- Sway bar links: The sway bar links connect the sway bar to the control arms and help to stabilize the vehicle when cornering. If the sway bar links are loose or worn, they can cause a creaking sound.
- Control arm bushings: The control arm bushings are located at the ends of the control arms and help to isolate the control arms from the frame of the vehicle. If they are worn, they can cause a creaking sound.
- Rear shocks: Over time shocks wear and begin to leak.
- Lug nuts: Make sure the lug nuts on the wheel are properly tightened. If they are too loose, they can cause a creaking sound when driving.
- Broken leaf spring: A broken leaf spring can cause a creaking sound when driving or getting in and out of the seat. This issue comes and goes depending on the angle of the leaf spring with respect to the frame.