Mercedes-Benz C-Class suspension knock

My Mercedes-Benz C-Class has developed a front end 'knock' from the passenger side when driving over irregularities in the road, such as potholes, at low speeds. In the past eight months the car has had...

Should I complain about my car's loose wheel hub?

I bought a Nissan Note six months ago and have done 5000 miles in that time. For a couple of months I noticed a rattle which stopped when the brakes were applied. The supplying main dealer initially thought...

Volkswagen CC engine rattles since emissions 'fix'

My 2012 Volkswagen CC went back to the dealer for its emissions work back in July 2016; however, since then the engine has developed a very large rattle and no longer gets better than 47mpg (used to be...

Volkswagen Golf has developed a gearbox squeal

I've had my Volkswagen Golf SV for 10 months from new and the DSG seven-speed automatic gearbox has developed a squeal when pulling away in a low gear. The problem only occurs when the engine/gearbox is...

Why is my Ford Fiesta making a grinding noise?

My Ford Fiesta 1.6 diesel has lately started to make a grinding noise when hitting small bumps in the road. It sounds like the floor of the car is scraping the road. It also seems to look a bit low on...

Vauxhall Astra making a knocking noise

I own a diesel Vauxhall Astra (2005 model). When driving, the car judders as it pulls away and makes a knocking noise. The sound and judder stop when I push the clutch in. Any idea what could be wrong?...

Ford Focus making a knocking nose between gear changes

I have noticed a knocking noise between gear changes on my Ford Focus 1.6 diesel. My local dealer has told me this is normal, but I disagree. How do I find out what the problem is?

Volkswagen Golf suspension knocking sound

I recently had the rear part of the exhaust changed on my 2005 Volkswagen Golf. The front driver's side spring also had work done. When I collected the car and drove away everything seemed fine, but then...

Vauxhall Corsa engine warning light is on

I have owned a 1998 Vauxhall Corsa for 12 months. It has done less than 52,000 miles and a few days ago the engine management warning light came when I started the car up. The engine also made some strange...

Why does my Vauxhall Astra Estate ratting during start up?

My Vauxhall Astra Estate (1.6 petrol with 200k on the clock) has developed a heavy rattle/knocking noise. It last for a second or two at the start up. Sounds like it's in the head/VVT area. Always flushed...