[VIDEO] Model 3 Squeaking steering at low speeds

[besnova]

Today my model 3 started making a squeaking sound when steering at low speeds. I notice this more at red lights making turns, parking, so maybe less than 5-10mph. The steering still feels normal and the sound is the same in both Comfort and Sport steering.

I'm going to schedule a visit to Tesla soon. I just don't want them to blame the painted calipers. I had them done over a month ago when I first got delivery and this just came up today. I'm hoping it can be an easy fix but wanted to know if anyone seen this or knows what it could be?

I have a a video:

 

[ishulai]

I’m guessing upper control arms. It’s a known failure point on these cars, and Tesla should warranty it unless you have aftermarket suspension parts that they can blame it on.

 

[SK360]

Front Upper control arms, service centers have been doing so many of these they won't even bat an eye at it.

 

[driver7]

When I took mine in for the fix that others have already named, it took the Service Center about half a day to return the car to me. Make sure you share the video with them when scheduling the appointment.

They told me the fix can’t be performed by Mobile Service.

 

[leonar40]

Ya it's the rubber boot in the upper control arms. If you are still under warranty have it replaced for free. If you are out of warranty there are some tricks to get rid of the squeaking at least for a while, and extend the life of the rubber boot. Check it out on Youtube, lots of videos on the topic.