Tesla Model 3 Suspension Clunk — Rear Lower Control Arm
Tesla
Model 3
2018
All
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
⚠️ Drive with Caution
Safety Impact
Indirect risk — worth monitoring, not urgent
Urgency Level
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A clunking noise from the rear of Model 3 over bumps indicates rear lower control arm bushing wear. Early production cars (2018-2020) are most affected. Control arm replacement costs £200-400 per side.
Repair / Solution
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⚠️ Wrong Diagnosis?
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