2026 Tesla Model Y suspension problems
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2026 Tesla Model Y — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tesla was in FSD and had the latest software update installed on 8/6/28 which included the new FSD version released. On 8/7/28 on the way to work that my wife takes every time she goes to work the FSD ran over a large pot hole which it had never done before on the previous FSD version. The car…”
filed Aug 8, 2026
“Steering wheel vibration occurs at highway speeds between 70 and 75 mph on a 2026 Model Y with under 1,000 miles at time of complaint. The vibration was reported to the dealer, who performed a tire balance and alignment check and confirmed both were within specification. The vehicle was tested by…”
filed Jul 1, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened…Campaign 26V558000 · Aug 31, 2026
Related service bulletins
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…
SB-26-31-003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 8, 2026Some 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…
SB-25-31-005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 8, 2026
Suspension problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Model Y | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 123 | 11% |
| 2022 Model Y | 36 | 4% |
| 2021 Model Y | 74 | 7% |
| 2020 Model Y | 30 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2026 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.