Creaking Noise from Front End

[Altair_Ibn_La_Ahad]

My 2019 Model 3 has started making creaking noises. It happens whenever I brake, accelerate, or travel over bumps, and it looks like it comes from the front. I'm guessing it's strut-related, but I'm not certain.

I'm going to lift the car this weekend to take a closer look. In the meantime, has anyone had a similar experience? If that's the case, what caused the problem? Any tips or things I should look out for would be extremely helpful as I'm kinda confused on what's happening with my car.

 

[niamul21]

I had the same issue with my ride before - such a pain! Luckily, the warranty had my back. I’d say throw in a service request and see what they say. Good luck!

 

[Ador_]

This sounds like a bad UCA. Get it checked to confirm.

 

[donotBother7]

My 2019 Model 3 has started making creaking noises. It happens whenever I brake, accelerate, or travel over bumps, and it looks like it comes from the front. I'm guessing it's strut-related, but I'm not certain.

I'm going to lift the car this weekend to take a closer look. In the meantime, has anyone had a similar experience? If that's the case, what caused the problem? Any tips or things I should look out for would be extremely helpful as I'm kinda confused on what's happening with my car.

Hopefully it is just a control arm. It would be easier to change.

 

[Dizzle$$$]

My 2019 Model 3 has started making creaking noises. It happens whenever I brake, accelerate, or travel over bumps, and it looks like it comes from the front. I'm guessing it's strut-related, but I'm not certain.

I'm going to lift the car this weekend to take a closer look. In the meantime, has anyone had a similar experience? If that's the case, what caused the problem? Any tips or things I should look out for would be extremely helpful as I'm kinda confused on what's happening with my car.

Those creaking noises are probably coming from the front suspension. Give the strut mounts, bushings, control arm ball joints, and sway bar links a once-over, they might be worn out or busted.