Tesla – Front Suspension Lateral Link May Separate

Tesla (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.


Affected models: ,

Report Received Date 20211025
NHTSA ID 21V835000
Consequence Summary A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.
Recall Code SB-21-31-003
Potentially Affected 2791
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V835000)

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