Component
SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET
54 NHTSA complaints about suspension:subframe/mounting bracket issues across 13 makes and 29 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:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET
54 filings · 29 models · 13 makes · vintage August 2026
- FILINGS SPARSE 54 ODI rows
- MODELS 29 nameplates citing this part
- MAKES 13 manufacturers in corpus
- CRASH 3.7% 2 crash-flagged
- RANK #336 of 696 categories
- SEV QUIET 0 deaths · 1 injuries
Filing-volume peers
SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET sits SPARSE on ODI intake volume (#336 of 696 standardized categories) with a QUIET severity stamp (0 reported fatalities across 29 models). Open Mercedes-Benz C300 (category leader) →
SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET severity reading
The standout signal for suspension:subframe/mounting bracket is severity: 0 reported fatalities and 1 injuries (QUIET stamp) on 54 filings (SPARSE volume).
Sparse categories can swing on a single high-volume nameplate; treat the leader row as the actionable signal, not the category headline alone.
Next step: compare Mercedes-Benz C300 against POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS on filing totals before treating suspension:subframe/mounting bracket volume as a purchase signal.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes-Benz C300 | |
| 2 | Mercedes-Benz E350 | |
| 3 | Toyota Tacoma | |
| 4 | Nissan Murano | |
| 5 | Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| 6 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
| 7 | Honda CR-V | |
| 8 | Ford Ranger | |
| 9 | Ford Escape | |
| 10 | Dodge Caliber | |
| 11 | Toyota 4runner | |
| 12 | Tesla Model Y | |
| 13 | Tesla Model S | |
| 14 | Subaru Outback | |
| 15 | Nissan Rogue | |
| 16 | Nissan Quest | |
| 17 | Nissan Pathfinder | |
| 18 | Nissan Altima | |
| 19 | Mercury Montego | |
| 20 | Hyundai Sonata | |
| 21 | Hyundai Palisade | |
| 22 | Hyundai Elantra | |
| 23 | Honda Pilot | |
| 24 | Ford Taurus | |
| 25 | Ford Focus | |
| 26 | Ford E-150 | |
| 27 | Chrysler Sebring | |
| 28 | Chrysler Pacifica |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The vehicle was modified for wheelchair accessibility. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle started rocking abnormally. The contact s
The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that while driving at a slower speed than 60 MPH or attempting to make a left or right turn, there was an abnormal tapping sound coming fro
The contact's daughter owns a 2022 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling sound. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated his wife had noticed that the steering wheel was off-center and turned to the left independently. Additionally, the contact stated while
My car (vin [XXX] ) a 2015 Mercedes C300 is experiencing the same premature rusting on the subframe. I was told that while a lot of Mercedes are covered, mine is not for some reason but I'm at the sam
See attached document for complaint.
The contact owns a 2009 Honda CR-V. The contact stated the vehicle was repaired under an unknown recall by the previous owner. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic for maintenance whe
The contact owns a 2008 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated. The coolant temperature warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the vehicle was difficult to steer, and was veering to the left independently. No warning light was illum
The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Outback. The contact stated there was a clunking sound coming from the front suspension location and the vehicle started feeling unstable while driving approximately 30
The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake line fractured and the low brake fluid warning light illuminated; however, the cont
The contact owns a 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while at the dealer for a scheduled service appointment, the mechanic became aware that the rear frame and the sub frame connectors wer
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
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH around a curve at night, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the subframe and the vehicle unintendedly ve
2011 MERCEDES BENZ E 350. CONSUMER WRITES SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS MADE TO ROTTED SUBFRAME ON VEHICLE.
The contact owns a 2008 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while receiving an oil change, the independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with 50% frame loss. The contact referred the failure to TS
The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and started drifting to the left. The vehicle was towed to the re
2010 ford ranger rust of frame spare tire mount fell off, rear leaf springs mounting rusted off. rust hole in right frame. dealer: family ford, marietta,oh, and ford consumer service all giv
The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard an unusual noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and th
While driving home last night (with passenger), I experienced a sudden pull to left and wobble\oscillation of the car when I made steering corrections to prevent vehicle from going into oncoming traff
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