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Model Y Rattles/noise issues

Based on recent 2025–2026 owner reports and the latest service bulletins for the "Juniper" and legacy Model Y, here are 5 labels for Model Y Rattles & Interior Noise : Rear Seat Latch & Frame Rattle, Cause: Metal-on-metal contact between the rear seat "U-shaped" striker and the latch, or an unlubricated internal seat actuator. Solution: Applying "Quiet Tape" (felt tape) to the metal striker or slightly adjusting the rubber bump stops. In some cases, Tesla Service Bulletin SB-24-14-001 authorizes a full seat frame replacement. B-Pillar Seat Belt Adjuster Click, Cause: The sliding plastic height adjuster for the seat belt vibrates against the B-pillar trim, especially on rough roads. Solution: Removing the trim and applying thin felt tape to the internal sliding tracks. This is a common "DIY" fix that significantly reduces high-frequency clicking near the driver's ear. HVAC Fan Chirping or Whirring, Cause: Debris or failing bearin...