Suspension Related Problems of the 2018 Tesla Model S

Table 1 shows three common suspension related problems of the 2018 Tesla Model S. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the suspension noise (one problem).

Table 1. Suspension related problems of Tesla Model S


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2018 Tesla Model S

The Suspension problem

Rear suspension on 2020 and older Model S and x is not adjustable for alignment. Factory camber comes 2 aggressive which burns only the very inner part of the tire at a rapid pace. Upon checking tread depth with gauge you will not see this wear and tires will appear to be good.   Read details...

The Suspension Noise problem

This a complaint about the Tesla suspension forelinks which are still snapping off and causing danger to the public. At least three new cases of failure have been reported within the last few weeks. Despite forum posters urging the owners to report their failures to NHTSA the owners have not done   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

Please note. . . I have used the VIN of another random junkyard Tesla since I do not know the VIN of the car which is the subject of this complaint. Posted today on the tmc. An owner's wheel has gone whompy and is scraping on the inside of the wheel arch and making alarming noises.   Read details...


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