NHTSA Complaint #11570961 — 2011 MAZDA MAZDA6

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11570961
Vehicle	2011 MAZDA MAZDA6
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	February 8, 2024
Date Filed	February 9, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	IL

Consumer Description

Bought. A 2011 Mazda 6, and took it to a Mazda dealer for an inspection. They found the rear sub frame ie rear cradle to be extremely rusted out, the shocks on both side are detached, and the springs look like they may push through at any point and do more damage. The car is unsafe to drive and the dealer estimated a repair cost or $4322.99 to fix.

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