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Old 10-18-2015, 11:17 PM
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There is a front end "thunk" on the passenger side front wheel best heard at low speed on bumpy or irregular road surface.
The sound has been there from new but now getting louder/worse. No front end accident or damage.
Any ideas?
having the dealer look into it this week.
Old 10-18-2015, 11:20 PM
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Type of car and suspension? Does it happen on all suspension settings?
Old 10-18-2015, 11:24 PM
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Panamera GTS,
happens on all setting
Old 10-19-2015, 07:29 AM
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Yes my 2015 does that when I back out of the driveway with the wheels turned. When the turned front wheels go over the curbing it sounds like the ball joints are cranky. My 2011 did not do this.
Old 10-19-2015, 08:58 AM
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could be cold tires...
Old 10-27-2015, 04:42 PM
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Same here, did you find out why from your dealer? I am bringing my car in tomorrow and see what's going on. Thanks
Old 10-28-2015, 01:36 PM
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Test drove with the mechanic today and can't duplicate that noise =( anyway i still have them to check if there's anything lose under the car, will keep posted.
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could be worn bushings on the control arms
Old 11-05-2015, 04:47 PM
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Went to Porsche of South Shore, they can't duplicate the sound...Don't know what to do next =(
Old 11-06-2015, 02:59 PM
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There is a very useful thread here. Not sure if it the same issue you are having:

http://www.insanegarage.com/panamera...nter-bushings/



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