2019 Tesla Model 3 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems
NHTSA lists 89 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2019 Tesla Model 3, 14% of all complaints that year, with 9 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries reported. Two recalls (23V235000 and 21V835000) cover loosening front suspension lateral link fasteners on this model year.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
- 89
- 14% of 614
- Crashes reported
- 9
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 10,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical suspension symptoms owners report
- Owners report front suspension ball joints popping apart, sometimes causing a wheel to flop over at an odd angle without any collision.
- Some describe the front suspension lateral link or wishbone separating from the sub-frame, in line with the recalled lateral link fastener issue.
- Several report the top ball joint separating on one side while parked or driving normally, not tied to an impact.
- One complaint describes a steering knuckle cracking in half alongside multiple snapped ball joints.
- A few owners linked suspension or wheel failure to a crash, including one case where a flat tire was found the day after a rollover at 16,000 miles.
When 2019 Tesla Model 3 suspension complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 2, 2019, latest Aug 3, 2026.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2019 Tesla Model 3
- NHTSA 24V935000Dec 17, 2024Suspension, Wheels & Tires696,281 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk: Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
- NHTSA 23V235000Mar 31, 2023Suspension, Wheels & Tires422 vehicles
Suspension:critical fasteners
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Risk: A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.
- NHTSA 21V835000Oct 25, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires2,791 vehicles
Suspension:critical fasteners
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Risk: A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Model 3 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2019 Tesla Model 3?
- NHTSA lists 89 complaints in this area for the 2019 Model 3, which is 14% of the 614 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for suspension issues on the 2019 Tesla Model 3?
- Yes. Recall 23V235000 covers 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles where front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen and separate from the sub-frame. Recall 21V835000 covers the same issue for 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y.
- Have any crashes or injuries been linked to these complaints?
- NHTSA data tied to this problem area on the 2019 Model 3 shows 9 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries.
- At what mileage do these suspension problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area on the 2019 Model 3 is 10,000 miles.
- How does the 2019 Model 3 compare to other years for this problem area?
- The 2019 Model 3 had 89 complaints (14% share) in this area, fewer than the 2018 model's 200 complaints (20% share) but higher in share than 2020's 49 complaints (11% share).