2018 Tesla Model X suspension problems
37 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 2018 Tesla Model X — 20% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Control arm squeaks. Only way Tesla fixes is to replace. Smoke fix is a 2$ grease application to ball joint but they charge 1500$. I have done it 2 times and now again happened.”
filed Sep 13, 2025
“During a recent inspection, the Tesla service center (at Los Gatos) informed me that my Model X is missing a suspension bolt, and they stated they do not now why and how it's missing. It is a serious safety hazard, as it may affect handling, stability, and safety. They asked me to get it fixed…”
filed Aug 14, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Suspension problems in other Model X years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Model X | 3 | 12% |
| 2023 Model X | 4 | 2% |
| 2022 Model X | 9 | 7% |
| 2021 Model X | 6 | 15% |
| 2020 Model X | 37 | 30% |
| 2019 Model X | 26 | 26% |
| 2017 Model X | 59 | 22% |
| 2016 Model X | 150 | 34% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2018 Tesla Model X
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.