NHTSA Complaint #11700788 — 2011 MAZDA MAZDA6

UNKNOWN OR OTHER issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11700788
Vehicle	2011 MAZDA MAZDA6
Component	UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Date of Incident	November 21, 2025
Date Filed	November 21, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	OH

Consumer Description

When I took the car into my ASE mechanic shop for a normal oil change and tire rotation, they performed a general overall car inspection. They noticed that the Driver Side Rear Subframe had rusted through completely, where the coil spring is located. The passenger side was rusted, but has not yet broke through. They stated that the subframe parts should not rust through like this. They also stated that it is dangerous to drive the car in this condition. I have not notified the manufacturer as of yet, but plan to do so. There were no warning lights, but the ride did seem to be rougher than normal. The attach photos contain 2 photos of the failed driver side rear subframe and 1 photo of the good, passenger side rear subframe.

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