Component

SUSPENSION

45,891 NHTSA complaints about suspension issues across 65 makes and 1369 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 SUSPENSION

45,891 filings · 1369 models · 65 makes · vintage August 2026

  • FILINGS MASS 45,891 ODI rows
  • MODELS 1369 nameplates citing this part
  • MAKES 65 manufacturers in corpus
  • CRASH 4.7% 2,165 crash-flagged
  • RANK #12 of 696 categories
  • SEV CRITICAL 136 deaths · 1409 injuries
SUSPENSION (this)45,891STRUCTURE:BODY46,325POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSM…47,884EXTERIOR LIGHTING41,098
ODI filing volume neighbourhood: SUSPENSION vs nearest complaint-total peers

SUSPENSION sits MASS on ODI intake volume (#12 of 696 standardized categories) with a CRITICAL severity stamp (136 reported fatalities across 1369 models). Open Ford F-250 (category leader) →

SUSPENSION filing-volume reading

The standout signal for suspension is ODI intake volume: 45,891 filings (MASS band · #12 of 696 standardized categories) across 1369 nameplates. Crash-flag share is 4.7%.

Heavy intake categories like this one often reflect a shared supplier or a stressed FMVSS test, open the affected-vehicles table to see whether filings cluster on a few platforms or spread evenly.

Next step: compare Ford F-250 against STRUCTURE:BODY on filing totals before treating suspension volume as a purchase signal.

45,891
Complaints
1369
Models Affected
2,165
Crashes
214
Fires
136
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Ford F-250
2,261
2 Jeep Wrangler
1,440
3 Toyota Tacoma
1,196
4 Ford Escape
1,044
5 Ford Explorer
952
6 Ford F-350
939
7 Ford Windstar
843
8 Jeep Liberty
761
9 Toyota 4runner
757
10 Nissan Altima
744
11 Tesla Model S
720
12 Hyundai Sonata
586
13 Toyota Tundra
546
14 Ford Taurus
531
15 Toyota Rav4
514
16 Dodge RAM 2500
511
17 Toyota Camry
488
18 Jeep Grand Cherokee
484
19 Ford F-150
455
20 Chrysler Pacifica
452
21 Dodge RAM 1500
451
22 Nissan Versa
447
23 Dodge Caliber
428
24 Honda Accord
417
25 RAM 1500
415
26 Honda Civic
412
27 Hyundai Elantra
407
28 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
389
29 Ford Focus
374
30 Ford Ranger
370

Recent Complaints

2021 Jeep Wrangler

The vehicle manufacturer is aware of the problem with my Jeep, yet they have not taken meaningful action to resolve it. At this point, the local dealer continues to charge diagnostic and repair fees o

2019 Ford Escape

On 2/12/2026 I was driving in Gordon County, GA. I was going about 25 MPH when I hit a pothole on the right hand side of the road. It resulted in a split wheel/rim on the right front side of my vehi

2000 Toyota Tundra

On February 19, 2026, I contacted Hendrick Toyota Apex (1210 Laura Village Rd, Apex, NC 27523) to schedule repair for two open safety recalls on my 2000 Toyota Tundra (VIN: [XXX] ) under NHTSA Campaig

2023 Jeep Wrangler

Steering damper has failed with 45,000 miles on vehilce and causing a dangerous shake on the highway affectionately konw as the "death wobble" among jeep owners. This was recalled in eariler models of

2026 Tesla Model Y

I am submitting this complaint regarding a newly leased 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium RWD, which I took delivery of on February 6, 2026 from Tesla Watertown, MA. I am a returning Tesla customer and enter

2025 Honda Prologue

The vehicle has twice displayed a “Service High Voltage System” warning followed by “Reduced Acceleration – Drive With Care.” When this occurs, the vehicle enters a reduced-power (turtle) mode that se

2021 Tesla Model Y

Both torn bushing and broken links at 29k miles.

2020 Jeep Wrangler

My jeep steering wheel and entire vehicle shake violently at high speeds and after a bump.

2018 Jeep Wrangler

Emergency break lever/pull tab gets stuck Vehicle failed to start several times causing tows Vehicle steering is loose and dangerous Steering is hard to control on a bump uneven payment or snowy ra

2021 Ford Explorer

For full details please refer to complaint 11715221. Since the initial complaint, repairs have been completed and I will attach a list of parts that were replaced. The repair confirmed the rear axle b

2023 Jeep Gladiator

My 2023 Gladiator currently has 36,000 miles and is experiencing severe front-end vibration commonly referred to as “death wobble.” The issue occurs at approximately 60 mph when hitting a bump on the

2022 Hyundai Elantra

The horn on my vehicle all of a sudden does not work. Im afraid that i'll be in a accident because im unable to blow it. Plenty times ive almost been in a accident & it was literally nothing i could d

2019 GMC Sierra 1500

While driving 13-15mph down the road the front right upper control arm ball bearing sheared off causing the tire to lean in rubbing the wheel well, forcing my truck to veer to the left across the othe

2025 Mazda CX-50

Vehicle CV joints failed at 6000 miles, dealership took over 3 weeks to replace them. They claimed multiple CX50 hybrid vehicles are impacted and lots of them already returning under the same problem

2009 Nissan Versa

The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving out of a parking lot at 10 MPH, the front end of the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound, and the contact noticed a strong

2004 Toyota Tundra

The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, there was an abnormal screeching sound coming from the vehicle. The contact then saw sparks coming fr

2015 RAM 3500

There was a recall forced by the NTSB for a condition where the track bar adjustment nut would come loose and the truck would lose steering. The recall on the track bar was rectified by the dealer b

2004 Hyundai Sonata

On February, 16th 2026, I took my vehicle into the Automotive shop for an oil change. They inspected the car as well and they found that the front passenger side of the vehicle subframe has a substant

2019 Tesla Model 3

While driving, the front driver-side suspension collapsed due to a complete detachment of the front lower lateral link. The fastener (bolt) backed out entirely and fell onto the road/under-shield. Thi

2015 Hyundai Sonata

This complaint concerns a repeat failure of both front CV axles on my 2015 Hyundai Sonata. The CV axles and boots were replaced by Gettel Hyundai of Charlotte County using OEM parts in November 2024.

Verify with NHTSA · consumer-reported counts are not verified defect findings.