steering, a little odd!

[XY2B]

Ever since I got my MY, I feel the steering is a bit odd!
1. I feel the steering wheel very sensitive.
2. I find myself needing to continously adjust the steering wheel to stay in the center of the road
3. Steering wheel does nit return to neutral (center position)

Not a severe condition but since it is steering, I thought I ask around; anyone experiencing these symptoms or others with their MY steering?
By the way, I also own a MX and the steering there has none of these issues.

 

[GeezerSquid]

I think I'd get the alignment checked.

 

[Solarman004]

Is your MY involved in the suspension bolt recall: info here

 

[MountainPass]

I also suggest getting the alignment checked, but it is worth noting that the steering rack in the 3 and Y is very fast, perhaps too fast!

 

[Jabba]

I have the exact same thing. Not involved in recall, plenty of experience with Teslas and other vehicles - never experienced anything like this.

SC already did alignment, nothing changed. Went in again, and they say they calibrated the steering (no idea what that even is - sounded like SC speak for 'stop bothering us') - no difference. Next week I'm going to a different SC.

I suspect caster is off, so they should do another alignment, and hopefully do it properly this time.

 

[GeezerSquid]

I would consider taking it to the best alignment shop in your area. i don't have a lot of faith in Service Centers for alignment issues.

YMMV

 

[XY2B]

Booked an appt. For Dec 31. Will let you know what happens. If any!!

 

[Cephas]

Ever since I got my MY, I feel the steering is a bit odd!
1. I feel the steering wheel very sensitive.
2. I find myself needing to continously adjust the steering wheel to stay in the center of the road
3. Steering wheel does nit return to neutral (center position)

Not a severe condition but since it is steering, I thought I ask around; anyone experiencing these symptoms or others with their MY steering?
By the way, I also own a MX and the steering there has none of these issues.

I also have the exact same concern with my MYP. Planning to take in for service to check the alignment

 

[Jabba]

Back at SC today and did a drive along with a technician. He couldn't find any fault. He thought the steering felt a little aggressive when changing lanes on the highway, but other than that he thought everything was normal. He blamed the tires (winters) , even though this issue started when I was still on the factory all-seasons.

Trust me, it's not normal. I have never in my life driven a car that feels like this. It's like I'm constantly battling the steering.

Not sure what to do now. Get an independent assessment? Sue them? Sell it and get a Mach-E?

I'm so unbelievably disappointed right now. I have lots of experience with Teslas and with cars generally. Panel gaps and paint issues didn't faze me. But, this is different. I thought this was something I wouldn't experience with Tesla.

 

[MorrisonHiker]

Ever since I got my MY, I feel the steering is a bit odd!
1. I feel the steering wheel very sensitive.
2. I find myself needing to continuously adjust the steering wheel to stay in the center of the road
3. Steering wheel does nit return to neutral (center position)

Not a severe condition but since it is steering, I thought I ask around; anyone experiencing these symptoms or others with their MY steering?
By the way, I also own a MX and the steering there has none of these issues.

What steering mode are you using? Comfort, Standard or Sport?

 

[XY2B]

Tried all. Fidn't really see any difference. Stayed on standard.

 

[Pianewman]

XY2B and Jabba: Have either of you taken your cars to a reputable indy shop for a FE alignment?

I wouldn't trust any Tesla SC at this point.

 

[db93]

Back at SC today and did a drive along with a technician. He couldn't find any fault. He thought the steering felt a little aggressive when changing lanes on the highway, but other than that he thought everything was normal. He blamed the tires (winters) , even though this issue started when I was still on the factory all-seasons.

Trust me, it's not normal. I have never in my life driven a car that feels like this. It's like I'm constantly battling the steering.

Not sure what to do now. Get an independent assessment? Sue them? Sell it and get a Mach-E?

I'm so unbelievably disappointed right now. I have lots of experience with Teslas and with cars generally. Panel gaps and paint issues didn't faze me. But, this is different. I thought this was something I wouldn't experience with Tesla.

Definitely not normal
My MY has none of these issues, neither did the MS or M3

 

[Jabba]

Tried all. Fidn't really see any difference. Stayed on standard.

Same. I tried them all, no difference. When I drive an S and a 3 I always put the steering in Sport. Now I use Comfort and it still feels heavy.

 

[Jabba]

XY2B and Jabba: Have either of you taken your cars to a reputable indy shop for a FE alignment?

I wouldn't trust any Tesla SC at this point.

I would if I could find one. Lots of alignment shops in Toronto, but most seen to be of the McAlignment Drive Thru variety.

 

[Pianewman]

Jabba: Have you posted the question on different local car club sites? There must be a decent FEA shop in Toronto.

Maybe even Firestone/Bridgestone, or Goodyear shop?

 

[N..8]

Coming from driving a Model S for the past few years, the Model Y has heavy steering. Not sure if it's a combo of things that cause it, smaller steering wheel, tire sizes, camber or software. Time will tell by watching the tire wear and pattern.

 

[alexcue]

Just a thought... try to test drive a demo MY, see how that feels. If it's the same, then it's just the model. But if it's what you expect it to be then there is a problem with your car.

 

[ecobon]

Ask for a sheet showing caster, camber, tow specs and readings before/after. "Aggressive" steering can be related to tires and grooves on the road, but tow settings are indicative of this type of behavior as well.

 

[Jabba]

Just a thought... try to test drive a demo MY, see how that feels. If it's the same, then it's just the model. But if it's what you expect it to be then there is a problem with your car.

I have driven a demo Y, and it did not feel like this.

I sent a couple of messages to the service centre expressing that I was not happy with the experience and their conclusions. To their credit, the service manager called me to discuss. We have now decided that I will come back in January with the OEM tires. They will swap them and we will do a test drive to see if they can still feel that aggressive turn-in when changing lanes. I know it will be the same, because I've felt this since I drove off the lot. At least then we can start having a discussion again.