Body Problems of Tesla Model Y - part 1

On August 26, 2026, I sustained a significant injury when the door of my Tesla closed while my thumb was in the door area. The door caught my thumb and forcibly lifted/tore off most of my thumbnail, causing immediate bleeding and leaving the nail bed exposed. I am reporting this because I am concerned about the safety of the vehicle’s door closing mechanism and its ability to prevent this type of injury when a hand or finger is obstructing the door. The force of the closing door was sufficient to cause substantial physical injury rather than a minor pinch. There were no warning messages or alerts before the incident that I was aware of. At this time, I do not know whether the door, sensors, or closing mechanism malfunctioned or whether they were operating as designed. The cause is unknown and has not yet been confirmed by Tesla or an independent service center. The vehicle and door are available for inspection upon request. I am also reporting the incident to Tesla and requesting that Tesla inspect the door and related components and preserve/review any available vehicle diagnostic or event data associated with the incident. The injury has been photographed and documented. I am concerned that the same door behavior could cause serious injury to another occupant, particularly if a child’s hand or fingers were caught in the door.

Fsd (supervised) was engaged while the vehicle was traveling toward a freeway entrance. The vehicle was expected to turn right, but instead began veering left. The driver applied the brake in an attempt to slow the vehicle and disengage fsd. According to the driver’s recollection, the vehicle did not respond as expected and continued accelerating until it left the roadway and crashed into a ditch. The incident created a serious safety risk to the driver and an infant passenger. Emergency services responded, and the driver and infant passenger were transported to an emergency department for evaluation. The vehicle was subsequently towed from the scene. The suspected malfunction involves fsd/vehicle control behavior, including whether the system properly responded to brake input and whether commanded acceleration continued after the driver attempted to intervene. The vehicle and its electronic systems should currently be available for inspection, and a request has been made to preserve relevant vehicle telemetry, driver-input data, fsd engagement status, accelerator and brake inputs, commanded motor torque, speed, steering inputs, camera footage, event data recorder information, diagnostic logs, and software/fsd version information. A police report has been filed and both Tesla and Tesla insurance have been contacted.

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On xxx at approximately 7:23 a. M. , a 2024 Tesla Model Y was traveling westbound on [xxx] in [xxx] in the middle lane at approximately 71 mph with full self-driving (fsd) engaged. While traveling in traffic, the vehicle suddenly initiated a lane change toward the right lane without providing a warning or sufficient opportunity for the driver to respond. While the Tesla was executing the lane change, a vehicle traveling behind it collided with the left side of the Tesla. Following the impact, the driver manually took control and brought the Tesla to a complete stop on the right side of the highway. The system suspected of malfunctioning is Tesla’s fsd driver-assistance system, particularly its automated lane-selection and lane-change functions. The exact cause has not been determined. The vehicle and its electronic data were preserved. Currently, non-inspection was done. The unexpected maneuver placed the Tesla and surrounding motorists at risk because it occurred without warning at highway speed in active traffic and resulted in a collision. The driver had to intervene manually after the impact to control and stop the vehicle safely. At the time of this report, the suspected malfunction has not been reproduced or independently confirmed by a Tesla service center or independent repair facility. No technical determination of the cause has been received. A police officer arrived immediatly after the accident. An inspection was performed by insurance company over a video. Before the unexpected lane change, there were no warning lamps, messages, audible alerts, or other symptoms indicating that he vehicle was about to initiate the maneuver or malfunction. The lane change occurred suddenly while fsd was engaged. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

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The fsd failed when it back into garage; the back of passenger side of the car hit the wall of garage. There is no warning before. Beacuse the distance for parking into the garage is small, there is no time to take over the fsd to avoid it happen. It happen around 23:35 on August 07, 2026. We reported as a safety incident to Tesla an hour ago. We updated the the software on August 02, 2026. The car had been succesful back into the garage more than ten times before.

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While driving through normal rain with ordinary standing water on the roadway (not flood conditions), the rear bumper fascia detached from my Tesla Model Y. There was no impact, no collision, and no debris strike - there are no impact marks or scratches on the bumper. The fascia was pulled off by water drag, tearing a welded body mount bracket from the vehicle structure and damaging the underbody shield. This is a road safety hazard: a detached bumper fascia can drag on the roadway, separate completely, and become a large road obstacle for vehicles behind me. Tesla documented this exact failure mode in service bulletin sb-20-12-003 (rear fascia detachment when driving through standing water, with damage to harnesses and body fasteners/mounts), yet the defect persists in Model Y vehicles. Notably, another Tesla directly next to mine suffered the identical bumper detachment in the same rainfall at the same time - two identical failures in identical ordinary weather conditions, indicating a systemic design defect rather than driver error. Tesla service denied warranty coverage, characterizing normal rain as 'flood water. '.

