Tesla Model Y named worst car for reliability in Germany's major TÜV report
6 days ago
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- Tesla Model Y ranked worst for reliability in Germany's TÜV Report 2026.
- 17.3% of Model Ys failed inspections with significant or dangerous defects, the highest in a decade.
- Main issues: suspension components (control arm bushings) and brake discs (rust due to regenerative braking).
- Lighting defects also contributed to the high failure rate.
- Other EVs like Mini Cooper SE and Audi Q4 e-tron performed much better (3.5% and 4.0% defect rates).
- Tesla's powertrain remains reliable despite these issues.
- Suspension problems persist even in newer Model Ys, with recalls and NHTSA investigations ongoing.