Cars with the most suspension problems

Ranking of the cars we have analysed by the severity and frequency of their documented suspension faults. Each fault links to its page: symptoms, cost, how to check it and sources.

Of the 522 cars we have analysed, 270 have documented suspension faults. The one with the most accumulated risk is the Opel Vivaro C, because of “front suspension arm bolts and joint that break through corrosion”; it is followed by the Peugeot Expert III and the Ford Transit. For 252 we have found no documented suspension faults.

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Rank 1
Opel Vivaro C
Van and combi · 3 suspension faults
5.0 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront suspension arm bolts and joint that break through corrosionYes: Opel campaign KN4 covers Vivaros built between 23 September 2020 and 30 June 2022 because the fixing bolts and the joint of the front arms can break through corrosion and make the car steer unpredictably. In the United Kingdom the bolts and bushes on both sides are replaced.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear suspension springs incorrectly fitted or with a badly welded locating cupYes: in 2024 Opel recalled (KN6) Vivaros built between 10 January and 28 June 2024 for having incorrectly fitted rear springs, which can come out of their seat, and in 2021 there was another campaign over a badly welded rear spring locating cup in 53 units in the United Kingdom.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionShock absorber mounting to the bodywork with insufficient tightening torqueYes: Opel campaign KRM covers Vivaros built between 10 July 2024 and 13 February 2025 because the mounting of a shock absorber to the bodywork was fitted with insufficient tightening torque (90 Nm measured), with a risk of it breaking and the vehicle going out of control.
Rank 2
Peugeot Expert III
Van and combi · 3 suspension faults
5.0 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront suspension arms: mounting bolts and joint broken by corrosionIn September 2025 a Peugeot recall (Safety Gate SR/03211/25) was published for Expert and Traveller vehicles built between September 2020 and June 2022: the mounting bolts and the joint of the front arms can break because of corrosion, causing unpredictable steering behaviour.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear suspension spring: badly welded centring pin (2021) and incorrectly fitted springs (2024)Peugeot has recalled Expert and Traveller vehicles over a badly welded rear spring centring pin (April 2021, 371 vehicles) and incorrectly fitted rear axle springs (February-June 2024, 1,662 vehicles): the spring can come loose and fall onto the road.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionShock absorber mounting to the bodywork with insufficient tightening torqueA Peugeot recall (MWE, Safety Gate SR/01285/25) covers Expert vehicles built between July 2024 and February 2025: the mounting of a shock absorber to the bodywork was fitted with insufficient tightening torque (90 Nm measured) and can break, causing loss of control of the vehicle.
Rank 3
Ford Transit
Van and combi · 3 suspension faults
5.2 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionLower suspension arms with missing, partial or insufficiently penetrating weldsTwo 2020 recalls (20S47 and 20S53) affect the Transit's lower suspension arms: in units built from October 2019 to July 2020, welds may be missing or partial, and in units built from June to September 2020 the weld penetration on the left-hand arm does not meet the specification. There is a risk of breakage and an accident.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionInsufficient rear axle lubrication causing rear wheel bearing failureRecall 24S57 covers Transits built between 26 September 2023 and 29 April 2024: the rear axle may not be lubricated enough, which causes the wheel bearings to malfunction and can lock the rear wheels, with a loss of control.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCracked rear anti-roll bar on the 2015 TransitIn 2015 a warning was issued that the rear anti-roll bar on some dual rear wheel and single rear wheel 440E Transits could crack and compromise the vehicle's handling. It affects units built from 14 March to 21 October 2015.
Rank 4
Audi Q8
Mid-size SUV · 3 suspension faults
5.5 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the rear axle arm eccentric bolt nutsAudi recalled the Q8 built between 7 November 2019 and 16 April 2021 because the nuts of the rear axle arm eccentric bolt can break through stress corrosion. The Safety Gate alert indicates a risk of accident.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionUneven rear tyre wear due to changes in rear axle toe and camberAudi recalled the Q8 from November 2019 to April 2021 because the toe or camber of the rear axle can change and wear the rear tyres faster and unevenly. A tyre worn down to the carcass can suddenly lose pressure.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront shock absorber fork with a casting defect that may breakIn 2019 Audi recalled the first Q8s, built in November and December 2018, because a front suspension component might not be strong enough and could break over time. The DVSA pins it down to a casting defect in the shock absorber fork.
