Interior noises - rattles, creaks, squeaks!

[Xchax3]

Long time since last update about rattling in center console;

There were a few issues I overlooked the day I purchased the car. Specifically, the rattling noise from the center console came from the vibration after start up and the wrapper from the wireless charging pad . I would like to apologize for overlooking that possibility.

However, the hard plastic that covers the A pillar on the driver side of the car was separated from the rubber gasket-like liners that keeps it in place. I just squeezed it and placed it back in. I took it in just in case it messed with anything on the driver's side side-airbag but it was fine. Just a quality control issue with the plastic covering of the A-pillar so far. I hope that's all there is and for everyone else's cars as well.

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[Mimzie2763]

If this doesn’t get fixed I will sell it too. Not worth driving me crazy every time I take it out. It’s the worst.

Don’t sell it. The dealership will fix it. What are they doing currently?

 

[007]

If it were an old car, or a cheap car, sure. I don’t think I should have to do this on a brand new expensive car.

Well, it’s still a cheap car at $44k. Interior bits and pieces are no different from a base Civic. It’s only expensive if you paid a high ADM.

From experience, taking cars to dealerships for every little thing that’s “wrong” may drive you crazy. Sometimes they will fix one issue only to introduce another one.

I’m guessing the dealership will apply some grease to wherever the squeak is coming from. I highly doubt they will replace any parts.

 

[Ministry]

Well, it’s still a cheap car at $44k. Interior bits and pieces are no different from a base Civic.

Not accurate. The layout maybe the same but there are many differences including the use of entirely different materials. Even going from my Si (more upgraded than the base) to the Type R I was quite surprised how much more premium the Type R both looks and feels.

 

[007]

Not accurate. The layout maybe the same but there are many differences including the use of entirely different materials. Even going from my Si (more upgraded than the base) to the Type R I was quite surprised how much more premium the Type R both looks and feels.

Eh, same shit. Just because it’s a different color and fabric doesn’t mean the underlying pieces aren’t identical. That’s how they fool you into thinking that it’s “more premium”.

If you think the Type R interior has superior quality over a base Civic and that it’s somehow less prone to squeaks and rattles, then Merry Christmas to you.

 

[Ministry]

If you think the Type R interior has superior quality over a base Civic and that it’s somehow less prone to squeaks and rattles, then Merry Christmas to you.

I never made that claim, in fact, it's been the complete opposite as my issues with squeaking in the FL5 is probably the most documented on this site even making a youtube video about it...

 

[007]

It costs more therefore than can fix it. If it comes down to it then I’ll lemon law it. 44k isn’t cheap to me so I refuse to just accept it.

I understand your frustration and where you’re coming from.

But what you’re suggesting will never work. BMW’s cost far more and break down far more often with vastly worse (and costlier) problems. Ask me how I know. And virtually nobody has been able to successfully lemon law them.

There’s been a class action here and there, but generally speaking, no lawyer with half a brain would ever go down this path because it usually leads nowhere.

It’s different when the brakes are malfunctioning and causing crashes. Or the cars catch fire unexpectedly. But when it comes to even the most severe rattles and squeaks, forget about it.

 

[Ministry]

Update: It took longer than expected but I have an appointment (dealer) next week to have the seat frame replaced. They had the parts but needed Honda approval along with scheduling an upholstery specialist.

 

[CTR]

I get being frustrated with the rattles and noises but your car was literally the first one off the production line. I think it's a little premature to say that it's a lemon because your seat and glove box makes noise occasionally. Try to tighten things yourself or add felt tape to see if it goes away.

As others have suggested having the dealer tear the dash apart could lead to more noises with broken/stretched clips.

I've owned my Tacoma since new and the seats have always made noise over bumps or when they flex. The dash has always made noise where the A pillar plastic meets the corner when it's near freezing. Most of these have gone away as I've driven it more or TSB's have come out that I saw the fix and performed it myself.

 

[007]

My seat and glove box make the noise everyday. It’s not on occasion. I’m not messing with it myself. I shouldn’t have to. Sorry but I think it’s ridiculous to say I should fix these myself on a car that costs this much. I’ve never had any issue like this with any car I have bought new. My 2020 sport hatch was perfect the entire time and I bought it brand new for 22k. Not gonna settle for less here.

Define “costs this much”…

You mean a car that only costs $42,895 comes with some unwanted rattles and noises? - How is any of this surprising or ridiculous?

It’s a budget econobox with a stiffened chassis, low profile tires, and a buttload of other performance bits. Some nvh is inevitable.

In my experience, dealerships can’t (and won’t) fix most rattles/noises, even if they attempt it. They’ll just start replacing parts at random and likely introduce more rattles in the process. I went down this path with my BMW’s and wish I had not. It only caused more stress and downtime with my car.

But, you do you.

 

[Ministry]

Did you get this done yet? I am curious to know how it goes and if it solved the issue.

Yes, picked it up yesterday and the squeaking issue is 100% resolved. Cabin is now amazingly quiet. Below are some details on the parts and labor used to assist anyone else experiencing this aggravating issue.

 

[Boostlag]

Define “costs this much”…

You mean a car that only costs $42,895 comes with some unwanted rattles and noises? - How is any of this surprising or ridiculous?

It’s a budget econobox with a stiffened chassis, low profile tires, and a buttload of other performance bits. Some nvh is inevitable.

In my experience, dealerships can’t (and won’t) fix most rattles/noises, even if they attempt it. They’ll just start replacing parts at random and likely introduce more rattles in the process. I went down this path with my BMW’s and wish I had not. It only caused more stress and downtime with my car.

But, you do you.

Car isn't cheap at all. Especially with interior being touted on par with luxury brands. All the shit VW gets my car feels like it was built tight as a drum built in Mexico.

 

[RS27]

Whats the most crazy to me (me being a Honda SM) is that dealer had to sublet out the seat work. Hilarious lack of abilities these days. I have 6 guys that could do that job no problem. Is it a PITA? You betcha.

On the topic of noises, a few of you above are spot on with how awful chasing rattles are. Dashes come out. Clips break. These are production line, mass-produced, economy cars. These arent LS500’s (which also squeak sometimes).

My favorite customer is the panel fit/gap customer. Lord.

 

[ssheff55]

Car isn't cheap at all. Especially with interior being touted on par with luxury brands. All the shit VW gets my car feels like it was built tight as a drum built in Mexico.

My experience isn’t super high. Nicest car I’ve owned was a 2019 WRX Premium. Had the nice interior with Recaro seats. This interior is LIGHT YEARS ahead of that. Very impressed with the quality and how solid it is.

 

[DIGITALVIC]

I am new to this forum and I also go an FL5 in the last month. I am now having the same seat squeak issue at 600 miles. Taking it to the dealer. It's certainly annoying to have to take a new car back for fixes. But, I'd say that this car is worth some trouble.

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