Groaning from front axle.
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,058
Likes: 1
From: South Jersey
Groaning from front axle.
My front axle is making a groaning like humming noise when the truck is cold and first starting to drive it. It does it when speeds are at 30 mph and under and goes away when putting it in 4WD. It sounds like the hubs but I'm not sure. The dealer hasn't been able to duplicate it because they haven't kept it overnight. I'm just wondering if anyone has had this happen to their truck, and if so, was it fixed and what was the issue. Like I said, I think it may be a vacuum issue to the hubs, but not sure.
Official Ford Rep
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 3,123
Likes: 6
My front axle is making a groaning like humming noise when the truck is cold and first starting to drive it. It does it when speeds are at 30 mph and under and goes away when putting it in 4WD. It sounds like the hubs but I'm not sure. The dealer hasn't been able to duplicate it because they haven't kept it overnight. I'm just wondering if anyone has had this happen to their truck, and if so, was it fixed and what was the issue. Like I said, I think it may be a vacuum issue to the hubs, but not sure.
Let's see what I can do to help quiet the humming noise. How many miles are on your truck? I'll get to work on some options to assist.
Crystal
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,409
Likes: 1
I have a 2012 F-150 Lariat with the EcoBoost engine. 18,300 miles. Mine is doing the same thing. Rubbing/groaning noise that I can feel in the steering wheel. Comes and goes. Contacted my dealer who says he has seen a few of these complaints. Source unknown, but he thinks it is a seal...
Crystal, would you add me to the list as I want to find out what this is....My dealer is Gibbons Ford in Dickson City, PA
Crystal, would you add me to the list as I want to find out what this is....My dealer is Gibbons Ford in Dickson City, PA
Official Ford Rep
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 3,123
Likes: 6
Thanks for responding, efx4. I'll push this up the line to your regional customer service manager. To get the ball rolling, PM me your full name, best daytime phone number, VIN, current mileage, and servicing dealership.
Hi Buck 1,
Did you go to your dealership for diagnosis or have you just spoken with them about this? I recommend going ahead and having them take a look; once they've done that, let me know and I'll do what I can to assist.
Crystal
Did you go to your dealership for diagnosis or have you just spoken with them about this? I recommend going ahead and having them take a look; once they've done that, let me know and I'll do what I can to assist.
Crystal
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,409
Likes: 1
I called the dealer as he is 60 miles away. He stated he knew of a few vehicles with this issue. The District Rep said they thought it was some type of seal...but not sure. The dealer asked me to give him some time and call back. BTW..I have purchased 10 vehicles from this dealer with no issues whatsoever...
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,058
Likes: 1
From: South Jersey
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
Official Ford Rep
Joined: Oct 2010
Posts: 3,123
Likes: 6
Thanks, efx4! I sent you a reply with your case escalation info. Let me know if there's anything else I can do to assist.
Crystal
Crystal
New User
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
My front axle is making a groaning like humming noise when the truck is cold and first starting to drive it. It does it when speeds are at 30 mph and under and goes away when putting it in 4WD. It sounds like the hubs but I'm not sure. The dealer hasn't been able to duplicate it because they haven't kept it overnight. I'm just wondering if anyone has had this happen to their truck, and if so, was it fixed and what was the issue. Like I said, I think it may be a vacuum issue to the hubs, but not sure.
I just went through this same issue, third time. It was the hub and IWE actuator. My actuator goes every odd winter (water gets around the casing, when it freezes at night, it eventually damages the actuator). In my case the actuator will go, then if not fixed right away, the hub will heat up and become damaged, not to mention the rotors will warp.
If you jack up the truck on the side you are hearing the noise, turn the truck on, let idle if you can turn the wheel and your halfshaft/cv joint doesn't turn, then your actuator is good, and you may only need a new hub. Hubs are pretty wheel priced in the aftermarket. Hope this saves you some time.
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 320
Likes: 27
From: Lafayette, OR USA
My front axle is making a groaning like humming noise when the truck is cold and first starting to drive it. It does it when speeds are at 30 mph and under and goes away when putting it in 4WD. It sounds like the hubs but I'm not sure. The dealer hasn't been able to duplicate it because they haven't kept it overnight. I'm just wondering if anyone has had this happen to their truck, and if so, was it fixed and what was the issue. Like I said, I think it may be a vacuum issue to the hubs, but not sure.
My new 2014 does it also! Very frustrating. I have not taken my new rig in because it's the exact same sound/noise as the 2012, and my local dealer could never duplicate. He said he couldn't find any information on it either; Just search the Ford forums and it's not an uncommon issue.
Keep us informed!
Thread Starter
|
Laughing Gas
Joined: Oct 2005
Posts: 1,058
Likes: 1
From: South Jersey
I just received my truck back from the dealer, and they told me it was the front wheel bearings. They re-packed them and said all was good. I'm not convinced this was the real issue, but with the warmer weather here, the noises from the front wasn't always happening. They did say that they were able to duplicate my concern and that the service department has seen this issue before.
I'm looking on the bright side of things; I will be ordering a 2015 before the deadline this summer anyway.
I'm looking on the bright side of things; I will be ordering a 2015 before the deadline this summer anyway.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post