The phrase "a widespread problem of" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an issue that is prevalent or common in a particular context or area.
Example: "The community is facing a widespread problem of homelessness that requires immediate attention."
Alternatives: "a common issue of" or "a prevalent concern of".
They told The Independent: "There is no evidence of a widespread problem of sexual harassment at Oxford University.
The National Association of Head Teachers, which met in Liverpool over the weekend, highlighted a widespread problem of recruitment of senior staff.
The fact that this was not spotted by officers was part of a widespread problem of poor inspections and management of dangerous prisoners.
But doctors, clinic workers and other experts say her case is symptomatic of a widespread problem of sexual abuse of under-age girls — one that has long been neglected and may be getting worse.
A department official said the agency did not believe there was a widespread problem of inspectors misusing their time while on duty, and described the new system as one way to improve the accountability of the department and its inspectors.
Though China has begun to address a widespread problem of domestic violence, there are no specific laws regarding punishment or compensation, and it is still often regarded as a family matter.
In a speech to a Latino group earlier this month in Los Angeles, Mr. Tanner said that a disproportionate share of elderly minority voters did not have identification, but added that it was not a widespread problem because of their life expectancy.
With India's economy growing at roughly 8 percent a year, official corruption has become a widespread problem and a source of public disgust.
Although exposure to inorganic mercury is not a widespread problem in NYC, users of these products may be at risk of health effects from exposure.
The agency also told ABC News that it "disputes that theft is a widespread problem, saying the number of officers fired represents less than one-half of one percent of officers that have been employed by TSA".
Although baby smuggling is a widespread problem in this part of China, the case in March was unusual only because of the large number of babies involved, experts here said.
