Glossary / Engine

rear subframe

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Think of it as a frame at the back of the car that holds the parts that help you brake and steer when you’re going straight or turning.

Technical Definition

The rear subframe is a structural component that supports the rear suspension and braking system, often bolted to the vehicle's chassis.

Hear It Discussed

"That's the Honda City car. A few stats and specs. First of all, the rear subframe. It's got an elastically mounted rear subframe maximizing acoustic comfort while maintaining the same level of..."
Ferrari Luce, The DMV Fast Lane, Subliminal Wagons | Episode 1,047 Everyday Driver Car Debate 19:54

"this one [1097.6s] has 17 inch wheels uh which is required to fit over the brakes um the rear subframe is kind of wild [1105.1s] uh took picture of this too there was kind of a cold cradle"
An Actually Usable VW Bus: The Kindred EV Bus — Carmudgeon Ep 241 w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott The Carmudgeon Show 18:17

"Digital recall was It's like one sentence if you want to hear what the original Yeah, what was it? The [967.2s] problem centers around the rear subframe, which can corrode at suspension mounting..."
Ron Ananian, The Car Doctor - July 18, 2026 - Hour 1 - The Risk Is In The Repair Ron Ananian The Car Doctor 16:07