2005 Honda Element suspension problems
13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2005 Honda Element — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2005 Honda Element. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle began to tilt sideways while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled off to the shoulder of the roadway. Upon…”
filed Jul 29, 2025
“The contact owns a 2005 Honda Element. The contact stated while inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear trailing arm mount was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to an independent frame mechanic, where the contact was informed that the rear trailing arm mount could fracture…”
filed Sep 4, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Element years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 Element | 6 | 20% |
| 2009 Element | 6 | 21% |
| 2008 Element | 23 | 21% |
| 2007 Element | 14 | 13% |
| 2006 Element | 10 | 8% |
| 2004 Element | 16 | 6% |
| 2003 Element | 25 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Honda Element
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.