Suspension Civic Rear Wheels Suspension Problems?

SCF · 18th April 2008, 11:40

Hi

Has anyone experienced any problems with the rear wheels suspension systems on their Civics? In particular wheel bearings that have had to be changed by the dealer under warranty due to noise, vibration, etc.

Any information you may have would be much appreciated.

Cheers.

Glepor · 18th April 2008, 12:01

I have a droning noise from the rear of my car. I'm hoping it's just that I've lost a balance weight. Having the balance done at the weekend and will take it from there. Will let you know.

Glepor · 19th April 2008, 18:39

So I finally found out what the droning noise from the back of my car was. Took it to have the rear wheels balanced this morning, thinking that's what it might be. Guy didn't even need to take the wheels off to diagnose the problem. Both rear tyres are "stepped" or "feathered", on the inside inch or so. Apparently, this means that they are wearing in a sort of undulating pattern which accounts for the vibration when on the move. I asked if this was indicative of a mechanical fault somewhere and he said it was more likely to be because of crap tyres. Went to another place for a 2nd opinion and he confirmed the feathering. He said that on a car with 40k miles plus he might think that the shockers were to blame, but at 27k thought it unlikely. So now I have a dilemma. Do I take it to a dealer (it's still under warranty) and ask them to check for an underlying cause? If they don't find anything, will I get charged for the time they spend investigating? If they do find a mechanical reason, where do I stand re compensation for 2 replacement tyres? If it is just the tyres, is it worth taking it up with the manufacturer? There is still loads of tread on both, so it's a real stinger to have to buy 2 replacements, especially if the same thing might happen again. Finally, if I stick with the tyres and put up with the noise until they need replacing due to low tread, is it likely to damage anything else?

Sandozer · 19th April 2008, 19:06

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Originally Posted by Glepor

So I finally found out what the droning noise from the back of my car was. Took it to have the rear wheels balanced this morning, thinking that's what it might be. Guy didn't even need to take the wheels off to diagnose the problem. Both rear tyres are "stepped" or "feathered", on the inside inch or so. Apparently, this means that they are wearing in a sort of undulating pattern which accounts for the vibration when on the move. I asked if this was indicative of a mechanical fault somewhere and he said it was more likely to be because of crap tyres. Went to another place for a 2nd opinion and he confirmed the feathering. He said that on a car with 40k miles plus he might think that the shockers were to blame, but at 27k thought it unlikely. So now I have a dilemma. Do I take it to a dealer (it's still under warranty) and ask them to check for an underlying cause? If they don't find anything, will I get charged for the time they spend investigating? If they do find a mechanical reason, where do I stand re compensation for 2 replacement tyres? If it is just the tyres, is it worth taking it up with the manufacturer? There is still loads of tread on both, so it's a real stinger to have to buy 2 replacements, especially if the same thing might happen again. Finally, if I stick with the tyres and put up with the noise until they need replacing due to low tread, is it likely to damage anything else?

What type of tyres are fitted that are feathered? It could be they are out of balance, that will cause this problem too.

ctrdaveg · 19th April 2008, 19:19

Hi SCF,

I have a knocking noise from the rear suspension only when it's cold and only seems to do it when reversing.

It's going to the Dealers on Tuesday 22nd for them to sort it out. Also got a whining noise from the fan belt region, which sounds like one of the pulley bearings maybe.

ctrdaveg · 19th April 2008, 19:27

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glepor

So I finally found out what the droning noise from the back of my car was. Took it to have the rear wheels balanced this morning, thinking that's what it might be. Guy didn't even need to take the wheels off to diagnose the problem. Both rear tyres are "stepped" or "feathered", on the inside inch or so. Apparently, this means that they are wearing in a sort of undulating pattern which accounts for the vibration when on the move. I asked if this was indicative of a mechanical fault somewhere and he said it was more likely to be because of crap tyres. Went to another place for a 2nd opinion and he confirmed the feathering. He said that on a car with 40k miles plus he might think that the shockers were to blame, but at 27k thought it unlikely. So now I have a dilemma. Do I take it to a dealer (it's still under warranty) and ask them to check for an underlying cause? If they don't find anything, will I get charged for the time they spend investigating? If they do find a mechanical reason, where do I stand re compensation for 2 replacement tyres? If it is just the tyres, is it worth taking it up with the manufacturer? There is still loads of tread on both, so it's a real stinger to have to buy 2 replacements, especially if the same thing might happen again. Finally, if I stick with the tyres and put up with the noise until they need replacing due to low tread, is it likely to damage anything else?

