Why Does My Car Make Noise When I Turn?

There are a variety of reasons why a car could make noise when you turn—but it’s impossible to identify the cause of your problems until we find out what kind of noise your vehicle is making. We’ll explore some of the most common car noises below, but we recommend that you visit a qualified service center as soon as possible. An expert will be able to diagnose the problem and get you back on the roads of Providence and East Greenwich in no time.

Diagnosing Common Car Noises

If your car makes a noise when you turn, you can assume that the underlying issue isn’t benign. Here, we’ve highlighted a few common car noises that you definitely want to watch out for while you drive:

• A crunching noise at high speeds likely indicates an issue with your CV joints.
• If you hear whining when you’re turning at low speeds or normal speeds, the problem is probably your power steering pump. In some cases, fixing the issue might be as simple as refilling your power steering fluid. In other cases, there may be worn-out hoses or belts that need replacing.
• Creaking and popping noises are generally the result of worn-out or broken suspension joints. If the creaking noise gets louder over time, it could indicate a problem with your ball joints.
• If you turn and hear a clunking noise, you might be dealing with a loose or broken tie rod.
• If you’ve noticed that your car isn’t handling like it should, a knocking noise could be indicative of a failing sway bar link.
• If you’re dealing with an issue with your shocks or struts, your car will likely bounce or jostle you as you drive. There may be an associated noise.

While you’re here, you can find out what to do when a car overheats or what to do if your steering wheel is shaking while you drive.

Get More Car Care Tips Today With Mercedes-Benz of Warwick

When you turn, your car makes a noise. If you’ve come to that realization, your next step should be the same no matter what kind of noise you’re hearing. Don’t put off necessary repairs. Instead, you should check out our current service specials and schedule service online as soon as possible! Our Warwick service center is easy to reach from anywhere near Cranston.