Rank 5
Fiat Scudo III
Van and combi · 2 suspension faults
5.7 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear suspension springs incorrectly fitted: they can come out of their seatFiat recalled 203 Scudos built between 16 February and 28 June 2024: the rear suspension springs may have been fitted incorrectly, risking loss of control of the vehicle and the spring coming out of its seat and falling onto the road.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionInsufficient tightening torque on the bolted shock absorber connectionA recall listed by Germany's KBA covers 2,244 Scudos built between 10 July 2024 and 13 February 2025: the tightening torque of the bolted shock absorber connection is insufficient and the mounting can be lost, with a risk of losing control of the car.
Rank 6
Tesla Model Y
Mid-size SUV · 2 suspension faults
5.7 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRecall for insufficient mounting of the front suspension arms (built 2020-2021)In December 2021 Tesla recalled Model Y and Model 3 cars built up to June 2021 because the mounting of the front suspension arms could be insufficient, with a risk of losing control of the vehicle.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRecall for possible breakage of the front wheel hub assembly (built 2020-2021)In April 2022 Tesla recalled Model Y cars built between June 2020 and November 2021 over a possible failure of the front wheel hub assembly, with a risk of losing control of the vehicle.
Rank 7
Toyota ProAce II
Van and combi · 2 suspension faults
5.7 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear suspension spring: badly welded bracket (2021) and incorrectly fitted springs (2024)Toyota has recalled the Proace over the rear spring bracket (weld out of specification, April 2021) and over incorrectly fitted rear springs (2024, 497 vehicles): in the latter case the spring can come out of its seat and fall onto the road.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSuspension arm bolts and lower arm ball joint (2016-2018)In March 2019 Toyota recalled Proace vehicles built between 2016 and 2018 over three suspension defects: deformed front and rear arm bolts that could break or come loose, and a lower arm ball joint that could become loose.
Rank 8
Volkswagen Touareg III
Mid-size SUV · 2 suspension faults
5.7 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear axle control arm nuts that can break through stress corrosionVolkswagen recalled 3,741 Touareg IIIs built between September and November 2020 because the nuts on the rear axle arm's eccentric bolt could break through stress corrosion and the axle could shift at high speed. The DVSA (87 cars in the UK) refers to nuts made of non-conforming material and replaces them.
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront shock absorber fork with a casting defect that can make it breakVolkswagen recalled Touareg IIIs built in late 2018 (code 40O3) because the front axle shock absorber fork might lack the right stiffness owing to a temperature error in casting and could break, with a risk of the tyre rubbing on the wheel arch. The DVSA counts 10 cars in the UK and replaces the parts.
Rank 9
Audi e-tron
Mid-size SUV · 2 suspension faults
6.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the rear axle arm eccentric bolt nutsAudi recalled several models, including the e-tron, built between 7 November 2019 and 16 April 2021 because the nuts on the rear axle arm's eccentric bolt can break through stress corrosion, with a risk of accident.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionUneven rear tyre wear caused by changes in the rear axle toe and camberAudi recalled the e-tron built from November 2019 to April 2021 because the toe or camber of the rear axle can change and wear the rear tyres faster and unevenly. A tyre worn down to the carcass can suddenly lose pressure.
Rank 10
Audi Q7 4M
Mid-size SUV · 2 suspension faults
6.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the rear axle arm eccentric bolt nutsAudi recalled the Q7 built between 7 November 2019 and 16 April 2021 because the nuts of the rear axle arm eccentric bolt can break through stress corrosion. The Safety Gate alert indicates a risk of accident.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionUneven rear tyre wear due to changes in rear axle toe and camberAudi recalled the Q7 from November 2019 to April 2021 because the toe or camber of the rear axle can change and wear the rear tyres faster and unevenly. A tyre worn down to the carcass can suddenly lose pressure.
Rank 11
Fiat Ducato III
Van and combi · 2 suspension faults
6.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionNon-conforming steering knuckle: the wheel axle can break (2019 and 2020 units)Yes: Fiat issued a recall (code 6291) for Ducatos built in 2019 (55,842 units worldwide) because the wheel axle could be faulty and break, affecting the steering and handling. The DVSA, with the same reference, describes it as non-conforming steering knuckles.
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonSuspensionWear of the upper shock absorber mounts and front axle ball jointsIt is a known weak point: the 2025 TÜV report on commercial vehicles highlights frequent complaints about the Ducato's front axle, and promobil places it, with the Boxer and Jumper, above average for springs, shock absorbers and axle suspension. CAT cites the upper mounts and the ball joints.
