Tesla air suspension longevity’s not too shabby

[The Artillerist]

In a Tesla Facebook page, someone asked how had the air suspension held up on members cars. I was in disbelief with 99% of the answers that claimed to be on original air springs after serious mileage, as much as 200k+ mi.

 

[The Artillerist]

 

[IndyIan]

I guess they aren't using Audi or MB suppliers? Who makes the components?

 

[Trav]

It looks like Bilstein Made in Mexico and Assembled in USA.

 

[The Artillerist]

I guess they aren't using Audi or MB suppliers? Who makes the components?

I know it’s anecdotal, but…

 

[Skippy722]

I’m curious as to the climate these cars are in. Can’t really speak to other makes, but when researching my Ram air suspension issues are common in climates that get snow.

 

[IndyIan]

I’m curious as to the climate these cars are in. Can’t really speak to other makes, but when researching my Ram air suspension issues are common in climates that get snow.

Yes, that's a good point, rust belt life isn't good for anything!

 

[nthach]

The Lexus ones are guaranteed to fail after 150K. KYB and Bridgestone don’t make a good air spring strut.

Not shocked if Tesla is using Firestone airbags with a Bilstein or Monroe shock. Firestone airbags are default on American big rigs and buses.

 

[The Artillerist]

The Lexus ones are guaranteed to fail after 150K. KYB and Bridgestone don’t make a good air spring strut.

Not shocked if Tesla is using Firestone airbags with a Bilstein or Monroe shock. Firestone airbags are default on American big rigs and buses.

It is Firestone with Bilsten!

 

[Oillover]

I’m curious as to the climate these cars are in. Can’t really speak to other makes, but when researching my Ram air suspension issues are common in climates that get snow.

+1
IIRC most EV and Tesla owners are in fair climates that don't see harsh extremes.