I had a very similar problem on may last car ( VW Bora ). I took it to the dealers and they changed the shockers on the rear. It was 2 years old with 39k on the clock.
They didn't change the tyres but offered a 50% discount on 2 new tyres when they are required.

I thought that was a fair deal and accepted this.
My advice is go to the dealers and give them a chance to sort it out, don't pay money to someone else to do the same job that the dealers can do for free on the warranty. They should not charge for checking the problem.

Glepor · 24th April 2008, 14:52

An update on my issues. After reading various posts on here re shock absorbers/bump stops etc, I took a closer look at my suspension yesterday and noticed that there is a good few mm difference in the gap between the wheel and arch on the drivers and passengers front wheels!! Coupled with this I took the car on quite a long run today and there is a noticeable pull to the left. At first I thought this was just due to the camber on the road but I have tested on more even surfaces and it's the same. I think I know the answer to this but is it normal for the aforementioned gaps to differ and if so, what is an acceptable amount?
Having had my Honda just 2 weeks, I do love it but wish that it would do what it says on the tin without all these worries! Perhaps I'm just getting paranoid from Civinfo overload.

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SCF Valve Cap Join Date: 18th April 2008 Location: England Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Civic Rear Wheels Suspension Problems? Hi Has anyone experienced any problems with the rear wheels suspension systems on their Civics? In particular wheel bearings that have had to be changed by the dealer under warranty due to noise, vibration, etc. Any information you may have would be much appreciated. Cheers.

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ctrdaveg Type R-GT, R-11859 Triangular Exhaust Join Date: 11th February 2008 Location: Nantwich, Cheshire Posts: 397 Thanks: 13 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Hi SCF, I have a knocking noise from the rear suspension only when it's cold and only seems to do it when reversing. It's going to the Dealers on Tuesday 22nd for them to sort it out. Also got a whining noise from the fan belt region, which sounds like one of the pulley bearings maybe. Last edited by ctrdaveg; 19th April 2008 at 19:29.

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18th April 2008, 12:01	#2 (permalink)
Glepor Supporter Wheelnut Join Date: 9th April 2008 Location: Lincoln, England Posts: 64 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	I have a droning noise from the rear of my car. I'm hoping it's just that I've lost a balance weight. Having the balance done at the weekend and will take it from there. Will let you know.

19th April 2008, 18:39	#3 (permalink)
Glepor Supporter Wheelnut Join Date: 9th April 2008 Location: Lincoln, England Posts: 64 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	So I finally found out what the droning noise from the back of my car was. Took it to have the rear wheels balanced this morning, thinking that's what it might be. Guy didn't even need to take the wheels off to diagnose the problem. Both rear tyres are "stepped" or "feathered", on the inside inch or so. Apparently, this means that they are wearing in a sort of undulating pattern which accounts for the vibration when on the move. I asked if this was indicative of a mechanical fault somewhere and he said it was more likely to be because of crap tyres. Went to another place for a 2nd opinion and he confirmed the feathering. He said that on a car with 40k miles plus he might think that the shockers were to blame, but at 27k thought it unlikely. So now I have a dilemma. Do I take it to a dealer (it's still under warranty) and ask them to check for an underlying cause? If they don't find anything, will I get charged for the time they spend investigating? If they do find a mechanical reason, where do I stand re compensation for 2 replacement tyres? If it is just the tyres, is it worth taking it up with the manufacturer? There is still loads of tread on both, so it's a real stinger to have to buy 2 replacements, especially if the same thing might happen again. Finally, if I stick with the tyres and put up with the noise until they need replacing due to low tread, is it likely to damage anything else?

24th April 2008, 14:52	#7 (permalink)
Glepor Supporter Wheelnut Join Date: 9th April 2008 Location: Lincoln, England Posts: 64 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	An update on my issues. After reading various posts on here re shock absorbers/bump stops etc, I took a closer look at my suspension yesterday and noticed that there is a good few mm difference in the gap between the wheel and arch on the drivers and passengers front wheels!! Coupled with this I took the car on quite a long run today and there is a noticeable pull to the left. At first I thought this was just due to the camber on the road but I have tested on more even surfaces and it's the same. I think I know the answer to this but is it normal for the aforementioned gaps to differ and if so, what is an acceptable amount? Having had my Honda just 2 weeks, I do love it but wish that it would do what it says on the tin without all these worries! Perhaps I'm just getting paranoid from Civinfo overload.