2023 Tesla Model Y Suspension Fastener Recall (22V895)
Tesla, Inc. · 26 vehicles · Reported December 5, 2022
Tesla, Inc. is recalling 26 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly attached to the sub-frame. A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 22V895 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V895000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | SB-22-31-002 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 5, 2022 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2023 Tesla Model Y |
| Units affected | 26 |
| Component | Suspension > Critical Fasteners |
| Safety risk | A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2023 Tesla Model Y in recall 22V895?
The front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly attached to the sub-frame.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model Y vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly attached to the sub-frame.
Is it safe to drive a 2023 Model Y with recall 22V895?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Model Y shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the critical fasteners, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 22V895?
Recall 22V895 covers 26 vehicles: 2023 Tesla Model Y.
NHTSA lists 26 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Tesla | Model Y |
What is the fix for the Model Y suspension fastener recall?
Yes. Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge.
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-31-002.
When was recall 22V895 announced?
Tesla, Inc. reported recall 22V895 to NHTSA on December 5, 2022. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as February 7, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 5, 2022 | Tesla, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 22V895000. |
| February 7, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 46 months ago. If your Model Y was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Model Y is part of recall 22V895?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 22V895 is open on your Model Y, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 22V895000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Model Y owners do about recall 22V895?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 22V895000 applies to your Model Y.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Tesla dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Keep a simple log of any critical fasteners symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Model Y owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1,166 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 182 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Since recall 22V895 was reported on December 5, 2022, owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 5 of them (3%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the suspension, wheels and tires and were received on or after December 5, 2022, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related suspension, wheels and tires issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,166 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 182 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2023 Tesla Model Y: 1,166 complaints in total, 182 about the suspension, wheels and tires
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
My wife was driving her 2023 Model Y with our [XXX] son in it, suddenly she heard a loud sound back to back twice and the car stopped, she couldn’t drive or move the car, she stepped out and saw 2 large bolts on the ground near the front passenger tire and the tired turned…
2023 Tesla Model Y owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11638960, filed January 27, 2025
The two bolts securing the lower lateral link of the front passenger side loosened and dropped out in 14 months of the car ownership, causing the lateral link detached from the subframe of the car. The car makes loud noise when turning, poses danger of suspension failure and possibly loss of control on freeway driving.
2023 Tesla Model Y owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11646395, filed March 4, 2025
Two weeks I had my model Y serviced for shaking of the car and steering wheel. They deemed the cause of the shaking due to unalignment of the wheels and they claimed to have fixed the issue.
2023 Tesla Model Y owner, CA, NHTSA complaint 11647275, filed March 9, 2025
Can recall 22V895 make my Model Y a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this critical fasteners recall means their Model Y qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Suspension, wheel and tire defects can affect handling and control. Clunks, pulling and vibration that return after a repair point to a defect that has not been fixed.
This campaign follows an earlier recall for the same issue. A second recall can mean the first remedy failed, and repeated repair attempts on the same defect are the core of most lemon law claims.
Earlier campaigns on these vehicles involving the same component: 21V835000.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 22V895
Did the recall 22V895 fix work?
Since recall 22V895 was reported on December 5, 2022, owners have filed 162 complaints with NHTSA about the suspension, wheels and tires on these vehicles. 5 of them (3%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed February 7, 2023.
Is the 22V895000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Model Y is part of recall 22V895000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 22V895000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Tesla. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.