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Clunk noise in steering column when turning left

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Cruzctrl1, Aug 20, 2024 at 9:46 PM.

  1. Cruzctrl1

    Cruzctrl1 Junior Member

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    My '23 XLE AWD has just a few over 13k miles and I've noticed a clunk (singular) noise when turning left rather quickly. Never does it when turning right. The steering feel is just like new otherwise.

    Has anyone noticed a similar sound/sensation in their steering wheel?

    I searched the Gen5 forums and came up empty.

    Thanks for any help.
     
    #1 Cruzctrl1, Aug 20, 2024 at 9:46 PM
  2. bisco

    bisco cookie crumbler

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    i would jack up the front end or get it on a lift for a look see while someone spins the wheel
     
    #2 bisco, Aug 21, 2024 at 1:30 PM
  3. BiomedO1

    BiomedO1 Senior Member

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    If you can consistently replicate it, take it to the dealer - warranty repair under 3 year, 36K bumper to bumper.
     
    #3 BiomedO1, Aug 21, 2024 at 1:51 PM
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  4. Danno5060

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    Maybe go to a parking lot and drive by someone standing there and see which wheel of the car the has the problem.

    That sounds like it could be something in the suspension and steering components (strut, ball joint, wheel bearing, tie rods...). Maybe jack up the front end, then try to wiggle the front wheels side to side, then up and down. You shouldn't be able to wiggle them (without the steering wheel changing).

    Since it's an AWD, maybe the back end too.

    The best option is to let Toyota deal with it if it's under warranty.
     
    #4 Danno5060, Aug 21, 2024 at 4:51 PM
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