2021 Tesla Model Y Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems
NHTSA lists 87 suspension, wheels & tires complaints for the 2021 Tesla Model Y, 8% of its 1,076 total complaints, with 7 crashes and 2 fires reported. Median mileage at failure was 7,716 miles, and the year is covered by three related recalls.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
- 87
- 8% of 1,076
- Crashes reported
- 7
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 7,716 mi
- Related recalls
- 3
Typical suspension symptoms owners report
- Owners describe a front or rear wheel separating from the vehicle while driving, sometimes with the axle still attached.
- Multiple reports describe ball joints or suspension knuckles snapping or popping apart at low mileage, often under a few hundred miles.
- Some drivers heard a loud pop or clunk from the front suspension followed by the steering wheel going off-center or losing alignment.
- Several complaints describe the front suspension failing without any prior crash, leading to loss of control.
- One complaint describes a tire flying off while changing lanes on the highway, causing the car to lose control and crash.
When 2021 Tesla Model Y suspension complaints were filed
First complaint Nov 25, 2020, latest Sep 23, 2026.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2021 Tesla Model Y
- 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 21V912000Nov 21, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires826 vehicles
Suspension
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.
Risk: Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-004.
- 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 Y 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 problems in the 2021 Tesla Model Y?
- NHTSA lists 87 complaints in this area for the 2021 Model Y, which is 8% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that year.
- Is there a recall for suspension issues on the 2021 Tesla Model Y?
- Yes. NHTSA recall 21V912000 covers front and rear suspension knuckles that may fracture on 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles, and recall 21V835000 covers front suspension lateral link fasteners that may loosen on 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles.
- At what mileage do these suspension problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 7,716 miles.
- Have these suspension complaints led to crashes?
- NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2021 Model Y lists 7 crashes and 2 fires, with 0 injuries reported.
- Is a wheel-off tire pressure recall included too?
- Yes, recall 24V935000 addresses a TPMS warning light issue on 2020-2025 Model Y and other Tesla models, remedied with an over-the-air software update.