2021 TESLA MODEL Y
22 recalls, 1,946 complaints - 79 TSBs
26V283000 May 4, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requiremen... Read more
Consequence
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
24V935000 Dec 17, 2024
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to co... Read more
Consequence
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
24V554000 Jul 24, 2024
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Consequence
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
24V376000 May 28, 2024
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirem... Read more
Consequence
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
24V153000 Feb 27, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Sta... Read more
Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.
24V051000 Jan 30, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicle... Read more
Consequence
Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
23V838000 Dec 12, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope... Read more
Consequence
In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.
23V085000 Feb 15, 2023
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling s... Read more
Consequence
FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
22V844000 Nov 15, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
Consequence
A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.
22V702000 Sep 19, 2022
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehi... Read more
Consequence
A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.
22V317000 May 9, 2022
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model 3 and 2021 Model Y vehicles. The fisheye and narrow camera cable terminals were incorrectly installed in the cable harness connector, resulting in swapped camera views.
Consequence
Swapped camera views can prevent the vehicle's cameras from detecting crossing objects and high-curvature lane lines, impairing the Autosteer and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) performance, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will correct the swapped terminals and recalibrate the cameras, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-17-007.
22V235000 Apr 12, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these veh... Read more
Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer se... Read more
22V063000 Feb 4, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these veh... Read more
Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3... Read more
22V050000 Feb 2, 2022
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:AIR HANDLER/CHAMBER, DUCTS, AND VALVES
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance. As such, these ve... Read more
Consequence
Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.
22V045000 Feb 1, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Fede... Read more
Consequence
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.
22V037000 Jan 27, 2022
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first c... Read more
Consequence
Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.
21V912000 Nov 21, 2021
SUSPENSION
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.
Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-004.
21V846000 Oct 29, 2021
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Consequence
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
21V835000 Oct 25, 2021
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Consequence
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.
21V387000 May 25, 2021
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
Consequence
Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tes... Read more
21V388000 May 25, 2021
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.
Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for... Read more
21V389000 May 25, 2021
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.
Consequence
An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
1,946 total complaints
142 crashes 17 fires 56 injuries 2 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 335 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 281 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 169 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 134 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 132 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 129 |
| ENGINE | 107 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 98 |
| POWER TRAIN | 79 |
| STEERING | 70 |
STEERING
Jul 12, 2026
Incident date: Jul 8, 2026
The electronic power assisted steering (EPAS) rack on my 2021 Tesla Model Y experienced an internal electronic failure. The failure first occurred while the vehicle was performing an automated parking maneuver (Autopark) at low speed. The vehicle displayed the warning "Steering assist reduced / Stee... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jul 11, 2026
Incident date: Jul 7, 2026
Recurring front passenger safety restraint system fault causing incorrect occupant detection for airbag deployment. Failed and was ‘repaired’ 3 times since 2024, including 2 consecutive failed repairs of the same part within the last 3 months. Tesla service advisor also mentioned informally this... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 11, 2026
Incident date: Jul 7, 2026
Recurring front passenger safety restraint system fault causing incorrect occupant detection for airbag deployment. Failed and was ‘repaired’ 3 times since 2024, including 2 consecutive failed repairs of the same part within the last 3 months. Tesla service advisor also mentioned informally this... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
Error ui_a020 "steering assist reduced" appears without any noticeable steering changes at the moment, but with a warning that steering may become increasingly harder and harder. There were recent recalls on other models of Tesla.
STEERING
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
Error ui_a020 "steering assist reduced" appears without any noticeable steering changes at the moment, but with a warning that steering may become increasingly harder and harder. There were recent recalls on other models of Tesla.
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jul 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 30, 2026
Error ui_a020 "steering assist reduced" appears without any noticeable steering changes at the moment, but with a warning that steering may become increasingly harder and harder. There were recent recalls on other models of Tesla.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 2, 2026
Safety features on vehicle stopped working after software update was pushed to my vehicle. GPS, all cameras including backup camera and ones used for blind spots, and cruise control have all stopped working. Time displays incorrectly due to GPS issue and night mode stays on so rear view & back windo... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 2, 2026
Safety features on vehicle stopped working after software update was pushed to my vehicle. GPS, all cameras including backup camera and ones used for blind spots, and cruise control have all stopped working. Time displays incorrectly due to GPS issue and night mode stays on so rear view & back windo... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jul 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 2, 2026
Safety features on vehicle stopped working after software update was pushed to my vehicle. GPS, all cameras including backup camera and ones used for blind spots, and cruise control have all stopped working. Time displays incorrectly due to GPS issue and night mode stays on so rear view & back windo... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Tesla model y is experiencing a front passenger airbag sensor failure (OCS) covered by factory bulletin SB-23-20-002 alongside TMPS and EAEB alerts. Tesla corporate resolutions is refusing to fix these safety system failures with out charging $1400 out-of-pocket, citing warranty expired.
