Grinding noise

[Schultzieman]

Took our 2019 Rubicon on a road trip. After driving on the interstate we get a bad grinding noise coming from the front when hitting bumps, decelerating, braking and curves. Only does it after long high speed drives. Sounds like brakes, but not certain. Only has 9,000 miles on it. Any thoughts? TIA

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[HeavyUser]

Did you drive through mud?

 

[Schultzieman]

It did it on the way out (before Jeeping) and after. I’m sure it’s not a rock/dirt stuck. Seems to only do it after high speeds and driving long distances. I took a video but can’t seem to post it.

 

[HeavyUser]

Try uploading it to youtube or google photos. You schedule a dealer visit yet?

 

[Schultzieman]

Here's the link to video:
I had it looked at last year after Jeep trip and they found nothing. Trying another dealer hoping they find something. Will post results when and if...

 

[HeavyUser]

Oooooh, yea that is obvious as hell.

Can you tell if its coming from the driver or passenger side, also front rear? Does the noise of the location changes depending on if you are turning right or left?

Any dealer that hears that noise and try's to push you away is useless, go to another dealer that is willing to help. No WAY that is a normal noise.

 

[rcpeters]

Did you figure this out? I have the same sound coming from the front left. I'm assuming it's a bad wheel bearing. But any other hints would be appreciated.

 

[Schultzieman]

Did you figure this out? I have the same sound coming from the front left. I'm assuming it's a bad wheel bearing. But any other hints would be appreciated.

Yes, dealer replaced wheel well plastic and resolved!

 

[rcpeters]

Crazy, would the noise happen at low speeds after a long drive?

 

[Schultzieman]

Crazy, would the noise happen at low speeds after a long drive?

It did for a very short time after long drive. The plastic in the tub is super thin. Also, you could see on the inside of the tire where it was rubbing.

 

[rcpeters]

You've saved me a lot of hassle. I was about to switch out my wheel bearings. But after reading this thread I doubled checked and had a missing plastic fastener. The plastic would only droop when it was hot and after driving for a while and would quickly pop back into place after cooling. Very easy to miss if you are looking while everything is cool. Thanks!

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