Suspension Related Problems of the 2016 Tesla Model X

Table 1 shows six common suspension related problems of the 2016 Tesla Model X. The number one most common problem is related to the suspension (89 problems). The second most common problem is related to the front suspension control arm (twelve problems).


Recently reported Suspension problems of the 2016 Tesla Model X

The Suspension problem

Sudden and catastrophic shearing of the driver side rear suspension arm (control arm). My understanding is all these cars from Tesla have aluminum suspension arms which causes identical and catastrophic failure of the vehicle during driving due to choice of aluminum instead of stainless steel(ss).   Read details...

The Front Suspension Control Arm problem

The contact owns a 2015 Tesla model-x. The contact stated while reversing out of the resident garage at approximately 2 mph, the contact heard the driver's side front tire making a loud rubbing noise as if it had contact with the inside wheel well.   Read details...

The Ball Joint problem

Tesla Model X front left fore link failed while braking at an intersection on city streets 1/2 mile from home. Accident occurred at 5 mph or less. Vehicle was driven back to home. Any application of the brake caused lf wheel to move rearward and contact rear of wheel well.   Read details...


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



Model X Service Bulletins
Model X Defect Investigations