Why is there a noise in the SUV trunk?
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Trunk noise may be caused by improperly placed items in the trunk or the trunk door not being properly closed. Here are specific details about the trunk: 1. Overview: The trunk can be opened or closed electrically or via remote control. To open the trunk, simply press the button inside the car or on the remote key, and the trunk will open automatically. 2. Basic structure: The basic structure consists of two core shaft drive rods. The drive rod, through a main shaft drive, is composed of an inner tube and an outer tube. Inside the inner tube, a motor and gears drive a threaded spindle, which moves along a threaded nut fixed to the inner side of the outer tube.
Having run an auto repair shop for over a decade, I've seen countless SUV trunk rattle issues. The main causes include loose trunk doors creaking on bumpy roads, unsecured internal items like luggage or tools sliding and colliding, aged/deformed weather strips causing friction noise, or even suspension system failures causing trunk wobbling noises. For diagnosis: first empty the trunk and drive to listen for sounds—if persistent, it's likely hinge or latch issues. When loading items, ensure they're stable or use cargo nets. Regular maintenance checks prevent many problems—don't wait until rattles worsen, as this compromises driving safety.
As a long-time SUV owner, I've dealt with squeaky noises before. Last year, the trunk kept making annoying chirping sounds, which drove me crazy. Upon checking, it turned out to be a baby stroller and shopping bags bumping around inside, especially when turning or going over bumps. Later, I discovered the sealing ring was cracked, and plastic parts rubbing together caused the noise. My advice: avoid overloading the trunk with clutter—it’s unsafe and can damage things. Be mindful of road conditions; muddy roads often trigger squeaks. Regularly clean out the trunk and check if rubber seals have hardened. If the noise persists, get it checked at a garage ASAP—don’t ignore it, as prolonged issues can lead to door loosening, which is even riskier.
I drive an SUV on mountain roads a lot, and trunk rattles are quite common. It's often due to unsecured items inside, like sports gear moving around; or a loose trunk lid causing wind noise at high speeds; aftermarket racks coming loose can also create noise. Try emptying the trunk and driving a stretch – if silent, it's clutter; if noise persists, check door hinges. Driving habits matter too – hard acceleration or bumpy roads easily trigger rattles; make it routine to check door locks, simple DIY fixes will do.
