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Vehicle recall 21V835000 · October 25, 2021

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y

The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
21V835000
Reported to NHTSA
October 25, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer campaign
SB-21-31-003
Owner notification
December 20, 2021
Vehicles potentially affected
2,791
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Suspension › Critical fasteners; Suspension › Front
Recall 21V835000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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