Frame And Members problems of the 2010 Mazda MAZDA6

The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while driving 40–45 mph, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The tpms warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the rear main sub frame was completely rusted. There was a crack detected in the middle of the sub frame. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear sub frame was rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer informed the contact that it was normal wear and tear, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormally loud sounds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear cross members and brakes needed to be replaced. The dealer advised the contact to not drive the vehicle until the repairs were performed. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the brakes; however, the rear cross members were not replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 186,000.