Table 1 shows two common tire related problems of the 2024 Tesla Model Y.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems |
The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Model Y equipped with continental tires, tire line: pro contact, tire size: 255/45/r20, dot number: (n/a). The contact stated that several weeks after purchasing the vehicle, a neighbor informed the contact that a tire was flat. The contact attempted to pump air into the tire; however, the air immediately seeped out. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where the tire was replaced with the same brand tire. The contact stated that almost a month later, the tire pressure indicator light appeared on the infotainment screen while the contact's wife was driving the vehicle. The contact was called to the scene and attempted to inflate the rear passenger tire; however, the air seeped out of the tire. Upon inspection, the contact discovered multiple cracks along the inner sidewall which caused the tire to peel. The vehicle was towed back to the independent mechanic where the vehicle remained. The vehicle manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the tire manufacturer. The tire manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that a tire representative would need to inspect the tire. The vehicle was not repaired. The tire and vehicle failure mileage was approximately 550.
Tire size 255/40r20 tires are chunking please see attached pictures. Numerous other owners with the same issues through online search.