How many suspension, wheels, and tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2022 Tesla Model 3?

NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this area for the 2022 Model 3, which is about 3% of the 765 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to suspension or wheels on the 2022 Tesla Model 3?

Yes, recall 24V935000 covers the 2022 Model 3 among other Tesla model years, but it addresses the TPMS warning light not staying illuminated between drive cycles, not a mechanical suspension or wheel defect.

Do these problems cause crashes?

NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and no fires or injuries tied to the 23 suspension, wheels, and tires complaints for the 2022 Model 3.

At what mileage do owners report these failures?

The median mileage at failure listed by NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.

Is this area more or less of an issue on the 2022 Model 3 compared to other years?

The 2022 Model 3's 3% share of complaints in this area is on the lower end compared to years like 2018 at 20% and 2019 at 14%, based on NHTSA's year-by-year breakdown.

2022 Tesla Model 3 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model 3, about 3% of that year's 765 total complaints, with 3 crashes and no fires reported. A related TPMS recall (24V935000) covers this model year among others, but it addresses a warning-light software issue, not the mechanical failures owners describe.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 23; 3% of 765
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 20,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Wheels crack or develop holes after hitting road debris or curbs, sometimes triggering a low-tire warning before the damage is found.
Front lower control arm bushings tear away from their metal sleeves on both sides at once, without any curb strike or impact reported.
Tires lose chunks of tread near the sidewall well before expected tread wear, in some cases within 2,000 to 6,000 miles of use.
Multiple tires develop air bubbles and fail repeatedly, with owners reporting several replacements on the same vehicle.
Suspension components, including a control arm, produce persistent squeaking or creaking noises that service visits fail to resolve on the first attempt.
Steering produces a creaking or rubbing noise at low speed when turned fully to one side.

When 2022 Tesla Model 3 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 20, 2022, latest Aug 26, 2026.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2022 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2026 (4).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2022 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.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Model 3 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20171 (4%)
2018200 (20%)
201989 (14%)
202049 (11%)
202121 (3%)
202223 (3%)
202326 (6%)
202410 (5%)
20257 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels, and tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2022 Tesla Model 3?: NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this area for the 2022 Model 3, which is about 3% of the 765 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to suspension or wheels on the 2022 Tesla Model 3?: Yes, recall 24V935000 covers the 2022 Model 3 among other Tesla model years, but it addresses the TPMS warning light not staying illuminated between drive cycles, not a mechanical suspension or wheel defect.
Do these problems cause crashes?: NHTSA data shows 3 crashes and no fires or injuries tied to the 23 suspension, wheels, and tires complaints for the 2022 Model 3.
At what mileage do owners report these failures?: The median mileage at failure listed by NHTSA for this problem area is 20,000 miles.
Is this area more or less of an issue on the 2022 Model 3 compared to other years?: The 2022 Model 3's 3% share of complaints in this area is on the lower end compared to years like 2018 at 20% and 2019 at 14%, based on NHTSA's year-by-year breakdown.