2022 Tesla Model Y wheels problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the wheels on the 2022 Tesla Model Y — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“2022 Tesla Model Y - Premature inner rear tire wear due to excessive negative camber from factory. Both rear tires worn to cords on inside edge at 17k miles, outside tread 6/32 still. Alignment specs show rear camber out of spec caused by short factory rear camber arms. This is a known defect…”
filed Aug 17, 2026
“"I have a Tesla Model Y that experienced what looks like a steering malfunction, with documented data and repair records already in hand. "While driving our 2024 Tesla Model Y when the steering wheel suddenly turned itself, hard left, and driver couldn't regain control. The car went up a hillside…”
filed Jul 6, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Wheels problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 11 | 3% |
| 2025 Model Y | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 50 | 4% |
| 2021 Model Y | 15 | 1% |
| 2020 Model Y | 11 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 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.