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2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL — need advice: Clunk over small sharp bumps but not big ones

EVNomad27Community StarterMay 7, 20262024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SELRaleigh
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV SEL, about 8,200 miles. There is a single clunk from the front over small potholes and driveway edges. Big smooth bumps don't reproduce it. End links look intact. Any good way to isolate strut mount vs sway-bar link vs control-arm bushing? I'm in Raleigh.
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TurboDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMay 7, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander in Raleigh, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. I'd do that before spending real money. On “need advice: clunk over small sharp bumps,” that was the fork that mattered for me. This is from a 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander in Raleigh with 8,200 miles. Take it or leave it — that's what I'd do. That's my plan before I call anyone.
TurboDriverCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMay 8, 2026permalink
Owner notes beat generic advice here. On the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander in Raleigh, I'd fix the thing you'll notice every day before chasing spec-sheet extras. That's where I'd start. On “need advice: clunk over small sharp bumps,” that was the fork that mattered for me. Not gospel, but it saved me a headache. I'd rather look cautious in this thread than stuck later.
PistonRoadie40Community StarterCommunity StarterMay 8, 2026permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
TowBuilder45Community StarterCommunity StarterMay 8, 2026permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander before a big repair or a big spend. Then you'll know the next fork. Had a similar mess a couple years ago and that's what finally sorted it. This is me being the wet blanket on purpose.
BatteryDadCommunity StarterCommunity StarterMay 8, 2026permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. Then you'll know the next fork. Time, temperature, and whether it's in gear are the notes that actually help a shop. A day of patience here is cheaper than a wrong part. I'm keeping receipts and dates in one folder.
EVNomad27Community StarterCommunity StarterMay 9, 2026permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
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