Tesla is recalling a small number of 2026 Model Y vehicles in the United States after discovering that improperly tightened front suspension fasteners could allow a suspension link to loosen or separate.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall covers just 19 Model Ys built between July 26 and August 4, 2026. Tesla estimates that 75% of those vehicles may have the issue.
The recall won’t hit Transport Canada as no Model Y vehicles have been imported from the U.S. since mid-2025.
The issue in question involves two fasteners securing each front suspension lateral link to the subframe. If one is not tightened to the correct specification, it could loosen over time and potentially allow the lateral link to separate. NHTSA says that could cause the wheel alignment to shift, reducing vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla first discovered the problem on August 7 after a Model Y was flagged for unusual handling and noise. An end-of-line inspection revealed a missing lateral link fastener.
The investigation traced the issue back to July 26, when a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) used to make sure the correct fastener was torqued during a recovery procedure was inadvertently disabled. Tesla restored the controller on August 7, and restricted access to it to ensure it doesn’t happen again.
Tesla reviewed production records, torque data, video footage and repair records to identify the affected vehicles. As of August 26, the automaker had identified one potentially related warranty claim or field report, with no known crashes, injuries or deaths.
Tesla will inspect both front lateral link fasteners and tighten them to specification as needed. Vehicle alignment will also be checked, while any damaged components will be replaced at no cost.
If you have this issue, Tesla says you may notice a strange noise coming from the front suspension if a fastener begins loosening.
You can read the full NHTSA recall notice below.
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