. The dealer said they couldn't replicate the issue. Lubed the suspension and I don't hear the noise anymore. I suspect the noise will be back after the lube wears off.
