NHTSA Complaint #11535725 — 2022 TESLA MODEL Y

The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated after driving approximately 5 MPH through a puddle of water on a rainy day, the contact arrived at the residence and parked the vehicle. The contact became aware that the rear bumper and an unknown part underneath the bumper had detached and were hanging down. The contact also became aware that there was water intrusion into the rear of the vehicle and the floor carpet was wet. The vehicle was towed to a Tesla Service Center to be diagnosed. The Tesla Service Center informed the contact that the vehicle was missing parts that were not in stock. The Service Center referred the contact to a Tesla Collision Center for assistance. The contact was informed there would be a cost charged for the repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was 7,700.