Screwless Mud Flaps for Model Y: Install & Fit

Quick answer

Screwless mud flaps for the Tesla Model Y attach without drilling or tape. Proper alignment and a few seconds of patience are all you need for a secure, gap-free fit.

Installation steps

1. 1. Check your wheel-well hardware: Look behind each rear wheel. If you see a rubber grommet, the flaps will push in. If you see a bolt, you'll need to unscrew it, slide the flap over, and re-tighten the bolt through the flap's slot. Skipping this check is the most common mistake—it turns a 2-minute job into a 20-minute puzzle.
2. 2. Align the front flaps first: Hold the front mud flap against the body seam so the curved edge matches the wheel well. Press it into the gap until you hear a click. There is no screw or clip—the tension holds it. If the flap feels loose, remove it and check for debris in the gap. A clean gap is essential for a tight grip.
3. 3. Fit the rear flaps with the fastener in mind: For grommet-style cars: push the rear flap into the gap until the tab locks behind the grommet. For bolt-style cars: line up the flap's slot with the bolt hole, insert the bolt through the flap, and tighten until snug—do not overtighten. Over-tightening a bolt can crack the ABS plastic. Stop as soon as the flap feels secure.
4. 4. Verify alignment and clearance: Walk around the car and check that both flaps sit flush against the body. Turn the steering wheel full left and right to confirm the flaps don't rub the tires. A rubbing sound means the flap is too low or angled. Reposition it before driving—once the plastic scuffs, it won't look new again.

Product details

• 2020-2025 | Model Y Mud Flaps Screwless (Set of 4): Only fits 2020–2024 Model Y. Newer models may have a bolt behind the rear wheel instead of a grommet. Made from solid ABS rigid plastic, about 3/4" shorter than Tesla's OEM version to clear speed bumps. The shorter profile means you won't scrape on driveways, but you must check your wheel-well hardware to confirm the flaps will lock in place.