Symptoms of a bad or faulty exhaust system suspension

Common symptoms include an exhaust hanging noticeably low, sounding too loud, and causing the engine to run worse than normal.

Exhaust hangers, also known as exhaust mounts, are mounts that are used to attach and support exhaust pipes to the underside of a vehicle. Exhaust pipe mounts are usually made of rubber to absorb vibrations from the engine and allow the exhaust pipe to flex when the car is moving. They play a key role in properly anchoring the exhaust system and preventing noise and vibration in the cabin. If one or more of the exhaust system hangers is faulty, it can cause problems with the exhaust system and compromise in-cabin comfort. Usually, bad or faulty exhaust system hangers cause several symptoms that can alert a car to a potential problem.

1. Exhaust hangs noticeably low

One of the first symptoms of an exhaust suspension problem is an exhaust that hangs lower than normal. Exhaust brackets are made of rubber, which can dry out, crack and break over time. If the exhaust system hanger breaks, it can cause the car's exhaust pipes to hang noticeably low under the car due to lack of support.

2. Excessively loud hissing exhaust

Another symptom of a possible exhaust suspension problem is an excessively loud exhaust. If any of the exhaust pipes break or crack due to lack of support, an exhaust leak may occur. The vehicle may make a hissing or rattling sound from under the vehicle, which may be more pronounced when the engine is cold and during acceleration.

3. Reduced power, acceleration and fuel efficiency.

Another sign of a possible issue with exhaust mounts is engine performance issues. If any of the exhaust system hangers break or fail, they can place additional stress on the vehicle's exhaust pipes, which can cause them to break or crack. Broken or cracked exhaust pipes create an exhaust leak that, if large enough, will not only produce excessive noise, but will also result in reduced power, acceleration, and even fuel efficiency.

Exhaust brackets are a simple component, but they play an important role in anchoring and damping the vibrations of a vehicle's exhaust system. If you suspect that one or more of your vehicle's exhaust system brackets may be having problems, have a professional technician, such as AvtoTachki, have your vehicle inspected to determine if your vehicle needs an exhaust system bracket replacement.