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POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

697 NHTSA complaints about power train:axle assembly:axle shaft issues across 42 makes and 251 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.

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ODI category POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT

697 filings · 251 models · 42 makes · vintage August 2026

  • FILINGS MODERATE 697 ODI rows
  • MODELS 251 nameplates citing this part
  • MAKES 42 manufacturers in corpus
  • CRASH 5.5% 38 crash-flagged
  • RANK #181 of 696 categories
  • SEV QUIET 0 deaths · 68 injuries
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ODI filing volume neighbourhood: POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT vs nearest complaint-total peers

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT sits MODERATE on ODI intake volume (#181 of 696 standardized categories) with a QUIET severity stamp (0 reported fatalities across 251 models). Open Jeep Grand Cherokee (category leader) →

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT severity reading

The standout signal for power train:axle assembly:axle shaft is severity: 0 reported fatalities and 68 injuries (QUIET stamp) on 697 filings (MODERATE volume).

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee against EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL on filing totals before treating power train:axle assembly:axle shaft volume as a purchase signal.

697
Complaints
251
Models Affected
38
Crashes
16
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Jeep Grand Cherokee
32
2 Subaru SVX
31
3 Ford Explorer
27
4 Dodge RAM 1500
26
5 Ford F-150
14
6 Ford Taurus
10
7 Ford Crown Victoria
10
8 Dodge Durango
10
9 Cadillac Deville
10
10 KIA Sportage
9
11 Jeep Cherokee
9
12 Dodge RAM
9
13 Subaru Impreza
8
14 Pontiac Grand AM
8
15 Honda Accord
8
16 Ford Contour
8
17 Dodge Dakota
8
18 Dodge Caravan
8
19 Ford Windstar
7
20 Subaru Forester
6
21 Lincoln Town CAR
6
22 Ford Ranger
6
23 Dodge Stratus
6
24 Dodge RAM 2500
6
25 Chevrolet Suburban
6
26 Chevrolet Malibu
6
27 Toyota Corolla
5
28 Mitsubishi Galant
5
29 Ford Aerostar
5
30 Eagle Talon
5

Recent Complaints

2012 Dodge RAM 1500

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormally loud howling and winding sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lig

2008 Honda FIT

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Fit. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. While driving approximately 55 MPH or faster, there was a misfire coming from the engine. The

2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle started to shudder. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure progres

2021 Ford F-550 SD

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-550 SD. The contact stated that while his son was driving at unknown speeds and making a right turn, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact sta

2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid

Axle bolt was shredded off and making a clanking sound while driving. They replaced the axle. Should have gone ahead and replaced both sides because the other axle bolt will also break soon and is a h

2014 Hyundai Accent

The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle vibrated violently before returning to normal functionality. The ABS warning light was illuminated.

2021 Ford F-150

The bolt the holds the rear axle/hub on the 9.75 HD rear-end sheared off. This is an ongoing issue with their rear-end.

2022 Ford Maverick Hybrid

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle started shaking uncontrollably. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer

2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid

I was driving south on Interstate 5 near Stockton CA and I noticed an awful sound coming from the back of my truck. When I gave it more throttle nothing was happening, my truck was slowing down, the m

2021 Ford F-150

The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after all four tires were replaced, the following day while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driver’s and passenger’s side tires se

2021 Ford F-150 Hybrid

Rear axle bolt broke off

2013 Ford Edge

2013 FORD EDGE-Consumer had already taken vehicle for tune up 2 months after purchase. Consumer heard bad thumping noise from back of vehicle. Consumer took it to a mechanic and was told about Recall

2014 Ford Escape

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while pulling out of a parking spot and approaching a stop sign, she heard an abnormal popping sound. The contact shifted into park(P); however,

2011 Cadillac SRX

The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated there was a default of service axle notification warning light on the instrument panel while starting the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed at

2008 Honda FIT

The contact owns a 2008 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving, the axle broke on two occasions without warning. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20v770000 (power

2021 Ford Bronco Sport

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 FORD BRONCO SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO STEVEN'S JERSEY CITY FORD

2016 Jeep Cherokee Crash

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2106 JEEP CHEROKEE SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING AT 25 MPH WHEN THE FRONT WHEEL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DR

2014 Jeep Cherokee Crash

OUR TEENAGE BOYS WERE TRAVELING AT A SAFE SPEED, DID NOT HIT A POTHOLE OR OTHER OBJECT, AND DID NOT SWERVE WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT AXLE SNAPPED. THIS DIRECTED THEM INTO A TELEPHONE POLE AND THEN THEY PR

2010 BMW 750i

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 750I. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE DEALER (ERHARD BMW OF FARMINGTON HILLS, 38700 GRAND RIVER AVE, FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48335, (888)

2013 Chevrolet Cruze

FOR GM RECALL 2014079, REGARDING A POTENTIAL FRONT AXLE RIGHT HALF FRACTURE, HOW CAN DRIVERS, PASSENGERS, AND OTHERS ON THE ROAD BE CERTAIN THAT A ONE-TIME POINT-IN-TIME INSPECTION GUARANTEES THAT THI

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