Component
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
2,469 NHTSA complaints about power train:axle assembly issues across 48 makes and 463 models.
Data updated August 2026. Counts render from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation standardized component field; severity flags cross-reference NHTSA ODI complaint flags for owner-reported crash, fire, and injury markers. This page is for informational purposes and does not replace NHTSA recall notices or a vehicle-specific inspection. Methodology · Corrections.
NHTSA ODI component intake brief
ODI category POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
2,469 filings · 463 models · 48 makes · vintage August 2026
- FILINGS MODERATE 2,469 ODI rows
- MODELS 463 nameplates citing this part
- MAKES 48 manufacturers in corpus
- CRASH 10.1% 250 crash-flagged
- RANK #91 of 696 categories
- SEV FATAL 12 deaths · 215 injuries
Filing-volume peers
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY sits MODERATE on ODI intake volume (#91 of 696 standardized categories) with a FATAL severity stamp (12 reported fatalities across 463 models). Open Ford Windstar (category leader) →
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY filing-volume reading
The standout signal for power train:axle assembly is ODI intake volume: 2,469 filings (MODERATE band · #91 of 696 standardized categories) across 463 nameplates. Crash-flag share is 10.1%.
Moderate-volume categories still show a fingerprint in the model table below, cross-check each nameplate's recall and investigation history before inferring a defect pattern.
Next step: compare Ford Windstar against POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT on filing totals before treating power train:axle assembly volume as a purchase signal.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford Windstar | |
| 2 | Ford Explorer | |
| 3 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| 4 | Ford F-150 | |
| 5 | Ford Taurus | |
| 6 | Dodge RAM 1500 | |
| 7 | Nissan Titan | |
| 8 | Dodge Dakota | |
| 9 | Dodge RAM | |
| 10 | Dodge Caravan | |
| 11 | Chevrolet Blazer | |
| 12 | Ford Ranger | |
| 13 | Ford Focus | |
| 14 | Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| 15 | Dodge Durango | |
| 16 | Toyota Camry | |
| 17 | Ford Expedition | |
| 18 | Chevrolet Silverado | |
| 19 | Ford Mustang | |
| 20 | Chrysler Town AND Country | |
| 21 | Chevrolet S10 | |
| 22 | Plymouth Acclaim | |
| 23 | Mazda 626 | |
| 24 | Dodge Spirit | |
| 25 | Dodge Intrepid | |
| 26 | Chevrolet Suburban | |
| 27 | Plymouth Voyager | |
| 28 | Jeep Liberty | |
| 29 | Jeep Wrangler | |
| 30 | Chevrolet Tahoe |
Recent Complaints
The contact was driving a 2006 Dodge Viper. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the rear differential locked, causing the rear tires to not rotate. The rear of the vehicle then skidded an
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Prologue. The contact stated that there was a clicking noise coming from the front axle while turning the steering wheel to the left or the right. The contact stated that
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Prologue. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn, the contact heard a clicking sound coming from the driver’s side wheel. A dealer was contacted. Th
The contact owns a 2024 Honda Prologue. The contact stated that there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the front end while making a left or right turn. There were no warning lights illuminat
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Prologue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a clicking sound coming from the front wheels while turning in either direction. The vehicle
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. While the contact’s son was driving approximately 20 MPH, there was a screeching sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered
The contact owns a 2025 Honda Prologue. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left or right turn, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front passenger’s side axle. A dealer was con
The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was later taken
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that upon inspection underneath the vehicle, there was a fluid leak coming from the rear passenger’s side axle. No warning lights were illuminate
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC43. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the message "Rear Axle Malfunction" was displayed, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted. The contact stated
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brakes made a loud screeching sound and the vehicle surged forw
The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, there was smoke and a squealing sound coming from the passenger’s side rear wheel. The vehicle was taken to the reside
The contact owns a 2019 Lexus NX300. The contact stated there was a misfire in the engine and the engine was idling rough. The contact heard a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel while drivi
The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle became very difficult to steer, and the rear end of the vehicle became unstable. The vehicle was tak
Purchased this car on [XXX] from Alpina Motors on Eastern Blvd in Maryland. In February took the car to Ron's Auto Repair, and he said that the brakes were metal on metal, so he replaced the Brakes an
The contact owns a 2012 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving uphill at 55 MPH, the contact became aware that the vehicle was not exceeding 55 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine w
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced severe front-end shaking and vibrations while depressing the accelerator pedal. The c
The contact owns a 2016 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 25 MPH, there was a loud clicking sound coming from underneath the vehicle on the front passenger side of the vehi
The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated while the vehicle was in for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered that the front driver's side CV-boot had cracked and was leakin
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