2021 Tesla Model Y suspension problems
63 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2021 Tesla Model Y — 6% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Failure of the front lower lateral link and compliance link assembly. A creaking noise when steering at low speeds prompted me to take the vehicle to be checked out at a Tesla repair shop. The vehicle required a complete replacement of these parts at an independent cost of $1,900. I have the…”
filed Aug 3, 2026
“I am reporting a safety defect involving a severe structural metallic "clank" or "clunk" under the vehicle's chassis during rapid acceleration and sudden braking. This vehicle was previously serviced by Tesla in 2023 for this identical issue (service invoice attached). While the repair initially…”
filed Aug 2, 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 | 28 | 9% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 110 | 10% |
| 2022 Model Y | 29 | 3% |
| 2020 Model Y | 29 | 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.