2021 Tesla Model Y wheels problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the wheels on the 2021 Tesla Model Y — 1% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tesla model y is experiencing a front passenger airbag sensor failure (OCS) covered by factory bulletin SB-23-20-002 alongside TMPS and EAEB alerts. Tesla corporate resolutions is refusing to fix these safety system failures with out charging $1400 out-of-pocket, citing warranty expired.”
filed Jun 29, 2026
“The vehicle lost steering at 10 mph as a bolt from the front suspension's upper control arm and lateral link fasteners became loose and detached rom the vehicle. The wheel was completely misaligned, and the vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle could not be moved to the side of the road, putting my…”
filed Jul 21, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Wheels problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2025 Model Y | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 47 | 4% |
| 2022 Model Y | 14 | 2% |
| 2020 Model Y | 11 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Tesla Model Y
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.