Tesla Model Y L owners in China are reporting a rear suspension problem, with some of the extended-wheelbase vehicles experiencing significant sagging after accumulating mileage or carrying heavier loads.
The issue has appeared on Chinese social media, where owners say the gap between the rear tires and wheel arches can shrink substantially. In more severe cases, first reported by Chinese media outlet Sina, the suspension drops far enough that owners can fit a finger between the tire and wheel arch. (via Car News China)
One owner reportedly experienced severe sagging after approximately 9,000 km (~5,500 miles) while travelling fully loaded, while another noticed the problem after nearly 30,000 km (~18,640 miles). Beyond the noticeably lower ride height, the suspension issues have resulted in increased vehicle movement and uneven tire wear caused by changes to rear wheel alignment.
According to owners who have experienced the issue, Tesla considers a standard rear wheel arch height to be 784mm, and anything within 20mm of that figure is said to be considered normal. If that measurement falls below 764mm, Tesla is replacing the springs.
However, replacing the springs doesn’t appear to be solving the underlying problem.
At least one owner claims the suspension sag returned just 10 days after receiving replacement springs. If similar cases become widespread, it could indicate that the springs themselves aren’t the only factor involved, potentially pointing to other suspension design or loading stresses, although there is currently no confirmation of the root cause.
The Model Y L launched in China in August 2025 as Tesla’s larger six-seat version of the Model Y. The vehicle has since expanded to the rest of Asia and the Pacific region, and more recently the U.S., with the first deliveries expected to begin there soon.
Despite now sourcing the Model 3 from Giga Shanghai, Canadians can’t order the Model Y L yet. Currently Tesla imports Model Y from Giga Berlin, which has not added the six-seat Model Y L to its production lines.
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