2022 Tesla Model Y: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Nov 12, 2025 · Brakes · TX

On October 13th 2025, while driving, I began to hear a clunking and rattling sound from the front left wheel area when braking. Concerned for my safety, I brought the vehicle to a local independent brake specialist for inspection. Their technician found that one of the two bolts securing the brake caliper was completely missing, and the remaining bolt was approximately halfway backed out. The shop explained that this condition presented an immediate risk of caliper detachment and total brake failure, potentially leading to serious injury or death. After both bolts were replaced and properly torqued, the brake noise that Tesla had previously attributed to “pad burnishing” disappeared entirely. This indicates that the squeaking and vibration symptoms Tesla dismissed were, in fact, caused by an improperly secured caliper—a direct safety issue, not a normal wear condition. I notified Tesla legal of this problem (via certified mail) on October 13 2025 and requested a response within 14 days. I have received no such response, nor have I been contacted for further investigation into this dangerous situation with my vehicle.

Filed Jun 23, 2025 · Transmission · SC

Squeaking of lower control arms arms around 70k miles. Upper & lower require replacement, per Tesla Service Center

Filed May 30, 2024 · Driver assistance, Steering · CA

•Water leak from under the dash (potential electrical hazard) (AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION) •Window regulator malfunctions (AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION) •Front suspension noise (potential handling issue) (AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION) •Persistent rattle or squeak (AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION) •Autopilot failures and power steering issues (including excessive vibration and unexpected braking) (AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION) •Constant noise and vibration (AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION) *Autopilot failures and power steering issues (including excessive vibration and unexpected braking): This can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of an accident. *Water leak from under the dash (potential electrical hazard): If water damages electrical components, it could cause the car to stall or malfunction while driving. *Front suspension noise (potential handling issue): A failing suspension system could compromise the vehicle's handling, making it more difficult to control during maneuvers or emergencies. **has been submitted for repairs at a Tesla maintenance center on multiple occasions." This suggests Tesla has acknowledged the issues and attempted to fix them. ***For Concerning Behavior: Autopilot Failures: The Autopilot system unexpectedly disengaged or made erratic maneuvers while engaged. False Object Detection: The Autopilot camera system falsely detected objects on the road, leading to unnecessary braking or swerving ***For Warning Lights: It is particularly concerning that these issues were not accompanied by any warning lights on the dashboard.

Filed May 19, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · CA

On Tuesday, May 16, I was driving on a city road at about 45mph when I began to hear metal noises coming from the front of my car. I slowed down and entered a shopping center driveway to inspect the noise. Upon pulling into the driveway of that center, I heard a metal snapping sound, my steering wheel jerked to the right, and grinding sounds started at the front axle of the car. I stopped immediately. Realizing something broke, I wanted to get out of the driveway, and tested if it would move in all directions. Ultimately, I could get the car to get straight at low speed, but if I attempted to steer left or right, the grinding would occur. I moved my car to a safe location and called Tesla Roadside Service to get towed to their service facility. There were no warning messages from the car before or after the incident. Had the part broken while traveling at higher speeds, or a winding road, I could have easily been involved in a deadly incident. I got lucky! I heard similar sounds from the same area about 4 months ago, and took the car in for service. Tesla service replaced the lower left hand front suspension link, lateral link and stabilizer bar on February 28, 2023. I do not have the details of all the parts replaced for this latest incident yet, as it is still at Tesla Service awaiting a replacement "Subframe Assembly Kit" according to my service rep. Lastly, I was not involved in an accident when this occurred, nor have I ever been involved in an accident in this vehicle.

Filed Apr 3, 2023 · Driver assistance, Electrical · FL

Here's front and rear with audio of the Tesla failing to trigger a collision warning or assistance with passengers in the car during a Lyft ride. There should be a loud beep paired with some braking assistance but most of the time neither work or they work when they shouldn't. If my car actually got the miles range I paid for and actually charged as fast as they advertise I wouldn't be at home filling out these reports. Squeaky wheel gets the grease, so I squeak, squeak, squeak! https://drive.google.com/file/d/15Hvhf2eT8--XljxWKTaRqxqsqQYvdzp8/view?usp=share_link https://drive.google.com/file/d/13onkPVSEXT4OJxitVmckx5fRzT_yx17d/view?usp=share_link

Filed Jan 1, 2023 · Seats, Steering · MD

1. Whoever designed the seats never sat more than 2 hours straight in them and is most likely below 150 lbs with the body shape of a petite person. Damaged coccyx and lower backs since inception of idea. Insanity will ensue after long periods of travel (+2hrs) in rear seating and extended third row seating for adults and children. You get more seating comfort from a Nissan than a Tesla. 2. Windshield wiper sensitivity lowers when using manually then activating Auto. Sometimes sensitivity goes down with autopilot. Auto wiper sensitivity not constant. 3. If you have more than 4 people in your family, do not buy a model S3Y 4. Bad panels which also affect steering column, with squeaking, why is that not a lemon? 5. Long range below 32F falls to half its mileage per full charge. Proper trip charging should be at 10% to 15% more than the minimum 0% for trip charge. 6. Autopilot forces high beams whenever there is fog. Autopilot will never engage on curves, only straight aways 7. Supercharger long trip navigation will not allow filtering locations with bathrooms or trashcans nearby. Walking far distances to find restrooms and trashcans are a normal thing. Teslas not meant for taking long trips. 8. Signage for charging misleading, "10 to 30 minute parking" will only charge 10 to 50 KW max while "vehicle charging only" will charge the advertised supercharger max output. 9. No climate control in third row for MY, safety hazard and human rights issue.