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The contact owns a 2006 Honda Element. The contact stated that while HIS son was driving approximately 55 MPH, the driver heard a loud clunking sound, and the rear of the vehicle suddenly became unstable. The driver stopped and inspected the vehicle, and it was discovered that the driver-??s side rear wheel was turned outward, and the rear driver-??s side trailing arm had detached from the frame of the vehicle due to severe rust. The vehicle was later towed to a welding shop. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 123,000.
: the contact stated the instrument panel on the vehicle was set too far into the dash to see the gauges effectively during daylight hours. The manufacturer was notified, and a case was opened. The vehicle was not taken in for service. Updated 10/04/06.
- Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
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- Duncansville, PA, USA