Minor Rust
Front Crossmember Corrosion
Symptoms
Visible rust, scaling, or perforation of the front crossmember (visible from underneath the front of the car).
Cause
Road spray, mud, and trapped moisture attack the crossmember. It's a hidden area that's easy to overlook during casual inspections.
Fix
If surface rust only, clean, treat with rust converter, and protect.
If structurally compromised, the crossmember must be replaced, this is a major job requiring the front end to be disassembled.
Cost: $1,000-$3,000 for replacement.
Cost mentioned in fix
Cost: $1,000-$3,000 for replacement
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