2019 Tesla Model 3 suspension problems
82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2019 Tesla Model 3 — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Noise came from front left wheel while driving around a turn. Later the same day another noise when turning the wheel when leaving a parking spot. Steering felt strange. It was late at night, so left the vehicle until the morning. In the morning, discovered a large bolt in front of the vehicle. The…”
filed Aug 3, 2026
“Over a period of several weeks, the front suspension increasingly made noise (squeaking and groaning) and felt loose when turning and going over bumps. The front control arms were replaced 10/31/24. The problem has begun recurring over the last few months, with the same noise occurring and…”
filed Aug 3, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate…Campaign 23V235000 · Mar 31, 2023
- Front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate…Campaign 21V835000 · Oct 25, 2021
Related service bulletins
A firmware diagnosis feature is being introduced on Model 3 and Model Y vehicles that monitors wheel alignment over time. This feature detects changes in wheel alignment that may be related to incorrect tire pressures…
SB-25-31-004 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 24, 2025
Suspension problems in other Model 3 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Model 3 | 5 | 4% |
| 2024 Model 3 | 6 | 3% |
| 2023 Model 3 | 18 | 4% |
| 2022 Model 3 | 7 | 1% |
| 2021 Model 3 | 12 | 2% |
| 2020 Model 3 | 43 | 10% |
| 2018 Model 3 | 173 | 17% |
| 2017 Model 3 | 1 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 Tesla Model 3
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.