NHTSA Complaint #11588278 — 2020 TESLA MODEL Y

SUSPENSION issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11588278
Vehicle	2020 TESLA MODEL Y
Component	SUSPENSION
Date of Incident	May 11, 2024
Date Filed	May 11, 2024
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	CA

Consumer Description

Front suspension issues with lots of creaking and noise when accelerating and decelerating as well as turning. Tesla had previously greased my upper control arms but this issue is now back, worse than ever

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