Suspension Related Problems of the 2016 Tesla Model S

Table 1 shows eight common suspension related problems of the 2016 Tesla Model S. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (125 problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension noise (15 problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2016 Tesla Model S

The Suspension problem

Driver side rear control arm broke in half propagating along what appears to be a weld seam line for this hollow aluminum suspension part. It is incredible that a critical safety component holding a 5,000 pound curb weight vehicle was allowed on the car.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

As I was pulling out my parking space at work at about 2 miles an hour I heard a loud thump and I thought something was under my tire. After getting out to inspect the vehicle, I noticed a 2-3" piece of aluminum next to my front left tire.   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Leaving a parking area by backing up and then turning to the left to start to drive, the front passenger side wheel started a loud grinding noise, went up and down, and stopped. I went to take a look and found that the wheel was touching the front wheel well.   Read details...


Suspension related problems in other Tesla Model S model year vehicles:



Model S Service Bulletins
Model S Defect Investigations