Tesla, Inc
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.
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severe 18 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $900
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.
THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT SYSTEMIC FAILURES IN TESLA SUSPENSION COMPONENTS THAT AFFECT ALL YEARS AND MODELS OF TESLAS ON THE ROADS. PLEASE NOTE THAT I HAVE USED THE VIN OF A RANDOM TESLA MODEL Y SINCE THE VIN OF THE CAR IN QUESTION IS UNAVAILABLE. HERE IS A LINK TO A VIDEO IN WHICH AN OWNER SHOWS HIS CAR BROKEN DOWN ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE THE FRONT CONTROL ARM HAS SIMPLY FALLEN OFF THE …
HERE IS A MODEL Y IN THE JUNKYARD. HTTPS://WWW.IAAI.COM/VEHICLEDETAILS/38263120?ROWNUMBER=1 THE BACK WHEEL HAS FALLEN OFF BECAUSE THE HUB CARRIER HAS CRACKED OFF THE BRAKE ROTOR. IT LOOKS AS THOUGH THE CAST MONKEY METAL ASSEMBLY IS MADE TO THE USUAL TESLA QUALITY STANDARDS. THE BACK OF THE CAR HAS COLLAPSED LIKE A SOUFFL HIT BY A SLEDGEHAMMER.. I DON'T SUPPOSE YOU'LL BE TAKING ANY ACTION.…
It's a meaningful issue. 18 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $900.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $900 for suspension repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover suspension issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.