NHTSA Complaint #11523654 — 2018 TESLA MODEL S SUSPENSION

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11523654
Vehicle	2018 TESLA MODEL S
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	May 24, 2023
Date Filed	May 24, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

Rear suspension on 2020 and older model s and x is not adjustable for alignment. Factory camber comes 2 aggressive which burns only the very inner part of the tire at a rapid pace. Upon checking tread depth with gauge you will not see this wear and tires will appear to be good. Tire wear is not visible unless you crawl under vehicle and inspect visually. Many Many reports of blow out tire due to this issue. Look it up. To top it off the vehicle does not come with a spare.

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