My 2021 Tesla Model Y (VIN: 5yjygdee3mf231346) experienced a serious safety malfunction during a 12v low?voltage failure. When the vehicle displayed the 12v alert, it became non?functional. Upon entering, no systems were operating. When I pressed the brake pedal, the interior lights flashed and both front windows began moving up and down automatically without any input. This uncommanded movement caused both windows to shatter violently inside the cabin. The glass broke along the lower section of the window, consistent with internal mechanical stress caused by the window motor cycling during a fault. This was not external impact. I have photos documenting the breakage pattern. This is a safety defect. Automatic window movement during electrical failure poses a risk of injury. Additionally, even if a customer closes a door with the window raised, the glass should not shatter. Tesla vehicles are designed with automatic window indexing and motor resistance protection. The system should adjust the window position to prevent breakage. The fact that the glass shattered indicates a failure of Tesla’s safety logic and window indexing system. Tesla denied responsibility and claimed “misuse,” but could not provide system logs to support this claim. Tesla also stated customers must ensure windows are lowered before closing doors, but this requirement does not exist anywhere in Tesla’s manual. Tesla’s explanation does not address the automatic window movement that caused the breakage. This malfunction presents a clear safety hazard: unexpected window movement, glass shattering inside the cabin, and risk of injury to occupants. I request NHTSA investigate Tesla’s window indexing behavior during 12v failures, the failure of safety protections, and the risk of glass breakage caused by system?initiated movement.

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On July 10, 2026, my 2024 Tesla Model Y (approx. 22,440 miles) lost all power (main/12v battery) while parked next to a supercharger stall on level 3 of the harrah's ak-chin casino parking garage, maricopa, az. Ambient temperature was approximately 110f. My dog and cat were inside the vehicle. With the vehicle powered off, the key card, Tesla app, and interior door releases did not function, leaving no way to open the doors from outside or inside. Unable to find or access a working manual door release in time, we broke the rear quarter glass and damaged a door to physically extract the pets before they suffered heat-related harm. Maricopa police department and ak-chin fire department responded to the scene. This represents a serious safety defect: a loss of vehicle power should not eliminate all means of entry/egress, particularly when children or pets could be trapped in extreme heat. The vehicle, damaged door, and glass are available for inspection. Photos of the incident are available.

I purchased a used 2023 Tesla Model Y from Tesla in austin, texas. Upon and after delivery I discovered the following safety defects that were not disclosed to me prior to purchase: the front left door is completely off its hinges and scratching, the rear right door does not shut properly, the passenger side window is not seating correctly in its track, the front left tire is damaged, and both wheel rims have visible chipping and damage. Tesla's own delivery managers documented all of this in their system at the time of delivery. I no longer feel safe driving this vehicle. I have escalated to Tesla executive leadership and filed complaints with the bbb and texas attorney general.

My car was parked in a residential neighborhood and when I was driving home on the evening of July 4th I noticed the windshield had a small line in it. The next day during daylight hours I went to inspect it further and concluded that the hood made contact with the windshield on both sides and there were two distinct impact areas that matched perfectly with small paint damage on the hood. I made an appointment with Tesla and waited about two weeks to get in, and they summized that this is not a defective part issue and that a wind so powerful came along, lifted the hood up, overpowered the gas struts, broke the windshield and closed itself perfectly. They denied any responsibility and refused to cover it under their manufacturers warranty. This is Tesla of wilmington, DE.

Tailgate doesn’t close. Electric hydraulic arm on driver side is too strong forcing misalignment of tailgate. Tesla will not repair under warranty.

The rear hatch has shifted out of alignment, and has started to fall 5-10 inch's when opened intermittently. Tesla service can't fix the issue and pushing me to a body shop. There have been no accident or issues that would cause a body panel to shift over a quarter of an inch.

