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2020 Tesla Model 3 suspension problems

The 2020 Tesla Model 3 has 37 suspension complaints filed with NHTSA — 5% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

37

Suspension complaints

5%

Share of year

3

Crash-involved

1

Related recalls

Suspension complaints by year

Model 3 suspension complaints by model year165 complaints2017: 1 complaints2018: 165 complaints2019: 76 complaints2020: 37 complaints2021: 11 complaints2022: 7 complaints2023: 18 complaints2024: 4 complaints2025: 4 complaints
Model 3 suspension complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Related recalls

21V835000SuspensionOctober 25, 2021 · 2,791 units

Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.

Consequence

A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.

Common questions

How many suspension complaints does the 2020 Tesla Model 3 have?

NHTSA has 37 complaints about the 2020 Tesla Model 3 suspension — 5% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2020 Tesla Model 3 suspension?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the suspension: 21V835000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.