What Causes the Abnormal Noise When the Odyssey Drives on Uneven Roads?
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Odyssey driving on uneven roads abnormal noise reasons are as follows: Damaged shock-absorbing spring plate or guide plate: When the vehicle is driving on uneven roads, the noise increases, and pressing the brake pedal reduces or eliminates the noise. This is due to damage, deformation, or detachment of the disc brake's brake shoe support plate, shock-absorbing spring plate, or guide plate, which increases the gap between the brake shoe and the caliper support frame, causing them to collide and produce noise. You can go to a repair station to fix the deformed parts or replace the detached ones. Excessive clearance in the front suspension ball joint: When the vehicle is driving at low speed on bumpy roads, the front axle area produces continuous clicking sounds. The worse the road condition, the louder the noise, and the noise intensifies with increasing speed. After stopping, forcefully shaking the front of the vehicle will produce abnormal noise. This is because the gap between the ball joint and its seat becomes larger and severely loose. Since the ball joint seat is a sealed structure and cannot be disassembled, the only solution is to replace it at a repair station.
I had a similar issue when I first drove my Odyssey—it made clunking noises on bumpy roads, which was quite annoying. This is mostly related to the suspension system, such as aging shock absorbers or cracked rubber bushings in the control arms, causing loose chassis components to rub. It could also be due to worn wheel hub bearings, which produce strange noises when the wheels jolt. Additionally, sometimes improperly secured brake discs or calipers can cause friction and abnormal sounds. For older vehicles, loose chassis bolts are a common culprit. I recommend taking it to a repair shop to check the suspension and brakes first, addressing the issue promptly to avoid safety hazards. After all, driving on uneven roads is already tiring, and you should also consider passenger comfort. Regular vehicle maintenance can help reduce such minor problems.
