Rubbing noise from steering wheel

senmurv76 · 10-04-2012, 12:41 PM

I addition to the steering wheel vibration which I have been experiencing like many others, I just noticed this morning a rubbing sound coming from the steering wheel. Sounds like part of the steering wheel is rubbing against the dashboard. If I look between the very narrow space between the steering wheel and the dash I can see a small protruding piece of metal. Seems like the metal piece is rubbing against the dash. Not sure sure why this is happening. Anybody else is experiencing this?

rocko911 · 10-04-2012, 03:55 PM

Does it make squeaking/whistling sound when you turn the steering left/right?

senmurv76 · 10-04-2012, 10:09 PM

It's not a whistling sounds .. It's a rubbing sound like metal on plastic

Erik.klenke · 10-11-2012, 02:58 PM

The same problem has also appeared on my 328i. Creaking/rubbing sound whenever I turn the wheel. It's not very lound, but I'm finding it very annoying. Debating on whether I should take it to the dealer to look at. Afraid they won't really be able (or willing) to do anything about it.

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Originally Posted by senmurv76

I addition to the steering wheel vibration which I have been experiencing like many others, I just noticed this morning a rubbing sound coming from the steering wheel. Sounds like part of the steering wheel is rubbing against the dashboard. If I look between the very narrow space between the steering wheel and the dash I can see a small protruding piece of metal. Seems like the metal piece is rubbing against the dash. Not sure sure why this is happening. Anybody else is experiencing this?

rocko911 · 10-11-2012, 03:02 PM

Im facing the same thing , its a creaking/squeaking noise whenever you turn the wheel. I tried adjusting it but it starts making the sound after a few hours of driving the car. Its not loud but definitely annoying.

senmurv76 · 10-12-2012, 12:10 AM

Mine is more of rubbing sound and happens around the 2 o'clock position on the steering wheel. I think mine has been there all along and I just realized it recently. In my case the sound of the engine, radio, or my hand sliding on the steering wheel masks the rubbing sound so it does not annoy me as much when I am actually driving. I usually hear it when I am parking or backing in/out of my parking garage.

I have the steering wheel vibration issue discussed in other threads so when my dealer calls me in a for a fix I will have them take a look at the rubbing sound as well.

gomichaelkgo · 10-12-2012, 09:31 AM

The F30 that I test drove exhibited this problem.

Tsuvoi · 10-12-2012, 09:38 AM

Starting to wonder if I should just keep my Hyundai it has no rubbing noise or vibrations after 10 years, way to go BMW!

J1n · 10-12-2012, 10:42 AM

I dont have that issue i adjusted the steering abit further towards me , not sure if that helps

Mrcarcrazy · 10-12-2012, 10:43 AM

Isn't this what dealerships are for?

10-04-2012, 12:41 PM	#1
senmurv76 New Member 1 Rep 19 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 320i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Abu Dhabi iTrader: (0)	Rubbing noise from steering wheel - 2012 320i I addition to the steering wheel vibration which I have been experiencing like many others, I just noticed this morning a rubbing sound coming from the steering wheel. Sounds like part of the steering wheel is rubbing against the dashboard. If I look between the very narrow space between the steering wheel and the dash I can see a small protruding piece of metal. Seems like the metal piece is rubbing against the dash. Not sure sure why this is happening. Anybody else is experiencing this?
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10-04-2012, 03:55 PM	#2
rocko911 New Member 5 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Sports line Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Bahrain iTrader: (0)	Does it make squeaking/whistling sound when you turn the steering left/right?
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10-04-2012, 10:09 PM	#3
senmurv76 New Member 1 Rep 19 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 320i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Abu Dhabi iTrader: (0)	It's not a whistling sounds .. It's a rubbing sound like metal on plastic
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10-11-2012, 03:02 PM	#5
rocko911 New Member 5 Rep 23 Posts Drives: 2012 F30 335i Sports line Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Bahrain iTrader: (0)	Im facing the same thing , its a creaking/squeaking noise whenever you turn the wheel. I tried adjusting it but it starts making the sound after a few hours of driving the car. Its not loud but definitely annoying.
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10-12-2012, 12:10 AM	#6
senmurv76 New Member 1 Rep 19 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 320i Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Abu Dhabi iTrader: (0)	Mine is more of rubbing sound and happens around the 2 o'clock position on the steering wheel. I think mine has been there all along and I just realized it recently. In my case the sound of the engine, radio, or my hand sliding on the steering wheel masks the rubbing sound so it does not annoy me as much when I am actually driving. I usually hear it when I am parking or backing in/out of my parking garage. I have the steering wheel vibration issue discussed in other threads so when my dealer calls me in a for a fix I will have them take a look at the rubbing sound as well.
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10-12-2012, 09:31 AM	#7
gomichaelkgo Second Lieutenant 22 Rep 209 Posts Drives: 2014 335i Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Portland, OR iTrader: (0)	The F30 that I test drove exhibited this problem.
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10-12-2012, 09:38 AM	#8
Tsuvoi Banned 22 Rep 272 Posts Drives: 2013 F30 328i Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: New York iTrader: (0)	Starting to wonder if I should just keep my Hyundai it has no rubbing noise or vibrations after 10 years, way to go BMW!
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10-12-2012, 10:42 AM	#9
J1n Lieutenant Colonel 65 Rep 1,549 Posts Drives: R8 V8 '14 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Melbourne CBD iTrader: (0)	I dont have that issue i adjusted the steering abit further towards me , not sure if that helps
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10-12-2012, 10:43 AM	#10
Mrcarcrazy Sarcasm free with all posts. 7 Rep 441 Posts Drives: 05 Elise REV310 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Odessa, TX iTrader: (0)	Isn't this what dealerships are for? __________________ The best 2013 M sport is owned by me.
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