Rank 12
Opel Zafira Life
Van and combi · 2 suspension faults
6.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront suspension arms: fixing bolts and ball joint broken by corrosionYes: Opel's KN4 recall covers Zafira Life vehicles built between 23 September 2020 and 30 June 2022, because the fixing bolts and the ball joint of the front arms may break through corrosion. There are 76,778 vehicles in total across several models.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear suspension spring with a poorly welded centraliser (April 2021)Only in a very small batch: Opel recalled 371 vehicles (Zafira Life and Vivaro) built between 15 and 21 April 2021, because the centring pivot of the rear spring may be poorly welded and the spring could come loose.
Rank 13
Porsche Macan I
Compact SUV · 2 suspension faults
6.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionShock absorber bolts wrongly tightened several times (recall AMA8)Only on very specific units: recall AMA8 affects Macans built in January and February 2021 (159 cars worldwide according to the Safety Gate), on which some bolted shock absorber connections may have been wrongly tightened several times, with a risk of unstable driving. The bolts are replaced and, at the front, the mounts too.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront axle control arm bolts and other parts out of standard specification (recall AH11)A Safety Gate alert from February 2019 (recall AH11) covers Macans built in 2014-2015 that might not meet the standard specifications in safety assemblies; the alert cites as examples the seats, the front axle control arm bolts and brake components. It does not detail the remedy or the number of cars.
Rank 14
Porsche Taycan
Saloon · 2 suspension faults
6.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSuspension bolts and arms out of specification on the first Taycans (recalls AMA3, AMB2 and AMC3)Yes, in specific batches from 2020 and 2021: three recalls cover Taycans with poorly tightened suspension threaded connections (AMA3), the front right lower arm out of specification (AMB2) and badly fitted rear arm connections (AMC3), which the Safety Gate links to arms that could come loose and cause a loss of stability.
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront air spring retaining ring incorrectly fitted (loss of suspension air)Yes, on specific units: two recalls (ANB8 in 2022-2023 and ASA6 in 2025) cover Taycans whose front air spring may have the upper retaining ring badly made or badly fitted, with air escaping from the suspension and altered handling. The springs are checked and, if necessary, replaced or the ring is reworked.
Rank 15
Land Rover Range Rover Evoque I
Compact SUV · 2 suspension faults
6.4 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront lower arm to knuckle bolt incorrectly tightened (2016 recall)In 2016 Land Rover recalled 343 Evoque models built between March and August 2016 in the UK: the bolt joining the front lower arm to the knuckle may have been incorrectly tightened and fatigue early, with a risk of the joint separating.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionKnocks and creaks from the rear suspension caused by worn bushes and mountsCarbuyer cites dull knocking from the rear as a common and expensive fault of the Evoque I. A workshop source attributes it to worn rear anti-roll bar bushes, and one owner replaced the rear shock absorber mounts after very few kilometres.
Rank 16
Mercedes-Benz Clase R W251
MPV · 2 suspension faults
6.4 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront and rear axle mounting bolts incorrectly tightened (2014-2015 units)In 2017 Mercedes recalled R-Class, M-Class and GLE models built between September 2014 and March 2015 because the front and rear axle bolts might not be properly secured, with a risk of overloading the remaining bolt and losing control.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionWear and failure of the Airmatic air suspensionA second-hand buying guide from Diariomotor identifies the Airmatic air suspension as the R-Class point whose good condition is decisive in avoiding costly repairs, and even recommends preferring the conventional suspension. The guide gives no figures for faults or cost.
Rank 17
Opel Corsa E
Small family car · 2 suspension faults
6.4 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionPossible failure of the joint between the steering knuckle and the lower suspension armYes: in 2015 Opel recalled the 2014-2016 Corsa E and Adam because the connection between the steering knuckle and the lower suspension arm could fail, with a risk of loss of stability and control of the car.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSprings, shock absorbers and steering joints flagged by the TÜVAccording to the TÜV report cited by Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, the Corsa E frequently shows defects in the springs and shock absorbers, and also in the steering joints and the braking system.
Rank 18
Opel Insignia A
Saloon · 2 suspension faults
6.4 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorroded and possibly broken rear track rods (2022 recall)In 2022 Opel recalled Insignia A vehicles built between December 2007 and July 2013 because the rear axle track rods may break through corrosion and affect stability.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionLeaking FlexRide adaptive dampersgebrauchtwagenberater.de identifies as a known problem that the dampers of the FlexRide adaptive chassis lose their seal at around 150,000 km; in Germany they cost €400–500 each, with refurbished alternatives.Appears at around 150,000 km
Rank 19
Porsche Panamera I
Saloon · 2 suspension faults
6.4 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionDefective front right wheel carrier due to a manufacturing fault (recall ARA1)Yes, but it affects very few units: recall ARA1 from 2024 covers Panamera of the 970 series built between July 2009 and June 2016 whose front right wheel carrier may have a manufacturing defect and break. According to the DVSA, the defective part was fitted during repairs at a Porsche centre and affected only 3 cars in the UK.
