Why is my Land Rover Defender’s suspension making knocking sounds o r feeling unstable on rough Pakistani roads?

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Why is my Land Rover Defender’s suspension making knocking sounds o r feeling unstable on rough Pakistani roads?

My Defender makes knocking o r clunking noises from the suspension when going over bumps, potholes, o r uneven roads. The vehicle also feels unstable o r too bouncy at higher speeds. What are the common suspension issues in Defenders in Pakistan worn bushings, weak shocks, ball joint wear, steering rod play, o r leaf/coil spring issues? What visual o r manual checks can I do to diagnose the problem?

Talha Kyanii asked on 11 Dec 2025 15:03:57 pm

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Gari Master - on 11 Dec 2025 15:06:08 pm

Defenders often face suspension wear due to Pakistan’s uneven, pothole-filled roads.

Common Causes

Worn suspension bushings

Rubber bushings harden o r crack over time, causing knocking sounds.

Very common in older Defenders.

Weak o r leaking shock absorbers

Vehicle becomes bouncy, unstable, and noisy on bumps.

Ball joint wear in steering o r suspension

Causes clunking sounds during turning o r passing over bumps.

Loose o r worn steering rods / tie rods

Leads to unstable steering and knocking when hitting potholes.

Leaf o r coil spring issues

Sagging springs cause uneven ride height and rough handling.

What You Can Check

Push down on each corner of the vehicle: if it bounces multiple times, shocks are weak.

Look for cracked o r torn rubber bushings around arms and links.

Check if any joints have excessive play by lifting and shaking the wheels.

Inspect springs for sagging o r uneven height.