On certain Model 3, Model Y, and Model X vehicles, there may be a water ingress path to both front upper...

Bulletin number

SB-20-31-006 R3

Component

Steering

Summary

On certain Model 3, Model Y, and Model X vehicles, there may be a water ingress path to both front upper control arm ball joints that, over time, could possibly lead to surface corrosion of these ball joints. This may result in a creaking sound coming from the front suspension when steering at low speeds and under high loads. This is exclusively an NVH condition only and does not result in premature failure of the ball joints.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 260 complaints in the steering category.