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionLeaks in the air suspension shock absorbers and compressor wearOn Panameras fitted with air suspension, owner reports and a technical article cite air shock absorbers that lose air or fail, and a compressor that becomes noisy and struggles to raise the car. There is no official recall: the data consists of owner reports and a workshop article, with no euro prices.
Rank 20
Volvo V70 II
Saloon · 2 suspension faults
6.4 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRecall: the lower front shock absorber ball joint nut may lose tensionVolvo recalled the S60, S80 and V70 in January 2004 because the nut joining the lower ball joint of the front shock absorber to the suspension arm could lose tension due to an out-of-specification tolerance. It was corrected with a modified nut (DVSA R/2004/012; 9,735 vehicles in the United Kingdom).
- Medium severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionWear of the suspension wishbones and shock absorber top mounts on the front axleGebrauchtwagenberater identifies the front axle as the big weak point of the 2000-2007 V70: faulty wishbones (Querlenker) and shock absorber top mounts (Domlager) are «not a rarity». It also points to frequent wear of the wheel bearings.
Rank 21
Opel Mokka B
Small SUV · 2 suspension faults
6.6 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFront suspension springs incorrectly seated in part of the late-2021 productionfiches-auto.fr documents a 2022 campaign on certain Mokka Bs built in November 2021 in which the front suspension spring could be incorrectly positioned, with a risk of corrosion and, eventually, the spring breaking with loss of steering ability.
- High severityFrequency: RareSuspensionFaulty bolting of the suspension arm (built February 2021)A 2021 recall affected 24 Mokkas built between 11 and 24 February 2021: the bolting of a control arm may have been faulty and could compromise stability.
Rank 22
Opel Crossland
Small SUV · 3 suspension faults
6.7 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRisk of cracks in the rear axle crossmember (two campaigns: 2019 and 2022)Opel has recalled the Crossland X twice for the same weak point: the rear axle crossmember can crack because the steel is not hard enough, first on 2019 units and again on 1,109 units built between 26 May and 15 June 2022.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSprings, shock absorbers, headlights and brake discs flagged by the TÜVAccording to the TÜV as reported by Gebrauchtwagenberater.de, the Crossland X fails more often than usual on springs, shock absorbers, headlights and brake discs.
- Low severityFrequency: RareSuspensionCreaking in the steering from the upper shock absorber mountsGebrauchtwagenberater.de cites a loud creak when turning the steering wheel as an early problem on the Crossland X, caused by the upper shock absorber mounts, which could only be resolved by replacing them.
Rank 23
Citroën C5 II
Saloon · 1 suspension fault
6.8 out of 10suspension score
- High severityFrequency: CommonSuspensionLoss of ride height, leaks and failure of the Hydractive suspensionIn a reliability survey with 650 reviews of the C5 II (2008-2017), the suspension and shock absorbers account for 62 cases; a German used-car guide adds leaks from the hydropneumatic sphere cylinders and hydraulic block failures beyond a certain mileage on versions with Hydractive 3+ suspension.Appears at around 90,000 km
Rank 24
Hyundai Elantra I
Compact · 2 suspension faults
6.8 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the front suspension arms (2012 recall)Yes: in 2012 a recall was issued for 2002-2003 Elantras because the front suspension arms can corrode from the inside until they weaken and break, with a risk of losing directional control. In Germany the repair, which keeps the healthy arm or replaces the damaged one, is free and takes one hour.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionWear of the anti-roll bar links, lower arm bushes and front shock absorber mountsAccording to a press review of the used Elantra XD, the first suspension parts to give up are usually the anti-roll bar links, the rear bush of the front lower arm and the shock absorber mounts; most of the original components lasted between 60,000 and 100,000 km, and the warning sign is noise, which appears with very little wear.Appears at around 60,000 km
Rank 25
Hyundai Trajet
MPV · 2 suspension faults
6.8 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the rear suspension armsIt does exist: Britain's DVSA recalled Trajets (and Santa Fes) built between 2000 and 2004 because corrosion could weaken the rear arms until they broke and affect steering control. The check measures the thickness of the metal and either applies wax or replaces the arms.
- Low severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionPremature wear of the upper front shock absorber mountsAccording to German Wikipedia, the upper front shock absorber mounts on the Trajet were not adapted to the MPV's greater weight and wear out early, with dull knocks when turning the steering wheel. It usually affects the left side more, where a rainwater drainage channel can drip onto the mount.