On Saturday, [xxx] at around [xxx] going west on [xxx] toward [xxx] stopped at the intersection of [xxx]. While driving my 2022 Tesla Model Y, performance, I was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green and I began accelerating normally through the intersection, both passenger-side doors unexpectedly unlatched at the same time. The windows on both passenger doors lowered slightly, and the vehicle displayed a warning indicating the doors were open and to drive carefully. This created an immediate safety hazard, as the doors opened while the vehicle was in motion without any intentional action from the occupants(there were 0 occupants there). This is the second time this exact issue has occurred under similar circumstances, with the previous incident also happening as I accelerated from a red light. The vehicle should not allow multiple doors to unlatch while driving. I have reported the issue to Tesla for inspection and request that this incident be documented and investigated as a potential safety defect. I was going less that 10 mph when this occurred. Thankfully, my toddler was not sitting in the back seat and there were no passengers in the car. No injuries. No crash. *unable to upload any photos/screenshots at the moment, but can email or link a drive when need be. This website doesn't support any uploads at the moment. I'm on a mac using google chrome. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Tesla full self-driving (fsd) — control handover protocol. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. What happened: on June 25, 2026 at approximately 4:17 pm, the vehicle was operating under full self-driving (fsd) navigating into a residential driveway. The driver pressed the gas pedal to take manual control. At the exact moment fsd transferred control, vehicle telemetry confirms the steering wheel was at ?299° (nearly 3 full turns of hard left lock). No warning was given. With a ~13:1 steering ratio, approximately 300° of wheel rotation was required before driver input would affect the front wheels — taking 0. 4–0. 5 seconds during which the front wheels remained pointed left despite the driver turning right. The vehicle struck a tree at approximately 13–15 kph. Secondary failure: fsd re-engaged once during the first override attempt, requiring a second override before full control was obtained, further delaying driver response. Telemetry confirmed: factory crash algorithm (rcm_crash_algo_wakeup_event_active), electronic stability control, and traction control all activated at impact. Post-impact speed registered ?1. 67 kph (backward bounce), confirming direct collision. Safety risk: fsd handed off control mid-maneuver at extreme steering lock with no warning, creating an unrecoverable situation in a confined residential driveway. Prior warnings: none. No warning lamps, messages, or alerts before or during handover. Inspection status: vehicle photographed. Insurance inspection pending. Not yet inspected by Tesla or dealer. Independently confirmed via vehicle telemetry export (85,776 rows, 300 sensor channels).

We just got our new Model Y today (6/21/2026) at Tesla dealer in plano. And I noticed the fabric liner in the center console/storage area is shedding fine fibers. The fibers adhere to skin and clothing and continue to release during normal vehicle usage. These fibers can inadvertently inhaled and I am concern that this issue might cause health hazard to me and my family whenever we are using the vehicle.

After about 2 minutes from leaving a patients house, I was driving at approximately 25mph when my frunk(front trunk) of my Tesla flew open and hit my windshield. There was no alert through the Tesla app or in the car itself. I stopped the car stepped outside and the frunk would not close after when I tried to close by hand, it would stop at the latch. When I closed it from the Tesla app it was able to close properly.

When exiting the driver seat of the vehicle my left arm gets caught in the hinge of the back door. This has happen before. This time my arm was bruised bad and shoulder painfully wrenched. The pain was so bad I thought my arm was broken.

On the evening of June 3, 2026, while driving on the I-575 express lanes in cobb county, georgia, the vehicle’s autopilot/driver assistance system malfunctioned and steered the vehicle into the express lane boom barrier. The boom bar struck the windshield, causing catastrophic windshield failure with glass imploding into the cabin. Glass shards covered the driver’s seat, floor, and dashboard. The driver sustained glass puncture wounds to both forearms and forehead, as well as neck, back, and right arm soft tissue injuries. Component failed: autopilot/adas system. Vehicle is available for inspection. Tesla was notified directly at time of incident. Insurance company has been notified. Sr-13 filed with cobb county. No warning lamps or messages appeared prior to the autopilot malfunction. The root cause of the windshield damage was the autopilot system failure, not driver error or external road debris. Photographic documentation of vehicle damage and driver injuries exists.

The rear lift gate will not close. Defective hinges and electrical strut causing miss alignment and inability to close.

