Tire Problems of Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y owners have reported 20 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire sidewall (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Tesla Model Y


Recently reported Tire problems of Tesla Model Y

The Tire problem

The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y equipped with michelin tires, tire line: michelin pilot sport, tire size: 255/35/zr21, dot number: (n/a). The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the rear driver’s side tire experienced a blowout.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

The front driver-side oem hankook tire (size: 235/55r18) on my 2026 Tesla Model Y standard range developed a severe 2-inch structural split/crack along the tire shoulder/sidewall under normal daily commuting on paved roads. There was no road hazard or curb impact.   Read details...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System problem

The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the tpms warning light illuminated, with the “tpms fault” message was displayed on the instrument panel.   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

Tire size 255/40r20 tires are chunking please see attached pictures. Numerous other owners with the same issues through online search.   Read details...




Model Y Service Bulletins
Model Y Defect Investigations