Rank 26
BMW Serie 3 E46
Saloon · 2 suspension faults
6.8 out of 10suspension score
- High severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCracks in the rear subframe mountingsOn the oldest cars (before March 2000, according to gebrauchtwagenberater.de), cracks can appear at the points where the rear subframe is mounted to the body, especially on six-cylinder versions; BMW offered a preventive resin sealing as an alternative to a full repair.
- Medium severityFrequency: CommonSuspensionWear of the suspension bushes, ball joints and bushingsWith mileage, the suspension arm bushes, ball joints and bushings wear and cause vibrations, noises and less precise steering; fiches-auto.fr describes it as very recurrent between 60,000 and 180,000 km.Repair (garage): €300–€600Appears at around 60,000 km
Rank 27
Audi A4 B9
Saloon · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the rear multi-link axle eccentric boltsYes: Audi recalled A4 B9s built between November 2019 and April 2021 because the eccentric bolts that secure the rear axle arm can corrode and break. A second campaign in 2022, for the same build period, extended the recall to uneven tyre wear caused by the same loss of geometry.Repair: €0
Rank 28
Audi Q5 II
Mid-size SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion of the eccentric bolts on the multi-link rear axleYes: Audi recalled Q5 II cars built between November 2019 and April 2021 because the eccentric bolts that secure the rear axle arm can corrode and break. A second campaign in 2022, for the same build period, extended the recall to the uneven tyre wear caused by the same loss of geometry.Repair: €0
Rank 29
BMW X6 G06
Mid-size SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFaulty weld on the front axle carrier (subframe)In December 2020 the Safety Gate published a BMW recall because the weld on the front axle carrier was not made to specification on X6s built between May and October 2020: the crossmember thrust bars may come loose and the bearing bracket may crack, with a risk of losing control of the wheels and of an accident.
Rank 30
Citroën C3 Aircross I
Small SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCracks in the rear axle crossmember due to insufficient steel hardness (built May-June 2022)Citroën recalled C3 Aircross I cars built between 24 May and 15 June 2022 because the rear axle crossmember may have insufficient steel hardness and crack, which compromises the mounting of the rear suspension.
Rank 31
Citroën C4 III
Compact · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCracks or fractures in the rear axle (built January-February 2023)Citroën recalled C4 III cars built between 26 January and 24 February 2023 because the rear axle may not meet specifications and may show cracks or fractures.
Rank 32
Citroën C4 X
Compact · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear axle cracks or fracture due to faulty welding (built January and February 2023)Yes: on C4 X cars built between 27 January and 24 February 2023 the rear axle may develop cracks or fractures because of a faulty weld, which worsens handling and increases the risk of an accident. Citroën is addressing it with a 2024 recall and a second alert in 2026 covering a wider period.
Rank 33
Citroën Jumpy III
Van and combi · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionCorrosion in the bolt and bushes of the front suspension armYes: a Stellantis and Toyota campaign (November 2025) inspects the front suspension arm mounting of the Jumpy and Spacetourer because corrosion can weaken the bolt and even break it, with partial loss of control of the car. The inspection and, if needed, replacement of the parts are free.
Rank 34
DS DS 7 Crossback
Compact SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRecurring rear axle mounting problems across three successive campaigns (2019-2023)DS has recalled the DS7 Crossback in three successive campaigns over rear axle mounting problems: an unstable mounting (built 2019-2020), cracks on the hybrid version (2020) and a badly fitted adjustment element with a risk of loss of control (2022-2023).
Rank 35
Ford Ranger
Mid-size SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear axle differential failure under heavy load and loss of tractionCampaign 22S30 covers 43,545 Rangers built from 1 September 2018 to 31 May 2019: under heavy loads, the rear axle differential can fail and leave the car without traction or lock the rear wheels.
Rank 36
Ford Transit Custom
Van and combi · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionLower suspension arms with missing, partial or insufficiently penetrated weldsTwo 2020 campaigns (20S47 and 20S53) affect the Transit Custom's lower suspension arms: on vehicles from October 2019 to July 2020 welds may be missing or partial, and on vehicles from June to September 2020 the weld penetration of the left arm does not meet the specification. There is a risk of breakage and of an accident.
Rank 37
Mazda CX-7
Mid-size SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionLower front suspension ball joint that can seize or break through corrosionYes: a recall covers CX-7s built between May 2007 and August 2012 because water can get into the lower front suspension ball joint and cause corrosion and seizing; in the worst case the ball joint breaks and control of the steering can be lost. The complete lower arm is replaced.
