Tesla just dropped the Model Y L ground clearance specs by 3-4 mm in the latest owner's manual, a direct response to ongoing Model Y L suspension issues.
The change came after Tesla Chan and Drive Tesla Canada flagged real-world reports of Model Y L rear suspension problems. In April the manual listed overall height at 1,668 mm, loaded ground clearance at 122 mm, and unloaded clearance at 169 mm. The newest version quietly lowers those numbers, effectively making the sagging "within spec."
What the numbers actually mean
This is classic Tesla behavior. Instead of fixing the hardware, they update the book so fewer cars fall outside tolerance. I read it as an admission that Tesla suspension sagging is now expected on the Model Y L.
Rear springs getting replaced anyway
Some owners are still getting new rear springs under warranty when their vehicles drop below the old tolerance. That tells me the Model Y L rear suspension hardware has real issues that a few millimeters of paperwork won't solve.
What this means for owners
If you're shopping a Model Y L, check the latest manual yourself and measure your ground clearance before the warranty clock runs out. The Model Y L suspension issues post on my site has the full timeline. For deeper details on the rear end specifically, read the Model Y L rear suspension update.
Bottom line
Tesla changed the spec instead of the springs for most cars. Owners who catch their Model Y L rear suspension sagging early may still get the parts replaced, but the company is clearly trying to move the goalposts. Watch your clearance and document everything.
