Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

1,438 NHTSA complaints about suspension:front:control arm issues across 44 makes and 295 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 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

1,438 filings · 295 models · 44 makes · vintage August 2026

  • FILINGS MODERATE 1,438 ODI rows
  • MODELS 295 nameplates citing this part
  • MAKES 44 manufacturers in corpus
  • CRASH 5.4% 78 crash-flagged
  • RANK #130 of 696 categories
  • SEV QUIET 0 deaths · 42 injuries
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM (this)SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM…1,438FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEMFUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:F…1,457ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FANENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CO…1,461FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAPFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAG…1,479
ODI filing volume neighbourhood: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM vs nearest complaint-total peers

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM sits MODERATE on ODI intake volume (#130 of 696 standardized categories) with a QUIET severity stamp (0 reported fatalities across 295 models). Open Volkswagen Passat (category leader) →

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM severity reading

The standout signal for suspension:front:control arm is severity: 0 reported fatalities and 42 injuries (QUIET stamp) on 1,438 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 Volkswagen Passat against FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM on filing totals before treating suspension:front:control arm volume as a purchase signal.

1,438
Complaints
295
Models Affected
78
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 Volkswagen Passat
92
2 Dodge Durango
92
3 Chevrolet Blazer
90
4 Hyundai Elantra
59
5 Dodge Dakota
52
6 GMC Jimmy
40
7 Ford Crown Victoria
34
8 Mitsubishi Galant
27
9 Ford Explorer
27
10 Dodge Avenger
27
11 Jeep Liberty
26
12 Ford F-150
25
13 Audi A4
23
14 Chrysler Sebring
21
15 Chevrolet Malibu
18
16 Ford Windstar
16
17 Oldsmobile Bravada
13
18 Mitsubishi Eclipse
13
19 Eagle Talon
13
20 Dodge Intrepid
13
21 Audi A6
13
22 Honda Accord
12
23 Chrysler PT Cruiser
12
24 Dodge Stratus
11
25 Dodge Caravan
11
26 Volvo S80
10
27 Pontiac Grand AM
10
28 Hyundai Sonata
10
29 Dodge RAM 1500
10
30 Daewoo Nubira
10

Recent Complaints

2020 Acura MDX

The contact owns a 2020 Acura MDX. The contact stated that the front windshield camera became inoperable. There were unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the control arms failed. The loca

2023 Tesla Model Y

The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a right turn, the driver’s side control arm detached from the vehicle, and the contact l

2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The driver pulled over to the side

2011 Mazda CX-9

The contact owns a 2011 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a turn, the contact lost control of the vehicle, and the front driver's side suspension low

2012 Subaru Impreza

The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to stop immediately. The

2013 Lexus RX

The contact owns a 2013 Lexus RX350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was pulling to either the left or right. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehic

2017 Ford Escape

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 40-50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that there was a misfire coming f

2018 Ford Escape

I have purchased replacement lower control from Detoit Axle. On 8/13/2024. On 10/18/2024 car had to be take to repair shop because replaced control arm failed. Lower ball joint came out of socket.

2008 KIA Sedona

The contact owns a 2008 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, there was an abnormal sound coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was towed t

2010 Ford Fusion

The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while in the driveway, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the service power steering message was displayed. The contact stat

2021 Tesla Model Y

This is a manufacture defect. The windshield water comes down and fall dropping on the upper control arm. I Needed it to replace this every year. This is a well documented issue. It is all over the w

2014 Ford Flex Crash

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while her wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly after th

2019 Tesla Model 3

The contact owns a 2019 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel to the left or the right, there was an abnormal creaking sound. The failure occurred at various speeds a

2021 Chevrolet Tahoe

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while turning left or right, there was a grinding and scratching sound coming from underneath the front-end of the vehicle. The vehicle

2014 Mercedes-Benz C250

The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated while driving 60-62 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light, the traction control warning light, and other unk

2007 Nissan Murano

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle started swerving side to side without warning. The contact was able to pull over safely. The vehicle was tow

2013 Nissan Altima

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle began to wobble and almost crashed into another vehicle. The traction control warning light wa

2011 Dodge Caliber

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal banging sound coming from the driver's side front wheel well while turning l

2005 Subaru Forester

The contact owns a 2005 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop at approximately 25 MPH, the front passenger's side subframe emitted an abnormally loud sound, and t

2021 Tesla Model Y

The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a wheel alignment, and at that time he was informed that the lower control link subframe ne

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