Car Clicking Noise When Turning in UAE (2026)
A clicking or clunking noise that appears specifically when turning — especially at slow speed or during a UAE multi-storey car park manoeuvre — is one of the most diagnostic car symptoms. The location and character of the noise points clearly to the likely cause, and most are straightforward repairs at UAE garages.
Clicking When Turning at Low Speed
A distinct clicking sound that occurs when turning sharply at low speed (into a car park, a U-turn, or a roundabout) and increases with steering angle is the classic sign of a worn outer CV joint on a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicle. The CV joint is a ball-and-cage mechanism that allows the driveshaft to transmit torque through an angle — when worn, the balls click in the worn cage. This typically develops because the CV boot (rubber cover over the joint) has cracked and lost its grease, causing the joint to run dry with UAE sand and dust contamination. Outer CV joint replacement or full half shaft replacement at AED 200-700 resolves the problem.
Clunking When Turning at Any Speed
A heavier clunk or knock when turning that occurs at any speed indicates worn steering components — tie rod ends (inner or outer), steering rack end play, or less commonly a worn upper strut mount. UAE high-kerb-hit parking and fast motorway lane changes stress these components. A worn tie rod end is confirmed by having the vehicle jacked up and the wheel checked for horizontal play. Tie rod replacement at AED 100-400 per end resolves the fault, followed by a full wheel alignment. Use GarageBuddy to find UAE garages for steering and driveshaft diagnosis.