Tesla Model Y L faces rear suspension complaints in China

Tesla Model Y L rear suspension failure tire wear vehicle suspension issues electric vehicle defects

Owners of the Tesla Model Y L, a six-seat extended version produced in Shanghai, are reporting significant rear suspension failures. The issue primarily occurs when the vehicle is heavily loaded or during long trips, causing the rear of the car to sag so low that the wheels nearly touch the bodywork.

This sagging leads to several secondary problems, including compromised vehicle handling, chassis scraping on the ground, and severe internal tire wear. Some owners report that new tires reach legal wear limits in a very short time due to altered wheel alignment.

While Tesla has been replacing damaged springs under warranty, service centers are reportedly refusing to cover the cost of the prematurely worn tires. Some customers have noted that spring replacements appear to be temporary fixes, with reports of the suspension failing again shortly after service. Tesla has not yet issued an official recall or a permanent technical solution for the issue.

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Shanghai Gigafactory · Tesla

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[● 2 SOURCES] Tesla Model Y L owners are reporting significant rear suspension failures. autoblog.rs · telegrafi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The rear of the six-seat Model Y L sinks so low that wheels nearly touch the bodywork. autoblog.rs · telegrafi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Tesla has not yet issued an official statement or recall regarding the suspension issues. autoblog.rs · telegrafi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Tesla is replacing damaged springs under warranty but refusing to cover tire replacement costs. autoblog.rs · telegrafi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The suspension collapse causes excessive internal wear on rear tires. autoblog.rs · telegrafi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The Model Y L is produced in Shanghai. autoblog.rs · telegrafi.com