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May 8, 2026 Service bulletin

Certain Model Y vehicles may emit rattling or knocking noises when driving over bumps or rough road

Tesla technical service bulletin SB-26-31-003 for 2025-2026 Tesla Model Y.

Bulletin number
SB-26-31-003 (SB-26-31-003)
Component
Suspension
Summary
Certain Model Y vehicles may emit rattling or knocking noises when driving over bumps or rough road. The condition can be improved by replacing the front upper control arm mounts, replacing the front damper assemblies, and removing the wiper bracket pencil braces. This document is for vehicles that have already had the front upper control mounts replaced and the wiper bracket pencil braces removed. Replace the front damper assemblies with updated parts.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 32 complaints in the suspension category.

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