1. Failed component/system: the failed system is the Tesla full self-driving (fsd - supervised) software and its underlying vehicle control logic, specifically resulting in an uncommanded torque request (sudden unintended acceleration). 2. Safety risk: the vehicle engaged in sudden unintended acceleration (sua) in reverse from a complete stop, without any driver pedal input. In a parking environment, this uncommanded acceleration poses an extreme and immediate threat to life safety. Had a pedestrian, child, or another moving vehicle been behind my car instead of a metal pillar, this software malfunction would have resulted in severe injury or a fatal collision. 3. Inspection status: the vehicle has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. I am intentionally securing the vehicle to preserve the crucial diagnostic logs and edr data from being erased or reset during standard repair procedures, pending official data extraction. 4. Warnings/symptoms: there were absolutely no warning lamps, error messages, or visual/audible symptoms prior to the failure. Furthermore, during the uncommanded acceleration, the system did not issue an fsd disengagement warning or chime. The dashcam footage confirms that the fsd visualization remained active and blue on the screen throughout the entire unintended acceleration event up until the impact.

On xxx I retrieved my 2023 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [xxx]) from Tesla motors nv, inc. ([xxx]) after their third attempt to correct a severe panel and component misalignment following a collision repair (invoice #xxx). The facility replaced major front-end structural components, including the front bumper beam (1687601-00-e), front subframe crush can (1109193-00-c), and cast front underbody left hand crush can (1608453-00-d). Tesla's official guidelines require a mandatory 3d structural measurement test whenever these specific cast aluminum underbody and subframe parts are replaced. The repair facility verbally claimed the damage was minor/cosmetic and that only a manual tram measurement was performed. However, a manual tram gauge cannot detect 3d frame twists or height deviations in cast aluminum components, making it wholly insufficient. As a direct result of this unverified structural alignment, the vehicle's front end remains warped. After the first repair, the headlamp shifted and protruded on the right side. After subsequent attempts to fix it, the left headlamp is again protruding outward. Because the structural frame is misaligned, the forward-facing cameras are out of calibration. Under autopilot, the vehicle exhibits dangerous behavior, including misidentifying a standard bike lane as an extended vehicle lane. Furthermore, the repair facility has since removed or hidden the conversation logs regarding these complaints, and I can no longer find the messages in the Tesla app. Operating a vehicle with unverified structural alignment and compromised driver-assist vision systems poses an immediate, severe safety risk. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

I am reporting a recurring and unresolved electrical/safety issue with my new Tesla Model Y. The issue has occurred 5 times within the past 4 weeks and affects multiple systems simultaneously. When the issue occurs: * the air conditioning stops working completely. * the driver-side front and rear windows cannot be rolled down or up. * the driver seat adjustment may not function properly. The problem appears intermittently. It may disappear temporarily and then return hours or days later. Tesla service has inspected the vehicle multiple times, but the issue continues to recur. This creates a significant safety concern because: * the driver window may not function during rain or emergencies. * the ac may fail during extremely hot weather. * the driver seat may not adjust properly, potentially affecting safe vehicle operation and driver visibility. * the intermittent nature of the failure makes the vehicle unpredictable and unreliable to operate safely. The issue has not been permanently resolved despite repeated service visits. I am concerned there may be a broader electrical or control system defect affecting vehicle safety.

2021built -2022 Model Y rear doors manual release door cable is really hard and impossible without tool to access. First removing the rubber pad is annoying because there is no lip sticking out to grab and remove easily, then it comes to the small plastic access to the manual door release cable, without tools it’s impossible to open, it would destroy finger nails and get cuts around fingers trying to open it. Even after getting open the small access trim is still really hard to access the cable itself, cable is far from reach and not easy to grab and pull. Access door is way to small to use 2 fingers. There’s no way people can get out in time not even for kids, I know 2023 Model Ys have better rear door panel design to access the cable, Tesla need to have this replace ASAP.

I am reporting two unresolved safety-related defects on my 2021 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [xxx] ) that occurred following paid service at Tesla's league city service center on 04/16/2026 defect 1 — computer and sensor system failure: the vehicle's onboard computer cuts in and out intermittently. Sensors fail during operation and the problem worsens significantly in high-temperature conditions. Tesla vehicles rely on their computer and sensor systems for core safety functions including collision avoidance, autopilot, and driver assist features. Intermittent failure of these systems while operating the vehicle is a safety hazard to the driver and the public. Defect 2 — glove box inoperable: the glove box does not open following Tesla service. The glove box in Tesla vehicles houses key vehicle documentation and is integrated into the vehicle's locking and security system. I paid $2,497. 50 for service on [06/16/2026]. Both defects were either caused or left unresolved by that service. I have notified Tesla service staff directly and followed up multiple times over more than four weeks. Tesla has not responded, has not scheduled any repair, and has not refunded my money. I am filing this complaint because (1) the sensor and computer failures present an active safety risk during operation, (2) Tesla has ignored all attempts to resolve this, and (3) public reviews indicate this is a pattern affecting multiple consumers. I request that NHTSA investigate and determine whether a safety defect investigation or recall is warranted. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The paint on my Tesla Model Y is peeling and delaminating along both sides of the rear trunk/hatch seam, adjacent to the rear glass. The issue appears in the same location on both sides in a symmetrical pattern. There has been no accident, impact, or external damage to these areas. The peeling began gradually and has continued to worsen over time. The symmetry and location suggest this is not normal wear or environmental damage, but a potential defect in paint adhesion or manufacturing at the trunk seam. This condition exposes underlying material and may lead to further deterioration, including corrosion over time. I am reporting this as a potential manufacturing defect affecting durability of the vehicle exterior.

