groaning noise in front suspension while taking tight turns

How long have you been noticing the noise? How loud is it? Is it only when you turn right, or only left, or both directions? Is it possible to have someone with you to record the sound? What are the roads like in your neck of the woods (a lot of potholes, road work, go over a lot of speed bumps,etc.)?

 

I have noticed creaking for a while on our 2010 Prius II. Shock tower boots are torn and could be the source. I notice it when entering our driveway when the radio is off but it is quiet and cannot be heard over the radio. This creaking has been there for at least a year, probably closer to 2 or 3.

It could be bushings or sway bar links. If you are not noticing any drivability differences, probably not a sway bar link, but easy to inspect.

There is more underdash rattles that I have been noticing recently .

 

Just curious: what's the miles on yours Ray?

 

145 k miles (soon to be 146 k). Shocks do not feel worn out and tire wear seems uniform and not faster than the tire warranty (80 k mile Bridgestone Turanza serenity). 25 k miles on this set of tires and still around 9/32 left.

 

I do not know about front suspension and at low speeds, but I think I've heard low grumbling noises (and the occasional high-pitched scream! ) from my passengers when executing high-g turns, and swerves to avoid distracted pedestrians and other drivers!
(…I just noticed that this one is 3 years old! )

 

Been there, lol.