# Tesla, Inc.: Front Suspension Lateral Link May Separate (26V558000)

**Recall Urgency Score:** 20/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Subject | Front Suspension Lateral Link May Separate |
| NHTSA ID | 26V558000 |
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-26-31-004 |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Units potentially affected | 19 |
| Do not drive | No |
| Park outside | No |
| Defect | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened, allowing the lateral link to loosen or separate from the sub-frame. |
| Consequence | A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners and check wheel the alignment, free of charge. In addition, Tesla Service will replace any related parts that may have been damaged as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-31-004. |

## Why this score
- 19 units affected.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls, via data.transportation.gov (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V558000). Last refreshed: 2026-11-03T18:08:10.172Z.
Recall data comes from NHTSA and is summarized automatically; check the official notice and VIN lookup before acting. Informational only.