SEATS
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Tesla model y is experiencing a front passenger airbag sensor failure (OCS) covered by factory bulletin SB-23-20-002 alongside TMPS and EAEB alerts. Tesla corporate resolutions is refusing to fix these safety system failures with out charging $1400 out-of-pocket, citing warranty expired.
WHEELS
Jun 29, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Tesla model y is experiencing a front passenger airbag sensor failure (OCS) covered by factory bulletin SB-23-20-002 alongside TMPS and EAEB alerts. Tesla corporate resolutions is refusing to fix these safety system failures with out charging $1400 out-of-pocket, citing warranty expired.
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
The steering is not functioning properly. This is sealed system and no where else I can get it. This a safety issue and I haven't seen any car steering failing like this. Even cars as old as 20 year has no such issues. This is huge slap on of $3k+ on consumer. The cars is hardly 5 year old.
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
The steering is not functioning properly. This is sealed system and no where else I can get it. This a safety issue and I haven't seen any car steering failing like this. Even cars as old as 20 year has no such issues. This is huge slap on of $3k+ on consumer. The cars is hardly 5 year old.
STEERING
Jun 18, 2026
Incident date: Jun 12, 2026
The steering is not functioning properly. This is sealed system and no where else I can get it. This a safety issue and I haven't seen any car steering failing like this. Even cars as old as 20 year has no such issues. This is huge slap on of $3k+ on consumer. The cars is hardly 5 year old.
SUSPENSION
Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 15, 2026
2021 Tesla Model Y suffered a complete failure of the front lower lateral links, compliance links, and upper control arms at only 29,103 miles. The vehicle has been inspected by the manufacturer. It is currently being repaired at my cost. There was no warning lights or messages. I had noticed a crea... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
* What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? FSD. It is available upon request. * How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Over the course of the last two months since the last FSD update (currently on v12.6.4), at least 20... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
* What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? FSD. It is available upon request. * How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Over the course of the last two months since the last FSD update (currently on v12.6.4), at least 20... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Jun 16, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
* What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? FSD. It is available upon request. * How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Over the course of the last two months since the last FSD update (currently on v12.6.4), at least 20... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 15, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
Backed-out LH Rear Lower Fore Link bolt causing structural elongation damage to the rear subframe mounting hole, requiring full subframe replacement. Vehicle had been serviced exclusively by Tesla. Tesla issued Service Bulletin SB-25-31-004 on April 17, 2026 covering this exact condition. Tesla decl... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Jun 12, 2026
Incident date: May 31, 2026
We were trying to drive home and the middle seat belt, where my youngest child was sitting, would not latch. it would 'click' in, but if you pulled on it, it would pop out. This was terrifying because we had to drive home on a 2-lane highway with oncoming traffic. I checked online and found that m... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 6, 2026
Four times in the last month or so, the accelerator pedal has stuck while driving. I take my foot off the gas but the engine continues racing, and the car keeps increasing in speed. The last time it happened I almost ran into the car in front of me. I slammed hard on the brakes to try and stop th... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Jun 6, 2026
Four times in the last month or so, the accelerator pedal has stuck while driving. I take my foot off the gas but the engine continues racing, and the car keeps increasing in speed. The last time it happened I almost ran into the car in front of me. I slammed hard on the brakes to try and stop th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
Since i've had my truck the passenger seat vibrates excessively while driving; the oil alert comes on even when there is oil, current oil change; seems to not have power, shifts hard. What's interesting is that these items come up when I searched on recalls. this truck is not driven hard... mehan... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
