Trailing Arm
What is a Trailing Arm?
The Trailing Arm is part of the car suspension system. We have 3 associated problem symptoms connected to it.
What problems can be caused by this part?
Steering wheel vibrating as car driving
When driving along there is a noticeable vibration or shaking in the steering wheel, it can often go away or change depending on the speed.
Suspension makes creaking or squeaking sound
At slow speeds there is a distinct creaking or squeaking sound coming from the corner of the car. The sound is more obvious at slow speeds and will usually be noticeable when you feel weight shift around the car when it changes direction.
Car feels like it's bouncing after going over a speed bump
After driving over speed bumps or changes in road surfaces the car doesn't settle back to normal as quickly as it should. The car feels like it's carrying on bouncing long after the car has driven over the obstacle.
We have 9 owner problems that mention the Trailing Arm