On April 11 2026, I was involved in a serious accident involving my 2026 Tesla Model Y. At the time of the incident, I was returning home from my daughter’s event in downtown and had just entered my residential driveway. As I approached the driveway, I applied the brakes and slowed the vehicle. While momentarily stationary or near-stationary, I spoke to my wife, who was seated in the front passenger seat, advising her to secure the food she was holding due to the uneven surface of the driveway. Upon removing my foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated without any input . The vehicle proceeded forward and collided with my garage door. Notably, no collision warning alerts were issued, and no automatic emergency braking system engaged prior to or during the impact. Following the initial collision with garage door, the vehicle failed to stop and instead continued to accelerate into the garage, striking a refrigerator. The impact resulted in substantial damage to the refrigerator and caused extensive structural harm to the property, affecting the garage, adjacent living space, floors, and interior walls. The severity of the collision triggered deployment of the front airbags. At the time, my wife was seated in the front passenger seat, and my [xxx] daughter, along with her friend, was seated in the rear of the vehicle. Emergency services were called, I have forehead bruises and a burn on my hand from airbag deployment. My wife is advised physiotherapy for severe back pain and my daughter has since experienced ongoing emotional distress, nightmares. I am dealing with car and home claims issues for damages I am seeking a formal investigation into the cause of this incident, specifically addressing: 1)the unexpected and unintended acceleration of the vehicle 2)the failure of the vehicle to stop after the initial collision with the garage door 3)the absence of forward collision warnings and failure of automatic emergency braking . Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of info.

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? make/model: Tesla [y] rear body got significant dent while attempting to reverse into a parking space at a Tesla supercharger station, the vehicle—operating with full self-driving (fsd) engaged—collided with a stationary pole located behind the designated parking spot. Fsd failed to detect the Tesla supercharger and tried to park in evgo charging station despite of plenty of vacant Tesla supercharger spots nearby. No other vehilcle was involved netiher any property damage. We would like to make sure Tesla fsd takes full responsibility of damage. As their fsd system malfunctioned. Tesla should bare all charges for repair.

Incident summary: on April 1, 2026, while operating a 2025 Tesla Model Y at highway speeds (approx. 65-70 mph), the front hood (frunk) spontaneously unlatched, flipped upward, and struck the windshield. The impact completely shattered the windshield, obstructed 100% of forward visibility, and caused structural damage to the hood and hinges. I was able to safely navigate to the shoulder by relying on side-view mirrors and lane-keep assist, but the incident constituted an immediate and life-threatening safety hazard. Failure of safety redundancies: lack of digital warning: at no point prior to or during the drive did the vehicle’s software provide an "unlatched," "open," or "warning" notification on the primary display or via audible alert. The vehicle’s sensors failed to detect a compromised latch state. Secondary latch failure: the mechanical secondary safety catch, designed to prevent the hood from fully opening if the primary latch fails, did not engage or hold. The hood bypassed all mechanical and digital failsafes. Spontaneous activation: the vehicle had not been manually accessed in the frunk area immediately prior to this trip, suggesting either a mechanical fatigue of the latch assembly or a software-commanded release error. Year/make/model: 2025 Tesla Model Y license plate: [xxx] previous recalls: this failure appears identical in nature to NHTSA recall 24v-554, which affected 2021-2024 models. It appears the remedy or part quality issues addressed in that recall may persist in the 2025 Model Year production. Safety consequences: the sudden loss of visibility at high speeds on a congested highway created an extreme risk of a high-speed collision, multi-vehicle pileup, and potential fatality. The force of the hood striking the glass sent shards into the cabin. I am requesting an immediate investigation into the 2025 Model Y hood latch assemblies and sensor logic to determine if a new or expanded recall is necessary to prevent loss of life. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (f.