Since i've had my truck the passenger seat vibrates excessively while driving; the oil alert comes on even when there is oil, current oil change; seems to not have power, shifts hard. What's interesting is that these items come up when I searched on recalls. this truck is not driven hard... mehan... Read more
SEATS
Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: May 21, 2026
Since i've had my truck the passenger seat vibrates excessively while driving; the oil alert comes on even when there is oil, current oil change; seems to not have power, shifts hard. What's interesting is that these items come up when I searched on recalls. this truck is not driven hard... mehan... Read more
STEERING
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
Severe, life-threatening autonomous safety system and powertrain failures in a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. The vehicle exhibits sudden, violent unintended acceleration, unprovoked emergency braking, and steering lockups. On multiple occasions, including at 75 MPH on the freeway and 45 MPH on city st... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
Severe, life-threatening autonomous safety system and powertrain failures in a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV. The vehicle exhibits sudden, violent unintended acceleration, unprovoked emergency braking, and steering lockups. On multiple occasions, including at 75 MPH on the freeway and 45 MPH on city st... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Apr 2, 2024
Driving at 70 mph on interstate, driver adjusted hands on steering wheel and accidently pulled both paddles, shifting car into neutral. Fortunately, there was little traffic, and the driver was able to move to the side of the interstate, out the car into park and shift back to drive. This was high... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Mar 1, 2026
Ford Motor Company has failed to remedy NHTSA Safety Recall 25V863 (Ford recall number 25C69, Integrated Park Module / Park Pawl Engagement) on my vehicle within the timely manner required, and the recall remains in "Recall Incomplete" status more than four months past Ford's own stated remedy avail... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jun 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Flex. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side B Pillar Trim Appliques detached and fell off. The dealer ws made aware of the failre, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer was not made aware of the f... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
While driving, a SiriusXM advertisement popped up in the center infotainment screen that controls not only the radio, but several of the driver assistance and climate control features of the car. They created it in a way that makes calling the advertiser very easy, with a big centrally-located butto... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Range Rover has. Recall with no remedy. Going on a year now.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jun 3, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Even after the recent recall for backup camera freezing, my backup camera froze again today. I took the car in, in the past, to report the problem and was told to reset the computer even after the technician witnessed the problem. Got charged $300 so haven't been back. Problem has been there for ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 30, 2026
Incident date: May 30, 2026
Infotainment system randomly makes its own selections. Turns volume up and down, changes settings, changes stations... etc. Anything that can be controlled on the screen is at risk of being randomly hijacked. Once, my drivers assist volume was unexpectedly turned to full blast and randomly shouted "... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 28, 2026
Incident date: May 28, 2026
The vehicle's infotainment, driver gauge cluster and on display safety systems all fully lock up and reboot after about 30 minutes of driving. If you have highway ADAS engaged, warning sounds will occur but no display explaining the warnings. If you're using the vehicle's safety systems you sudden... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 26, 2026
Incident date: May 26, 2026
NHTSA RECALL #25V-586 Around September of 2025, I notified Alfa Romeo Customer service that my vehicle was experiencing symptoms of this recall. Symptoms include but are not limited to severe fuel pump whine that fluctuates with RPM, as well as intermittent LOMP. The whine is audible 100% of the tim... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 26, 2026
Incident date: May 26, 2026
Several times, the car put itself into park while driving. Two times, the brakes failed while driving. The brake was pushed all the way to the ground, but the car would not stop.
