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
Filing-volume 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.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford F-250 | |
| 2 | Jeep Wrangler | |
| 3 | Toyota Tacoma | |
| 4 | Ford Escape | |
| 5 | Ford Explorer | |
| 6 | Ford F-350 | |
| 7 | Ford Windstar | |
| 8 | Jeep Liberty | |
| 9 | Toyota 4runner | |
| 10 | Nissan Altima | |
| 11 | Tesla Model S | |
| 12 | Hyundai Sonata | |
| 13 | Toyota Tundra | |
| 14 | Ford Taurus | |
| 15 | Toyota Rav4 | |
| 16 | Dodge RAM 2500 | |
| 17 | Toyota Camry | |
| 18 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| 19 | Ford F-150 | |
| 20 | Chrysler Pacifica | |
| 21 | Dodge RAM 1500 | |
| 22 | Nissan Versa | |
| 23 | Dodge Caliber | |
| 24 | Honda Accord | |
| 25 | RAM 1500 | |
| 26 | Honda Civic | |
| 27 | Hyundai Elantra | |
| 28 | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | |
| 29 | Ford Focus | |
| 30 | Ford Ranger |
Recent Complaints
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
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
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
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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
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
Both torn bushing and broken links at 29k miles.
My jeep steering wheel and entire vehicle shake violently at high speeds and after a bump.
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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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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