Rank 38
Mercedes-Benz Clase V W447
MPV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionSuspension wishbone with insufficient welding and risk of breaking (November and December 2019)Yes: Safety Gate alert A12/01136/21 affects 165 V-Class and Vito models built between 25 November and 19 December 2019 because insufficient welding can break the suspension wishbone and make it harder to brake and steer the car.
Rank 39
Mercedes-Benz GLC X254
Mid-size SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionFaulty welding of the rear axle subframe mounts with risk of breakageYes: a Mercedes recall (code 3594808; KBA 14674R; Safety Gate alert SR/00587/25) covers just 127 vehicles, GLC and E-Class built between 12 April and 2 December 2024: the weld on the rear axle subframe mounts can break while driving and affect wheel guidance.
Rank 40
Mercedes-Benz SLC R172
Saloon · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionDefective nuts on the rear axle tie rod ball jointYes, there was a preventive campaign: some SLCs built between January and May 2016 may have been fitted with nuts that do not hold the tightening tension at the ball joint of the rear axle tie rod. If it worked loose, control of the car could be reduced; the official service checks it with the chassis number.
Rank 41
Mercedes-Benz SLK R172
Saloon · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionDefective nuts on the rear axle track rod ball jointYes, there was a precautionary campaign: some SLKs built in the first months of 2016 may have nuts that do not hold their tension at the rear track rod ball joint. If it loosened, the car's handling could get worse; the official dealer checks this using the chassis number.
Rank 42
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 906
Van and combi · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionBreakage of the leaf spring or its mount on the rear axleTwo separate campaigns have affected the rear leaf springs: one for units built between September 2009 and February 2011 (a weld bead on the leaf spring seat that can break) and another from April to November 2016 (a leaf spring mount that can split and lead to the spring breaking). Both can cause a loss of control.
Rank 43
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 907
Van and combi · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear axle leaf spring defects: breakage and untempered clampsTwo campaigns affect the rear leaf springs: one for cars built between March 2018 and January 2019, whose leaf springs could break because of a manufacturing defect, and another from 2023 (1,655 cars) for untempered leaf spring clamps that can give insufficient preload and tilt the rear axle.
Rank 44
Mercedes-Benz Vito W447
Van and combi · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionInsufficient welding of the suspension transverse arm with risk of breakage (November and December 2019)Yes: 165 Vito and V-Class vehicles built between 25 November and 19 December 2019 may have a suspension transverse arm with insufficient welding that could break and impair braking and steering. Safety Gate classified it as an accident risk (alert 30/2021).
Rank 45
Opel Grandland I
Compact SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionBreakage of the lower front suspension arm ball joint bolts (2024 build)Opel and Peugeot have recalled more than 32,000 Grandland, 3008 and 5008 models built between 2023 and 2025 because the bolts that fix the ball joint to the lower front suspension arm can break; if that happens, the wheel stops responding to the steering and the car can become uncontrollable.
Rank 46
Opel Signum
Saloon · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear hub bearing with incorrect hardening (2005 recall)In December 2005 Vauxhall (Opel) recalled 783 Signums in the UK because the hardening of the inner ring of the rear wheel bearing may have been incorrect: a dull noise could appear and, in extreme cases, the hub could come loose. The date stamped on the hub is checked and the assembly is replaced if necessary.
Rank 47
Peugeot 408
Compact · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionIncorrect tightening torque on chassis connections (2022-2023 campaign)Peugeot recalled 408 cars built between 22 August 2022 and 9 January 2023 (code MEQ) because incorrect tightening torque on several chassis connections could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle.
Rank 48
Peugeot 508 II
Saloon · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionProduction campaigns on the rear axle: mounting (2020) and cracks in the stub axles (2021)The Peugeot 508 II had two separate production campaigns relating to the rear axle: in 2020 for a mounting problem that could cause unstable handling, and in 2021 for possible cracks in the rear stub axles.
Rank 49
Renault Fluence
Compact · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear axle stub axle bolt badly tightened on cars from February 2016Yes: Safety Gate alert A12/1664/16 covers Fluence cars built between 1 and 17 February 2016, because the rear stub axle bolt (right, left or both) may have been left untightened or badly tightened, with a risk of sudden loss of the wheel. It is a preventive and very narrow recall.
Rank 50
Suzuki S-Cross I
Compact SUV · 1 suspension fault
7.1 out of 10suspension score
- Critical severityFrequency: OccasionalSuspensionRear axle bolts without the coating that stops them working looseS-Cross vehicles built between 29 October and 17 December 2015 may have left the factory with rear axle mounting bolts lacking the friction-increasing coating, so they could work loose, come off or break and leave the car unable to be driven. It was put right with a recall in 2016.
