How Do I Reduce Wind Noise on My Roof Rack on My 2019 Subaru Outback?
Updated 12/20/2021 | Published 12/18/2021
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Question:
Ive installed a roof rack on my 2019 Subaru Outback. I like the rack but it makes a lot of noise like whistling especially at high speed. Those times, I find it hard to hear other people or music. Do you have any advice on how to resolve the issue? Thanks!
asked by: Patrick
Expert Reply:
If you have crossbars installed on your vehicle like the Thule AeroBlade Edge Roof Rack - Fixed Mounting Points/Flush, Factory Side Rails # TH7601B-TH7601B, one thing to do is to make sure the central t-slot strips are closed as much as possible along the channel. This reduces the amount of wind that enters the channels and ultimately takes away the potential for whistling.
Another thing to keep in mind is that if you have crossbars with end-caps like the Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Black # TH711420, you want to make sure that the end-caps are fully inserted into the end openings of the crossbars. This will disallow any wind from creeping into the crevices.
It is important to note that there will be some noise that results from wind hitting the crossbars. Hopefully, these measures will help you eliminate some of this noise. Please feel free to reach back out if this problem continues.
