2021 Tesla Model Y suspension problems
74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2021 Tesla Model Y — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I brought the vehicle to a Tesla Service Center for a front suspension noise. During the alignment portion of that repair, the technician found a crack in the left side of the rear subframe casting, the structural member that locates the rear suspension links and supports the rear drive unit. The…”
filed Sep 10, 2026
“My garage-kept 2021 Tesla Model Y experienced a premature failure/tearing of the front lower lateral link and compliance bushings at only 31,930 miles under normal driving conditions. The service center identified severe degradation requiring immediate replacement. This component failed prematurely…”
filed Sep 10, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separateCampaign 21V912000 · Nov 21, 2021
- Front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate…Campaign 21V835000 · Oct 25, 2021
Related service bulletins
A firmware diagnosis feature is being introduced on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles that monitors wheel alignment over time. This feature detects changes in wheel alignment that may be related to incorrect tire pressures…
SB-25-31-004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 24, 2025
Suspension problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 29 | 8% |
| 2025 Model Y | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 123 | 11% |
| 2022 Model Y | 36 | 4% |
| 2020 Model Y | 30 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Tesla Model Y
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.