jgt

So my driver side rear shock is creaking pretty badly.
Any idea what it could be?
Or if it could be related to SIB 33 02 06? "Recall Campaign 06V-277: Inspect Rear Shock Absorbers (Supercedes Aug 06)"

I'm thinking its the lower bushing on the shock...

turboawd

is there oil residue on the shock? could have leaked the oil out.

jgt

No oil residue anywhere, no noticeable change in ride quality and ride height is even all around.

wanker

It's probably the bushing or the ball joint on the control arm. Creaking is typically not related to the shocks.

jgt

I have a feeling it has to be that lower bushing on the shock absorber. I've driven cars with blown out shocks and this does not feel like a worn shock.
The noise was very sudden. One day no noise the next day creaking while getting in and out of the car.
I attached the SIB since I couldn't find any other post related to rear shocks on a 2006 530i. These are the OEM non-sport shocks and spring with about 60K on them.

Any members out there have SIB service done by the dealer?

FYI I didn't hit any potholes recently or ever for that matter. I avoid all potholes like the plague.