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Forward storage compartment (frunk) is in violation of fmvss 401. There is no emergency release, neither manual or automatic, installed on this vehicle. Previous year models of this vehicle have an illuminated release button that complies with this regulation. Enclosed in images is an example of previous year models versus what is found in my vehicle.

Upon delivery of the vehicle the passenger door would not open from the outside. Multiple vehicle settings were reviewed, and a repair was scheduled to fix the issue.

Tesla Model Y performance with 47,000 miles. Driver's side, rear passanger door would not open. No accident or damage to the car or car door. Door could not be opened from the inside nor the outside with the handle. Issue: the emergency door release in the pocket of the door failed to release and open the door.

My 2026 Tesla Model Y frunk (front hood) internal compartment doesn’t has safety release latch and light. And doesn’t has any mechanism to alert me if human or animal accidentally inside the frunk which concerns me so have to report this issue. Thanks.

Timeline of events: day 1 – delivery March 13, 2026 • drove about 10 miles after delivery. • the driver-side window suddenly rolled fully down by itself while I was driving. • returned immediately to the Tesla service center. They said they cleaned the window and recalibrated it. Later the same day • drove another ~10 miles. • the window dropped fully again while driving. • returned to the service center a second time. • I was told a mechanical part would be replaced, but never provided documentation. Day 2 – today, March 14, 2026 • left home to go to the store. • within about 5 minutes of driving, the window dropped fully again and would not close at all. • the wind noise was extremely loud and the vehicle was very difficult to operate safely. I contacted the service center and was told they cannot provide proof of the part replacement from yesterday. When I called another Tesla service location, the earliest appointment available to even investigate the issue is March 31, 2026, despite the fact that the vehicle is essentially undrivable.

I am reporting a suspected defect involving the front suspension or steering system of my 2026 Tesla Model Y awd. The vehicle produces loud popping, knocking, and rattling noises from the front end when turning the steering wheel at low speeds, particularly when the steering approaches full lock in either direction. The issue is most noticeable when entering or exiting uneven surfaces such as sloped driveways or parking lot entrances where the suspension is under load. During these conditions, the front suspension produces distinct mechanical popping or knocking sounds that appear to originate from the front wheel or suspension area. The noise does not occur while driving straight. It becomes significantly more noticeable when turning left or right at low speeds and worsens as the steering approaches full lock. In addition to the noise, a noticeable mechanical jolt or feedback can be felt through the steering wheel when the popping or knocking occurs. This issue began suddenly without any warning signs. One moment the vehicle was operating normally, and the next the popping and knocking noises began. Since that time the issue has continued consistently during turning maneuvers. The vehicle has not been involved in any collision and has been driven under normal conditions. Numerous other 2026 Tesla Model Y owners have reported similar front suspension symptoms, suggesting this may represent a broader pattern of potential suspension or steering component issues. Because the noise and feedback occur through the steering system while the suspension is under load, this raises concern that a suspension or steering component may be shifting, binding, or prematurely wearing. This condition raises safety concerns because abnormal movement or failure of steering or suspension components could affect vehicle control during turning or emergency maneuvers. I request that this issue be investigated for a possible defect trend affecting Tesla Model Y vehicles.

The forward trunk also known as the frunk does not have the legally required interior release. I have children. I train them how to use a trunk emergency release. This car does not have one for the forward trunk. This is a serious safety hazard.

The front trunk (frunk) on my 2026 Tesla Model Y juniper lacks both internal lighting and an emergency safety release mechanism. This design flaw creates an unnecessary and severe safety risk, as a small adult or child could easily become trapped in the frunk with no way to signal for help or escape. In low-light conditions—such as at night or in a garage without adequate illumination—the absence of a light would exacerbate disorientation and panic for anyone trapped. Without an internal release latch or glow-in-the-dark handle (standard in many vehicle trunks to prevent entrapment deaths), this could lead to a life-threatening suffocation or injury situation, especially if the frunk is accidentally closed on a person during loading/unloading. I discovered this issue while inspecting the frunk during routine cleaning and noticed that my four-year-old sat very comfortably inside the frunk listening to music while I cleaned the car. No incident has occurred yet, but the potential for harm is clear and warrants immediate investigation, as it violates basic entrapment-prevention standards observed in rear trunks and other vehicles. This defect compromises occupant safety and should be addressed through a recall or a retrofit that includes an illuminated emergency release. Please investigate similar complaints for this Model Year.