Car · Problems

Clunking over bumps

Clunks over speed bumps and cobbles come from a suspension part that has developed play. Rarely urgent, but it gets worse.

UrgencyLow
Can I drive?Yes, carefully
Likely causesAnti-roll bar link

Likely causes

  1. Anti-roll bar link45%

    Dull clunks over speed bumps and cobbles most often come from the drop links.

    Garage price: Anti-roll bar drop link £40 – £125
  2. Worn shock absorbers25%
    Garage price: Front shock absorbers £220 – £475Garage price: Rear shock absorbers £150 – £345
  3. Worn control arm bush20%
    Garage price: Control arm £125 – £345
  4. Worn tie rod end10%
    Garage price: Tie rod end £65 – £180

What you can check yourself

  1. Drive slowly over a dropped kerb on one side only to locate the noise.

Frequently asked questions

Clunking over bumps: what causes it?

Likely causes: anti-roll bar link (45%), worn shock absorbers (25%), worn control arm bush (20%).

Can I drive?

Yes, carefully. Urgency: low.

Indicative estimate. MecaScan cannot see your vehicle: always have a diagnosis confirmed by a professional, and never work on brakes, steering or airbags without the skills.