NHTSA Complaint #11682492 — 2023 TESLA MODEL Y

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11682492
Vehicle	2023 TESLA MODEL Y
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	July 24, 2025
Date Filed	August 22, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	HI

Consumer Description

According to TESLA service, my two "lateral links" for the front wheels need to be replaced. They sent us photos of the issue and it looks like one of the fasteners for one of the lateral links was missing (1 of two fasteners) If the other fastener failed/fell out the car could easily steer out of control. The problem of the lateral links was confirmed by Tesla servicing. They are repairing it under warranty. It was only been inspected by the manufacturer, Tesla. There were no warning lamps. The only indication was the thumping sound during turns.

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