Tesla Model Y Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 318 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the Tesla Model Y across 7 model years. The 2023 model year has the most (131). The words owners use most often: “control arm” (29% of reports).
- 318suspension complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 18mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 5related recalls
- $1,850typical repair cost reported by owners
- 16%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Control arm: mentioned in 93 of 318 complaints (29%)
- Front suspension: mentioned in 79 of 318 complaints (25%)
- Service center: mentioned in 58 of 318 complaints (18%)
- Lateral link: mentioned in 53 of 318 complaints (17%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical suspension repair on the Tesla Model Y at $1,850, and half of them between $1,650 and $2,200.
Based on 12 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2024–2026), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 39 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 318 complaints, 18 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury.
Tesla Model Y suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 30 | 7% | 10 |
| 2025 Model Y | 1 | 1% | — |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% | — |
| 2023 Model Y | 131 | 11% | 42,500 |
| 2022 Model Y | 38 | 4% | 50,000 |
| 2021 Model Y | 78 | 7% | 6,358 |
| 2020 Model Y | 31 | 11% | 1,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (5)
Suspension:critical fasteners; suspension:front
Model years: 2026
Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened, allowing the lateral link to loosen or separate from the sub-frame.
Risk: A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners and check wheel the alignment, free of charge. In addition, Tesla Service will replace any related parts that may have been damaged as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-31-004.
Suspension:critical fasteners; suspension:front; suspension:subframe/mounting bracket
Model years: 2023
Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model Y vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly attached to the sub-frame.
Risk: A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-31-002.
Suspension
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022
Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.
Risk: Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-004.
Suspension:front; suspension:critical fasteners
Model years: 2020, 2021
Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Risk: A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.
Suspension:front:control arm
Model years: 2020
Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles. The bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper control arm to detach from the steering knuckle.
Risk: A detached upper control arm can cause the wheels to lean in or out, decreasing the driver's ability to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-20-31-012.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I own a 2021 Tesla Model Y. During a [XXX] safety inspection in XXX, the vehicle was found to have deteriorated front suspension components. Tesla documented torn bushings in the front lower suspension links, including the lateral links and compliance links, and the vehicle failed the [XXX] safety…
The front suspension bushing has torn prematurely at only 31099 miles. There is no history of external impact, accident, or modifications to the suspension assembly. This vehicle displays the exact premature structural breakdown targeted by the active NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation case…
I was park and then I could feel the Tesla Is shaking and went to Tesla because I have a service that day and they told me the suspension to change but I learned for 2023 Tesla Model y thereâs a problem in suspension
Repeated creaking from the front suspension over bumps, speed bumps, and railroad tracks on nearly every drive. The noise was present by about 66,800 miles; exact onset unknown. No warning lights or messages appeared; the noise was the only symptom. On 09/14/2026, at 68,092 miles, a Tesla service…
On [xxx], I brought my 2022 Tesla Model Y (VIN [XXX]), with approximately 31,000 miles, to Tesla Service in Owings Mills, Maryland. During the inspection, Tesla identified significant deterioration of the front suspension bushings. Teslaâs written estimate states: ârecommend to replace lateral…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Tesla Model Ys have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 318 owner complaints about suspension for the Tesla Model Y. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Tesla Model Y suspension?
Yes: 5 safety recalls list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix suspension problems on the Tesla Model Y?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,850 (half paid between $1,650 and $2,200), from 12 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the Tesla Model Y?
The most frequent phrase is “control arm”, in 93 of 318 complaints, followed by “front suspension” (79).
Other Tesla Model Y problems
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