Table 1 shows one common equipment related problems of the 2009 Honda Element.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Equipment problems |
There is corrosion on the rear trailing arm and surrounding area. Also rust is forming on rear subframe / crossmembers and the front subframe. Over time, this can result in premature structural failure and catastrophic accident. It poses a serious safety risk. It affects the structural integrity of the suspension system. There’s no recall even though multiple complaints exist for similar make/model.