Creaking noise under 2020 Prius at low speeds?

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  1. greiss122

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    Hi! I have a creaking noise that’s noticeable especially at slow speeds – the video here is all under about 20 mph.

    I have a road trip coming up tomorrow – not too long, probably two hours one way – thoughts on what this could be and if it’s safe to drive?

    You can hear it in the video if you turn the volume up, but it's pretty loud in person.



    Thanks!
     
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    Just bumping this, thank you!
     
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    If anyone else sees this, turns out it needed a new ball joint. good luck!
     
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    ETC(SS) The OTHER One Percenter.....

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    BALL joint?
    On a 2020?

    Um....OK.
     
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    What’s weird about that? Just curious. Thanks!