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
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ODI filing volume neighbourhood: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY vs nearest complaint-total 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.

2,469
Complaints
463
Models Affected
250
Crashes
57
Fires
12
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Ford Windstar
186
2 Ford Explorer
107
3 Jeep Grand Cherokee
78
4 Ford F-150
60
5 Ford Taurus
52
6 Dodge RAM 1500
51
7 Nissan Titan
45
8 Dodge Dakota
33
9 Dodge RAM
32
10 Dodge Caravan
31
11 Chevrolet Blazer
30
12 Ford Ranger
27
13 Ford Focus
27
14 Dodge Grand Caravan
24
15 Dodge Durango
23
16 Toyota Camry
22
17 Ford Expedition
22
18 Chevrolet Silverado
22
19 Ford Mustang
21
20 Chrysler Town AND Country
21
21 Chevrolet S10
21
22 Plymouth Acclaim
20
23 Mazda 626
20
24 Dodge Spirit
20
25 Dodge Intrepid
20
26 Chevrolet Suburban
20
27 Plymouth Voyager
19
28 Jeep Liberty
19
29 Jeep Wrangler
17
30 Chevrolet Tahoe
17

Recent Complaints

2006 Dodge Viper Coupe Crash

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

2024 Honda Prologue

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

2025 Honda Prologue

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

2024 Honda Prologue

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

2025 Honda Prologue

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

2018 Ford F-150

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

2025 Honda Prologue

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

2016 Ford F-350

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

2023 Ford F-150

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

2025 Mercedes-Benz AMG Glc43 4matic Coupe

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

2016 Ford Transit

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

2023 Ford Maverick

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

2017 GMC Sierra 3500

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

2019 Lexus NX

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

2023 Ford F-150

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

2010 Lexus ES

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

2012 Dodge RAM 3500

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

2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid

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

2016 Acura RDX

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

2017 Mercedes-Benz S550

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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