2022 Tesla Model Y suspension problems

Filed Nov 5, 2026 · Suspension · CA

I brought my Tesla Model Y to a Tesla Service Center after noticing an abnormal noise while steering the vehicle at low speeds. During the inspection, Tesla technicians discovered significant damage to the front suspension components. The driver's-side lower control arm bushing had cracked and shifted substantially out of position, with the bushing pushed outward toward the driver side of the vehicle. The lower control arm bushing on the opposite side was also found to be severely cracked. Due to the extent of the damage, both lower control arms and both upper control arms required replacement. The suspension failure also caused severe damage and abnormal wear to the driver's-side front tire, which resulted in the replacement of all four tires. This condition involved critical steering and suspension components and raises serious safety concerns regarding vehicle handling, suspension durability, tire wear, and the potential for loss of vehicle control. The severity of the component failures was discovered only after the vehicle was inspected for the steering noise. I am submitting this complaint because I believe this may represent a safety-related defect that could affect other Tesla Model Y vehicles.

Filed Nov 3, 2026 · Steering, Suspension · WA

I had recently needed to get new tires for my Tesla Model Y after around 30,000 miles. The car is a 2022 and when Costco installed the new tires they said there was inside wear on the tires and to get an alignment. I took the car to Discount Tire and they provided me with a sheet showing the tires needed and alignment but they couldn't do it all because the Camber was off and they said Tesla needed to do that adjustment. I took the car to Tesla for an alignment and they ended up telling me I needed to have the Correction Links-lateral lower front pair removed and replaced as they were torn. The car was just past my three year warranty and so it was not covered. The total cost was $1942.90 which seemed extreme for such a relatively new car and this seems to be a know problem.

Filed Nov 3, 2026 · Suspension · VA

I discovered a completely detached bolt underneath my vehicle. The bolt had fallen off the FRONT LEFT suspension assembly. Tesla Service inspected the vehicle and confirmed that the bolt originated from the lateral link assembly. Tesla also determined that the lateral links require replacement. Tesla further confirmed in writing that, after reviewing my vehicle's service history, it could not identify a clear cause for why the component became loose. The proposed repair includes replacing the lateral links and performing a wheel alignment. The estimated repair cost is approximately $1,500-. The repair has been approved but has not yet been completed. Safety Concerns: A completely detached suspension lateral link bolt is a serious safety concern. Failure of this suspension connection could compromise suspension integrity, wheel alignment, vehicle stability, and directional control. I am concerned that this failure occurred without a clearly identified cause and could potentially affect other Tesla Model Y vehicles. I understand that the federal safety agency has opened Preliminary Evaluation PE26-006 concerning front lower lateral link detachment in certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. My vehicle is a 2022 Model Y, and the failure occurred at the front left suspension. I request that the federal safety agency review this incident as a potentially related safety defect and determine whether the failure is associated with the same lateral link fastening system under investigation. I can provide photographs of the detached bolt, Tesla's written confirmation, inspection records, and the repair estimate. I respectfully request that the federal safety agency investigate this issue to determine whether other Tesla owners may be exposed to a similar safety risk.

Filed Oct 21, 2026 · Suspension · CA

I am reporting a safety defect on my 2022 Tesla Model Y (VIN [XXX], 70,856 miles). On XXX, I brought the vehicle to Tesla Service in [XXX] for a tire pressure alert. While performing its own service-bulletin inspection of the front and rear chassis, Tesla found that BOTH front lower lateral link assemblies require replacement and presented me with a $1,173.56 estimate, classifying the required wheel alignment as "Customer Pay." The front lower lateral link is the exact component under ODI's open Preliminary Evaluation PE26006 for 2021-2023 Model Y, involving detachment and potential loss of vehicle directional control. Both links failing simultaneously, discovered through Tesla's own bulletin inspection with no accident or impact damage, indicates premature component failure of a safety-critical steering/suspension part, not ordinary wear. Tesla has not agreed to cover this repair. The vehicle was promised back on XXX and is still not repaired. I am filing this report so the condition is documented within PE26006, and I request that the federal safety agency consider this case when evaluating whether the lateral link defect on 2021-2023 Model Y requires a recall. I have asked Tesla to preserve the removed parts for inspection. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Oct 7, 2026 · Suspension · MD

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. Tesla’s written estimate states: “recommend to replace lateral links and compliance links due to bushing being torn and dry rotting.” Tesla recommended replacement of the front lower lateral link assemblies and front lower compliance links. The estimated repair cost is $1,548.80. I was not aware of this condition before Tesla’s inspection. I am reporting it because deterioration of front suspension/lateral-link components could potentially affect vehicle handling or steering if the components deteriorate further or fail. Components failed/deteriorated: Tesla diagnosed the bushings as torn and dry rotting and recommended replacement of the affected front suspension links. I have not experienced an actual component detachment or complete suspension failure. Warning lights: I did not have a warning light indicating this suspension condition before Tesla’s inspection. I am aware that the federal safety agency has opened an investigation involving reported front lower lateral-link failures on certain 2021–2023 Model Y vehicles. I am not claiming that my vehicle has the same defect, but I want this condition documented and evaluated for possible relevance to that investigation. Tesla also verbally told me that goodwill assistance was denied because the vehicle had been driven “too little.” I asked Tesla to provide the technical basis for this explanation, including whether limited vehicle use can cause or contribute to suspension bushing deterioration. Tesla’s subsequent written response did not address this explanation and instead only stated that the vehicle’s warranty had expired based on time. I believe this information may be relevant when evaluating why these suspension components deteriorated at only approximately 31,000 miles. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA),

Filed Sep 23, 2026 · Suspension · OR

After only 34,306 miles, the front lower forward suspension control arms (left and right) and front lower rearward csuspension control arms and ball joints need to be replaced. I discovered this when having the tires replaced. This seems to be a common issue with this model, but failure of these parts is very premature. There was no accident or incident, but the replacement of these parts is critical to the safety of the vehicle.

Filed Sep 10, 2026 · Suspension · CA

Tesla identified that the Front Lower Lateral Link was worn with 33,971 miles and was not covered under warranty. Two were replaced.

Filed Sep 2, 2026 · Suspension · PA

Every little bump or weight shift my car makes, the rear suspension makes a creeping slide. I've already had to replace control arms in tube front suspension for a loud clunking noise

Filed Aug 26, 2026 · Brakes, Suspension · CA

Car makes loud noise from front axel

Filed Aug 17, 2026 · Suspension, Wheels · NY

2022 Tesla Model Y - Premature inner rear tire wear due to excessive negative camber from factory. Both rear tires worn to cords on inside edge at 17k miles, outside tread 6/32 still. Alignment specs show rear camber out of spec caused by short factory rear camber arms. This is a known defect, creates blowout risk at highway speed. Vehicle never modified, never in accident. Mileage 113,136. I have photos. Bronx NY.