Rank 51Tesla Model 3 · 1 suspension fault7.1 out of 10
Rank 52Volkswagen Jetta VI · 1 suspension fault7.1 out of 10
Rank 53Volvo S80 I · 1 suspension fault7.1 out of 10
Rank 54Ford Kuga I · 2 suspension faults7.1 out of 10
Rank 55Volkswagen Tiguan I · 2 suspension faults7.1 out of 10
Rank 56Ford Fiesta V · 2 suspension faults7.3 out of 10
Rank 57Toyota RAV4 V · 2 suspension faults7.5 out of 10
Rank 58Volkswagen Passat B8 · 2 suspension faults7.5 out of 10
Rank 59Audi A5 II · 3 suspension faults7.6 out of 10
Rank 60Rover 75 · 2 suspension faults7.7 out of 10
Rank 61Audi A4 B7 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 62Audi A6 C6 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 63Audi A8 D4 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 64BMW Serie 1 E87 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 65BMW Serie 5 Gran Turismo F07 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 66BMW X3 E83 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 67Citroën Berlingo II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 68Citroën C3 I · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 69Citroën C3 II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 70Citroën C4 I · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 71Cupra León · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 72Dacia Sandero II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 73Fiat Doblò II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 74Fiat Stilo · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 75Ford C-Max I · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 76Ford Focus II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 77Ford Mondeo III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 78Ford S-Max II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 79Honda Civic VIII · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 80Hyundai i30 III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 81Jaguar XF I · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 82Land Rover Defender II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 83Land Rover Discovery 3 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 84Land Rover Discovery 4 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 85Mercedes-Benz Clase C W205 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 86Mercedes-Benz Clase S W220 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 87Mercedes-Benz Clase S W222 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 88Mercedes-Benz CLS C219 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 89Mercedes-Benz GLB X247 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 90Mercedes-Benz GLC X253 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 91Nissan NV400 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 92Opel Astra G · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 93Opel Movano B · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 94Opel Vectra C · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 95Peugeot 206 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 96Peugeot 407 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 97Peugeot Partner II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 98Renault Kangoo II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 99Renault Laguna II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 100Renault Laguna III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 101Renault Master III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 102Renault Twingo III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 103Seat Ibiza III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 104Škoda Fabia I · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 105Škoda Superb III · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 106Toyota Yaris II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 107Volkswagen Caddy V · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 108Volkswagen Passat B7 · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 109Volkswagen Sharan II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 110Volkswagen Touran I · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 111Volvo V60 II · 1 suspension fault7.9 out of 10
Rank 112Audi Q7 4L · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 113Cupra Formentor · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 114Mercedes-Benz Clase E W212 · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 115Nissan Micra V · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 116Peugeot 107 · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 117Peugeot 2008 I · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 118Seat León II · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 119Volvo XC70 II · 2 suspension faults7.9 out of 10
Rank 120Audi A6 C7 · 3 suspension faults8.0 out of 10
Rank 121Audi A6 C8 · 2 suspension faults8.0 out of 10
Rank 122Audi A8 D5 · 2 suspension faults8.0 out of 10
Rank 123Peugeot 308 II · 2 suspension faults8.0 out of 10
Rank 124Citroën Berlingo I · 2 suspension faults8.2 out of 10
Rank 125Mazda 5 I · 2 suspension faults8.2 out of 10
Rank 126Peugeot Partner I · 2 suspension faults8.2 out of 10
Rank 127Renault Espace V · 2 suspension faults8.2 out of 10
Rank 128Suzuki Ignis I · 2 suspension faults8.2 out of 10
Rank 129Suzuki Swift III · 2 suspension faults8.2 out of 10
Rank 130Fiat Panda III · 2 suspension faults8.4 out of 10
Rank 131Abarth 500 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 132Alfa Romeo 147 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 133Alfa Romeo 166 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 134Alfa Romeo GT · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 135Audi A1 I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 136Audi A7 C7 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 137Audi A7 C8 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 138BMW Serie 1 F20 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 139BMW Serie 2 Active Tourer F45 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 140BMW Serie 3 E90 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 141BMW Serie 3 F30 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 142BMW Serie 5 E60 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 143BMW Serie 5 F10 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 144BMW Serie 6 E63/E64 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 145BMW X1 E84 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 146BMW X1 F48 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 147BMW X3 G01 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 148Citroën C1 I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 149Citroën C4 Cactus · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 150Citroën C4 II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 151Dacia Duster II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 152Dacia Sandero I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 153Fiat 500 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 154Fiat Panda II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 155Fiat Punto III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 156Hyundai Bayon · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 157Hyundai i20 I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 158Hyundai Tucson I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 159Jeep Wrangler JK · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 160Kia Ceed I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 161Kia Sportage III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 162Land Rover Discovery 5 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 163Land Rover Range Rover Velar · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 164Mazda 2 