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Clunk from the front when going over bumps

2019 Honda Passport AWDSuspension

Asked by MyBlueHonda · 2026-11-02

I hear a clunk from the front of the car when driving slowly over speed bumps or rough roads, more on the driver side. No vibration at highway speed. What usually causes this?

Online advice does not replace an in-person vehicle inspection.

Brakes, steering, tires, suspension and fuel leaks can affect your safety. Treat answers as possibilities, not a diagnosis, and have the vehicle inspected before driving it far.

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A clunk over bumps at low speed often comes from a worn suspension or steering component, such as sway bar end links, sway bar bushings, control arm bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, or the top mounts of the struts. Sway bar end links are a common and relatively simple cause, but they are not the only possibility.

Because some of these parts affect steering and how the wheel stays attached to the vehicle, please do not ignore it. A shop can lift the car and check for play in each joint, and sometimes recreate the noise with the vehicle on the ground.

When you go in, mention exactly when it happens (speed, bumps, turning or straight) and which side. That helps the technician find it faster.

Answered 2026-11-02

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