Component
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
1,497 NHTSA complaints about power train:driveline:driveshaft issues across 45 makes and 378 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:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
1,497 filings · 378 models · 45 makes · vintage August 2026
- FILINGS MODERATE 1,497 ODI rows
- MODELS 378 nameplates citing this part
- MAKES 45 manufacturers in corpus
- CRASH 3.1% 47 crash-flagged
- RANK #125 of 696 categories
- SEV INJURY 1 deaths · 44 injuries
Filing-volume peers
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT sits MODERATE on ODI intake volume (#125 of 696 standardized categories) with a INJURY severity stamp (1 reported fatalities across 378 models). Open Dodge RAM 1500 (category leader) →
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT filing-volume reading
The standout signal for power train:driveline:driveshaft is ODI intake volume: 1,497 filings (MODERATE band · #125 of 696 standardized categories) across 378 nameplates. Crash-flag share is 3.1%.
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 Dodge RAM 1500 against SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM on filing totals before treating power train:driveline:driveshaft volume as a purchase signal.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dodge RAM 1500 | |
| 2 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| 3 | Ford Ranger | |
| 4 | Ford F-150 | |
| 5 | Ford Explorer | |
| 6 | Chevrolet Silverado | |
| 7 | Dodge Durango | |
| 8 | Dodge RAM | |
| 9 | Chevrolet S10 | |
| 10 | Ford Aerostar | |
| 11 | Dodge Dakota | |
| 12 | Nissan Frontier | |
| 13 | Land Rover Range Rover | |
| 14 | Toyota Tacoma | |
| 15 | Ford Expedition | |
| 16 | Dodge RAM 2500 | |
| 17 | Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| 18 | Jeep Cherokee | |
| 19 | Chevrolet Suburban | |
| 20 | Dodge Caravan | |
| 21 | Land Rover NEW Range Rover | |
| 22 | Jeep Wrangler | |
| 23 | GMC Sierra | |
| 24 | Ford Taurus | |
| 25 | Chevrolet Astro | |
| 26 | KIA Sportage | |
| 27 | Ford Mustang | |
| 28 | Chevrolet Blazer | |
| 29 | Jeep Liberty | |
| 30 | Toyota Tundra |
Recent Complaints
The contact leased a 2023 International MV607 from Enterprise Rental Car. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the driveshaft unexpectedly detached from the vehicle. There was n
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See attached document for complaint. I took my 2013 Honda Accord in to my Honda Dealership due to leakage. I was informed the leak was in the intermediate drive shaft that was not under recall. Part
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The component that failed was the driveline on our RV. Specifically, the driveline was installed at an incorrect angle, which caused excessive vibrations and loud noises while driving at highway speed
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving up an inclin
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving with the cruise control feature enabled at 70 MPH, the contact noticed a loud banging sound. The contact noticed in the rearview mirr
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Express. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle
The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 35 MPH, there was a loud pop from the rear end of the vehicle, and the rear end of the vehicle started vibra
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate from being stationary, the rear driveshaft suddenly detached from the rear of the vehicle and dragged on the grou
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The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered and vibrated abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal squeaking and humming sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning light
The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not able to be restarted.
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the passenger side drive shaft fractured. The vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was pushed
The contact owns a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to move or respond. The vehicle was restarted but the failure persisted. The ve
The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the driveshaft detached. Due to the failure, the gear oil and rear differential fluid leaked out of the ve
Truck shakes violently at 65mph and higher. Replaced tires, rims, suspension, had the ford dealer check it many times. Took it to a mechanic shop and come to find out the driveshaft is making my truck
The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle made grinding sounds. The contact pulled over on the side of the roadway. Upon i
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