2021-2022 Tesla Model Y Suspension Knuckle Fracture Recall
Tesla is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model Y vehicles due to front and rear suspension knuckles that may fracture. This issue can lead to reduced vehicle stability and control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash. Owners will receive free inspections and replacements.
Também se aplica a
- Tesla Model Y
- 2022
Why This Matters: Safety Risk
This Tesla Model Y suspension recall addresses a critical safety concern. If the front and rear suspension knuckles fracture, the suspension links can separate. This separation can severely reduce vehicle stability and control, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.
What's Being Recalled
Tesla, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model Y vehicles. The specific components involved are the front and rear suspension knuckles. These parts are crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of the vehicle's suspension system.
This issue is identified under NHTSA recall number 21V912000, and Tesla's internal number for this campaign is SB-21-31-004.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
This Tesla Model Y suspension recall specifically impacts Model Y vehicles from the 2021 and 2022 model years. Owners of these vehicles should check their VIN to confirm if their specific car is included in this recall. You can typically do this by visiting the NHTSA recall website or Tesla's official recall page and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Manufacturer's Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect the front and rear suspension knuckles on affected vehicles. If any knuckles are found to be fractured or show signs of potential failure, they will be replaced. This inspection and replacement will be performed free of charge to the owner.
Owner notification letters were mailed on January 18, 2022, informing affected owners about the recall and the necessary steps to take.
What Owners Should Do
If you own a 2021 or 2022 Tesla Model Y, it is important to address this Tesla Model Y suspension recall promptly. You should contact Tesla customer service to schedule an inspection and any necessary repairs. You can reach Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
For additional information, you may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or visit their website at www.nhtsa.gov.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Recall ID: 21V912000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main issue with the Tesla Model Y suspension in this recall?
- The primary issue is that the front and rear suspension knuckles in certain 2021-2022 Tesla Model Y vehicles may fracture. This can lead to the separation of suspension links, compromising vehicle stability and increasing crash risk.
- Which Tesla Model Y vehicles are affected by recall 21V912000?
- This recall, identified by NHTSA number 21V912000 and Tesla's internal number SB-21-31-004, affects certain Tesla Model Y vehicles from the 2021 and 2022 model years.
- What should I do if my Tesla Model Y is part of this suspension recall?
- Owners of affected vehicles should contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to schedule a free inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the suspension knuckles. Notification letters were mailed on January 18, 2022.
- Will I have to pay for the repair related to the fractured suspension knuckles?
- No, Tesla will perform the inspection and any necessary replacement of the suspension knuckles free of charge to the owner, as this is a safety recall.
What Tesla Model Y owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 7 model years.
- 4,325
- Owner complaints
- 43
- Recalls
- 146
- Service bulletins
- 588
- Crashes reported
- 26
- Fires reported
- 403
- Injuries reported
The 2021 model year
1,096 complaints, the 2nd most of 7 model years on file. Owners reported 90 crashes, 6 fires and 26 injuries for this year, which also has 23 recalls on file.
Suspension, the system this article covers, accounts for 331 of 4,325 complaints (8%), including 80 for 2021.
Complaints by model year
| 2020 | 283 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,096 | |
| 2022 | 874 | |
| 2023 | 1,194 | |
| 2024 | 335 | |
| 2025 | 109 | |
| 2026 | 434 |
Most-reported systems
- Forward Collision Avoidance — 1,975
- Vehicle Speed Control — 589
- Service Brakes — 576
- Electrical System — 571
- Steering — 490
Latest recalls for the 2021 model year
- 26V507000 — Exterior Lighting (Aug 2026)
- 26V283000 — Back Over Prevention (May 2026)
- 24V935000 — Tires (Dec 2024)
Recent owner reports about suspension
The vehicle suffered severe, premature suspension control arm degradation resulting in loud creaking/squeaking, forcing an emergency out-of-pocket replacement costing over $1,000. This is a known systemic defect noted in Tesla TSB SB-20-31-006.
Read owner complaints →I brought the vehicle to a Tesla Service Center for a front suspension noise. During the alignment portion of that repair, the technician found a crack in the left side of the rear subframe casting, the structural member that locates the rear suspension links…
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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