FAQs

If an exhaust has a hole or crack, it needs to be fixed right away. Not only can this cause #toxic fumes to enter your car’s cabin but it could also increase the risk of fire. An exhaust leak can cause the engine to run too hot or even fail due to lack of back-pressure from the silencer and tailpipe. If left unchecked, it may also result in increased emissions which could lead to failed emission tests and costly repairs.

A broken exhaust can produce a hissing sound, rattling, a low rumble or even a loud roar. It might be louder when you accelerate the engine and quieter when idling. In some cases, it may sound like air being sucked out of the engine instead of an actual noise. If something is wrong with your catalytic converter, you may experience a rattling sound that tends to get louder as the vehicle accelerates.

Depending on the make and model, how you drive, the environment it’s exposed to and regular maintenance checks; car exhausts can last the lifetime of the car. Generally built with either chrome or stainless steel, today’s car exhausts boast an impressive lifespan of 3 to 5 years but sometimes even more.

A faulty exhaust may result in #strange noises, reduced power and poor fuel economy, visible smoke or fumes, a rotten egg smell inside or outside the cabin and the engine dashboard light appear.