II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 165Mazda 3 II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 166Mazda 6 II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 167Mazda CX-3 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 168Mercedes-Benz Clase B W245 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 169Mercedes-Benz Clase C W203 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 170Mercedes-Benz Clase C W204 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 171Mercedes-Benz Clase E W211 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 172Mercedes-Benz Clase E W213 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 173Mercedes-Benz Clase E W214 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 174Mercedes-Benz Clase M W164 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 175MINI Cooper F55 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 176MINI Countryman F60 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 177Nissan Leaf I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 178Nissan Micra III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 179Nissan Note I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 180Nissan Primastar · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 181Nissan Qashqai II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 182Nissan X-Trail II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 183Nissan X-Trail III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 184Opel Astra J · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 185Opel Mokka A · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 186Opel Zafira A · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 187Opel Zafira Tourer C · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 188Peugeot 207 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 189Peugeot 208 I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 190Peugeot 3008 II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 191Peugeot 3008 III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 192Peugeot 307 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 193Porsche Cayenne I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 194Porsche Cayenne II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 195Renault Modus · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 196Renault Twingo II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 197Seat Altea · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 198Seat León I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 199Seat León III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 200Seat León IV · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 201Seat Mii · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 202Škoda Citigo · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 203Škoda Octavia I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 204Škoda Octavia II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 205Subaru Forester III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 206Subaru Forester IV · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 207Suzuki Grand Vitara II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 208Suzuki SX4 · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 209Toyota Corolla IX · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 210Toyota RAV4 III · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 211Volkswagen Golf VI · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 212Volkswagen Golf VII · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 213Volkswagen Touareg II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 214Volvo V60 I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 215Volvo XC90 I · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 216Volvo XC90 II · 1 suspension fault8.6 out of 10
Rank 217Suzuki Swift IV · 2 suspension faults8.6 out of 10
Rank 218Alfa Romeo Giulietta · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 219Audi Q2 · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 220Citroën C3 III · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 221Ford EcoSport · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 222Ford Fiesta VII · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 223Ford Fiesta VIII · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 224Ford Focus IV · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 225Iveco Daily VI · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 226Jaguar XJ X351 · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 227Mercedes-Benz CLK C208 · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 228Toyota Yaris III · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 229Volkswagen Arteon · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 230Volkswagen Caddy III · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 231Volkswagen Golf IV · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 232Volkswagen Golf V · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 233Volkswagen Polo IV · 1 suspension fault8.9 out of 10
Rank 234Hyundai i30 I · 2 suspension faults8.9 out of 10
Rank 235Nissan Juke I · 2 suspension faults8.9 out of 10
Rank 236BMW X2 F39 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 237BMW X3 F25 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 238BMW X5 E70 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 239BMW X5 F15 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 240Citroën C5 X · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 241Fiat 500L · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 242Honda CR-V III · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 243Honda CR-V IV · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 244Kia Carens IV · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 245Kia Cerato I · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 246Mazda 3 I · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 247Mazda 3 III · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 248Mazda CX-5 I · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 249Mazda MX-5 III · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 250Mercedes-Benz Clase B W246 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 251MG ZS I · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 252MINI Cooper R56 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 253Mitsubishi Colt VI · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 254Nissan Qashqai I · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 255Peugeot 308 I · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 256Renault Captur II · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 257Renault Clio IV · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 258Renault Kadjar · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 259Renault Mégane III · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 260Renault Talisman · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 261Seat Toledo III · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 262Škoda Enyaq · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 263Škoda Rapid · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 264Škoda Yeti · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 265Volkswagen ID.3 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 266Volkswagen ID.4 · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 267Volkswagen Polo V · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 268Volvo V40 II · 1 suspension fault9.3 out of 10
Rank 269Škoda Fabia III · 1 suspension fault9.6 out of 10
Rank 270Volvo V70 III · 1 suspension fault9.6 out of 10

No documented suspension faults

We have found no reliable sources reporting suspension faults on these cars. That does not mean they never fail: maintenance and use count as much as design.