POWER TRAIN
May 24, 2026
Incident date: May 22, 2026
READ BELOW WE HAVE STATED THE SHIFT TO PARK ISSUE ON MOST GMC VEHICLES
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 19, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
What component failed: The rear plastic trim on my 2023 Toyota Prius cracked without any impact, accident, or external cause. The component is still on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. Safety risk: While this is primarily a structural/cosmetic defect, cracking plastic trim that... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
May 19, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
I am reporting two unresolved safety-related defects on my 2021 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [XXX] ) that occurred following paid service at Tesla's League City Service Center on 04/16/2026 DEFECT 1 — COMPUTER AND SENSOR SYSTEM FAILURE: The vehicle's onboard computer cuts in and out intermittently. Sensors... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
May 19, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
I am reporting two unresolved safety-related defects on my 2021 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [XXX] ) that occurred following paid service at Tesla's League City Service Center on 04/16/2026 DEFECT 1 — COMPUTER AND SENSOR SYSTEM FAILURE: The vehicle's onboard computer cuts in and out intermittently. Sensors... Read more
AIR BAGS
May 13, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2024
This issue involves a documented and recurring safety-related defect that was reported multiple times while my vehicle was still covered under Nissan’s factory warranty related to the airbag system. My 2020 Nissan Altima currently has approximately 53,900 miles and has experienced repeated airbag... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
May 8, 2026
Incident date: Apr 30, 2026
On Tuesday, May 5 2026 upon entering the vehicle, my wife closed the drivers door at which time the rear windshield exploded. The vehicle is scheduled for an appointment on Monday, May 11, 2026 at Porterville Ford for inspection. Approximately 50% of the glass came out, both inside and outside the... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 8, 2026
Incident date: Apr 30, 2026
On Tuesday, May 5 2026 upon entering the vehicle, my wife closed the drivers door at which time the rear windshield exploded. The vehicle is scheduled for an appointment on Monday, May 11, 2026 at Porterville Ford for inspection. Approximately 50% of the glass came out, both inside and outside the... Read more
ENGINE
May 8, 2026
Incident date: Apr 30, 2026
The component/system that failed or malfunctioned is the SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) NOx Catalyst Efficiency system, triggering DTC P20EE – SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1). This issue began immediately after Ford Recall 24S78 (PCM software update) was performed on Apri... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 7, 2026
The blind spot system was a problem when I purchased the car, it spent 15 days in service in the first 30 days of ownership to address the issues. Now, I after another light came on I discovered 9 open recalls on the vehicle that were not disclosed prior to purchase.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 7, 2026
The blind spot system was a problem when I purchased the car, it spent 15 days in service in the first 30 days of ownership to address the issues. Now, I after another light came on I discovered 9 open recalls on the vehicle that were not disclosed prior to purchase.
ENGINE
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 7, 2026
I was driving down the freeway at 75 miles an hour. All of a sudden the press start popped up pulled over. On the shoulder and the motor would not start.
Showing 50 of 1,946 complaints.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 TESLA MODEL Y
79 manufacturer communications from 42 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 14 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 10 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 8 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 4 |
| 353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE | 4 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 4 |
| 251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC) | 4 |
OwnersF
Mar 30, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
OwnersF
Mar 30, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index393
Mar 27, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index393
Mar 27, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index396
Mar 27, 2024
353620 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index396
Mar 27, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index396
Mar 27, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index396
Mar 27, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index392
Mar 23, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index392
Mar 23, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index392
Mar 23, 2024
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Index392
Mar 23, 2024
353620 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
SB2118002
Mar 21, 2024
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB2217014
Mar 12, 2024
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Certain Model Y vehicles that received a tow hitch retrofit in Service may require a replacement LH Body Controller Module.
SB2217014
Mar 12, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model Y vehicles that received a tow hitch retrofit in Service may require a replacement LH Body Controller Module.
terminalC
Feb 19, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Owner's Manual.
developJ
Feb 13, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Owner's Manual.
developE
Feb 7, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Owner's Manual
Owners documenta
Jan 28, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Owners documenta
Jan 28, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Owners documenta
Jan 18, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Owners documenta
Jan 18, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualI
Dec 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualE
Dec 1, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualS
Nov 22, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualS
Nov 22, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualS
Nov 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualS
Nov 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
SB2310003
Nov 22, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
ManualM
Nov 20, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualM
Nov 20, 2023
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualM
Nov 20, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
ManualM
Nov 20, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
DocumentationC
Oct 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
SB23-32-003
Oct 11, 2023
010000 STEERING
On some Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, the steering wheel cover material may separate from the steering wheel at the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock position (Figures 1 and 2). NOTE: The material separation of the steering wheel cover is cosmetic on
SB-23-32-003
Oct 11, 2023
010000 STEERING
On some Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, the steering wheel cover material may separate from the steering wheel at the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock position (Figures 1 and 2). NOTE: The material separation of the steering wheel cover is cosmetic on
SB2320002R6
Aug 2, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
SB2320002R5
Jun 16, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
Documentation
Jun 9, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
SB2320002R4
Jun 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
Manual-6
May 22, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
Manual-6
May 22, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software ver
SB-23-10-003 R2
Apr 27, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
SB-23-10-003 R2
Apr 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
SB-23-10-003 R1
Apr 17, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
SB-23-10-003 R1
Apr 17, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
SB-23-10-003
Apr 5, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
SB-23-10-003
Apr 5, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model Y vehicles, water may have leaked inside the rear trunk area through the liftgate assembly.
