How common are suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6?

NHTSA lists 51 complaints in this area for the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, which is 38% of all 135 complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the years in this dataset.

Is there a recall related to suspension problems on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6?

The dataset provided shows no related_recalls listed specifically for this component on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, though sample complaints reference recall campaign numbers 16v593000 and 19v323000 covering suspension and structure.

At what mileage do these suspension problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6 is 108,000 miles.

Did suspension complaints cause crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to complaints in this component area for the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, with no fires reported.

2011 Mazda Mazda6 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Suspension, Wheels & Tires issues account for 51 of 135 complaints (38%) filed against the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, the highest share of any model year in this dataset. Owners report subframe corrosion, control arm failures, and steering loss, with a median failure mileage of 108,000 miles.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 51; 38% of 135
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 108,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front and rear subframes corrode and rust through over time, sometimes creating a visible hole near the spring mount.
Corroded subframes allow the lower control arm bolt to detach, letting the control arm break away and causing loss of vehicle control, in one case during highway driving at 60-65 MPH.
Owners report sudden loud noises from the front or rear of the car followed by difficulty steering straight, often requiring the wheel to be held to one side.
Some owners report that recall parts for the suspension/subframe corrosion campaign were unavailable, leaving the car undrivable for months.
Steering wheel rotation or pulling to the right occurs unexpectedly at moderate speeds, sometimes accompanied by traction or stability control warning lights.

When 2011 Mazda Mazda6 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 27, 2017, latest Sep 20, 2026.

51 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2017 to Sep 2026; peak Jul 2024 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2011 Mazda Mazda6

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Mazda6 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201051 (23%)
201151 (38%)
20129 (9%)
20135 (22%)
201413 (9%)
201510 (17%)
201611 (14%)
20172 (3%)
20184 (7%)
20190 (0%)
20200 (0%)
20210 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6?: NHTSA lists 51 complaints in this area for the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, which is 38% of all 135 complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the years in this dataset.
Is there a recall related to suspension problems on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6?: The dataset provided shows no related_recalls listed specifically for this component on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, though sample complaints reference recall campaign numbers 16v593000 and 19v323000 covering suspension and structure.
At what mileage do these suspension problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2011 Mazda Mazda6 is 108,000 miles.
Did suspension complaints cause crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to complaints in this component area for the 2011 Mazda Mazda6, with no fires reported.