Strange Grinding/Binding/Popping/Squeaking coming from right rear

[Topher264]

Hey all,
I have a 2009 Hyundai Genesis and recently, a God awe full noise has been coming from my right rear of the car. Sometimes, it clicks/pops, sometimes squeals, sometimes sound like it’s grinding. Sometimes the drivetrain will bind up when it happens and the car has a little bit of trouble moving for about 3 feet. This happens all the time, turning or driving straight and in forward or reverse. My first thought would be a CV axle but I’ve also been told it could be my struts or even brakes. I’ve tried taking it to a dealership but they didn’t find anything wrong and when I personally drove a technician around for 20 min, the problem mysteriously disappeared, though of course it still persists for me. Video is included and thanks to all who can give some advice!

 

[rmod]

That sounds like the differential to me.

 

[Topher264]

That sounds like the differential to me.

Wouldn’t that cause the noises to happen more often though? The issue is intermittent. If one of the teeth on the diff were worn I’d hear something every time I drove my car...

 

[toxicavenger70]

Sounds like someone is in the trunk and they want to get out.

 

[rmod]

Wouldn’t that cause the noises to happen more often though? The issue is intermittent. If one of the teeth on the diff were worn I’d hear something every time I drove my car...

Maybe ask them to drain the differential fluid and inspect it. Since they have taken a look at the other suspects, they might as well take a look at this.