SB-23-20-002 R2
Mar 27, 2023
143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
SB-23-20-002 R2
Mar 27, 2023
220000 SEATS
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
SB-23-20-002 R1
Mar 15, 2023
143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
SB-23-20-002
Mar 11, 2023
220000 SEATS
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may need a different Occupant Classification System (OCS) installed in the front passenger seat before servicing its subcomponents.
SB-21-18-002-R6
Aug 17, 2022
119121 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY THERMAL:MANAGEMENT:SOFTWARE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB-22-17-014
Aug 15, 2022
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Certain Model Y vehicles that received a tow hitch retrofit in Service may require a replacement LH Body Controller Module.
SB-22-17-014
Aug 15, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model Y vehicles that received a tow hitch retrofit in Service may require a replacement LH Body Controller Module.
SB2233005
Apr 29, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233005
Apr 29, 2022
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233005
Apr 29, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233005
Apr 29, 2022
033310 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:ELECTRIC:CONTROL MODULE
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233006
Apr 29, 2022
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233006
Apr 29, 2022
036100 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233006
Apr 29, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233006
Apr 29, 2022
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233005
Apr 29, 2022
251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2233006
Apr 29, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Some Model Y vehicles were built without a hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire, and in rare circumstances, braking and stability control related alerts may appear on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during the vehicle power-on p
SB2118002R5
Mar 16, 2022
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB2116003
Dec 7, 2021
100001 HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles were manufactured with high voltage (HV) batteries having cell separators that do not meet Tesla?s internal standards of quality, potentially resulting in a reduction of range.
SB2116003
Dec 7, 2021
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles were manufactured with high voltage (HV) batteries having cell separators that do not meet Tesla?s internal standards of quality, potentially resulting in a reduction of range.
SB-21-18-002 R3
Jul 10, 2021
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB-21-12-003
Apr 23, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some Model Y vehicles equipped with auto-dimming door mirror glass have difficulty adjusting the LH door mirror to extreme vertical angles.
SB-21-12-003
Apr 23, 2021
130000 VISIBILITY
Some Model Y vehicles equipped with auto-dimming door mirror glass have difficulty adjusting the LH door mirror to extreme vertical angles.
SB-21-12-003
Apr 23, 2021
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Some Model Y vehicles equipped with auto-dimming door mirror glass have difficulty adjusting the LH door mirror to extreme vertical angles.
SB-21-12-003
Apr 23, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some Model Y vehicles equipped with auto-dimming door mirror glass have difficulty adjusting the LH door mirror to extreme vertical angles.
SB-21-17-003
Apr 19, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
On some Model Y vehicles, the color of the red band that surrounds the LH and RH taillights do not match because the vehicle has Revision D for the LH taillight (Figure 1) which has a darker tint, and the right side has Revision C (Figure 2
SB-21-17-003
Apr 19, 2021
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
On some Model Y vehicles, the color of the red band that surrounds the LH and RH taillights do not match because the vehicle has Revision D for the LH taillight (Figure 1) which has a darker tint, and the right side has Revision C (Figure 2
SB-21-18-001 R1
Mar 5, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB-21-18-002 R1
Mar 5, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB-21-18-002
Mar 1, 2021
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
SB-21-18-001
Feb 5, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may be equipped with refrigerant pressure/temperature (P/T) sensors in the heat pump that can fault over time.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, TESLA MODEL Y
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE25010
Opened: Sep 15, 2025
Electronic door handles become inoperative
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received nine Vehicle Owners Questionnaires (VOQs) reporting an inability to open doors on Model Year (MY) 2021 Tesla Model Y vehicles. The most commonly reported scenarios involved parents exiting the vehicle after a drive cycle in order to remove a chi... Read more
PE23003
Opened: Mar 4, 2023 , Closed: Apr 24, 2026
Steering Wheel Detachment
On March 4, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23003 to investigate two reports of steering loss on model year (MY) 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles due to the detachment of the steering wheel from the steering column while the vehicle was in motion. ODI confirmed from Tesla that in... Read more
TESLA MODEL Y - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the TESLA MODEL Y across all model years (2019, 2026).
97
Total Recalls
7,077
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
448
Reported Crashes
73
Reported Fires
10
Reported Deaths