2023 TESLA MODEL Y
17 recalls, 2,012 complaints - 64 TSBs
26V507000 Aug 4, 2026
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, ... Read more
Consequence
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
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.
25V092000 Feb 14, 2025
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and th... Read more
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, 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 March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-004.
25V002000 Jan 6, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March ... Read more
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.
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.
24V035000 Jan 22, 2024
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, X, and Y vehicles equipped with full self-driving computer 4.0 and running a software release version 2023.44.30 through 2023.44.30.6 or 2023.44.100. Software instability may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-002.
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.
23V489000 Jul 14, 2023
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The forward-facing camera may be misaligned, causing some of the active safety features such as emergency braking, forward collision warning, and lane assist to become unavailable without alerting the driver.
Consequence
Safety features that are unavailable without any warning to the driver may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and adjust the pitch angle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-17-006.
23V434000 Jun 19, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.
Consequence
A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will replace the pyrotechnic battery disconnect, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-16-005.
23V385000 May 30, 2023
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The steering wheel fastener may be loose.
Consequence
A loose fastener may allow the steering wheel to disconnect from the steering column, which can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed July 28, 2023. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-32-001.
23V130000 Feb 27, 2023
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may not have been securely tightened.
Consequence
A loose seat frame bolt may reduce the seat belt system's performance, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten the bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-13-001.
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.
22V895000 Dec 5, 2022
SUSPENSION:SUBFRAME/MOUNTING BRACKET
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model Y vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly attached to the sub-frame.
Consequence
A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 7, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-31-002.
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.
Complaint Statistics
2,012 total complaints
104 crashes 27 fires 109 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 300 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 247 |
| POWER TRAIN | 196 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 172 |
| STEERING | 139 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 117 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 90 |
| AIR BAGS | 65 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 60 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 57 |
STEERING
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 7, 2026
I own a 2023 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [XXX]) equipped with Full Self-Driving and Hardware 3 (HW3) computer. Over the last couple of years, while using Autopilot/FSD, my vehicle has repeatedly exhibited phantom braking, including sometimes coming to a complete stop for no reason. My vehicle has also swerv... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 7, 2026
I own a 2023 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [XXX]) equipped with Full Self-Driving and Hardware 3 (HW3) computer. Over the last couple of years, while using Autopilot/FSD, my vehicle has repeatedly exhibited phantom braking, including sometimes coming to a complete stop for no reason. My vehicle has also swerv... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Today, the Tesla updated while my wife was in the car. During the update all electrical systems went down and the car was locked from the inside and out making it so she could not get out. Because the electrical systems were down while the update was going she did not have any AC either. So she was ... Read more
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 7, 2026
I own a 2023 Tesla Model Y (VIN: [XXX]) equipped with Full Self-Driving and Hardware 3 (HW3) computer. Over the last couple of years, while using Autopilot/FSD, my vehicle has repeatedly exhibited phantom braking, including sometimes coming to a complete stop for no reason. My vehicle has also swerv... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Today, the Tesla updated while my wife was in the car. During the update all electrical systems went down and the car was locked from the inside and out making it so she could not get out. Because the electrical systems were down while the update was going she did not have any AC either. So she was ... Read more
1 injured
STEERING
Sep 8, 2026
Incident date: Aug 29, 2026
While driving, I heard a loud noise every time I turned the wheel. When I called the service center, it took weeks to get an appointment, so the vehicle had to be towed in. Once inspected, Tesla found the front lower lateral link had detached because a bolt securing it was not fully tightened at the... Read more
WHEELS
Sep 8, 2026
Incident date: Aug 29, 2026
While driving, I heard a loud noise every time I turned the wheel. When I called the service center, it took weeks to get an appointment, so the vehicle had to be towed in. Once inspected, Tesla found the front lower lateral link had detached because a bolt securing it was not fully tightened at the... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 7, 2026
Incident date: Sep 6, 2026
The car is providing an error message while driving with FSD that the glass in-front of the forward-looking cameras used for full self driving have become obstructed by a film building up between the interior glass and the camera housing. I have opened a repair ticket with Tesla and they replied tha... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
My 2023 Tesla Model Y suffered a critical factory safety defect: under-torqued front suspension lateral link bolts, causing dangerous clunking noises under Autopilot. The official Tesla Invoice verified the defect and noted it was re-torqued to spec. Crucially, a close friend owning an identical 202... Read more
STEERING
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
My 2023 Tesla Model Y suffered a critical factory safety defect: under-torqued front suspension lateral link bolts, causing dangerous clunking noises under Autopilot. The official Tesla Invoice verified the defect and noted it was re-torqued to spec. Crucially, a close friend owning an identical 202... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 25, 2026
Front lateral control arm bolt spontaneously loose and about to fall out causing front tire noise and unstable drive/steering. May have caused severe damage/accident if happened at high speed but fortunately we discovered this while driving at low speeds. Car only has 33K miles. No warning lights... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 2, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
My 2023 Tesla Model Y suffered a critical factory safety defect: under-torqued front suspension lateral link bolts, causing dangerous clunking noises under Autopilot. The official Tesla Invoice verified the defect and noted it was re-torqued to spec. Crucially, a close friend owning an identical 202... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 1, 2026
Incident date: Aug 24, 2026
Driver-side front suspension is creaking and popping when turning the steering wheel, particularly at low speeds. Noise appears to be coming from the left-front suspension. Vehicle needs inspection of the driver-side front upper control arm/ball joint, lateral and compliance links, bushings and asso... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 1, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the babysitter was attempting to park the vehicle, the front driver’s side control arm detached from the vehicle with a loud pop. No warning light was illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but w... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 1, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
My Model Y has an intermittent HVAC issue that occurs only when there are more than 4 occupants in the vehicle. I first reported this while the car was still under warranty, at just over 46,000 miles. We had changed the filter as we thought it was resolved. The issue reappeared, and I scheduled a s... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 31, 2026
Incident date: Aug 24, 2026
The front left safety system issue. Warning light has come on causing the car, unable to deploy airbags in the event of an accident according to what it’s stating.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING
Aug 31, 2026
Incident date: Jun 19, 2026
Tesla on autopilot crossed over the double yellow line and hit our red jeep head on. Both vehicles were totaled and all passengers were injured.
Crash
9 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 31, 2026
Incident date: Aug 24, 2026
The front left safety system issue. Warning light has come on causing the car, unable to deploy airbags in the event of an accident according to what it’s stating.
SEAT BELTS
Aug 31, 2026
Incident date: Aug 24, 2026
The front left safety system issue. Warning light has come on causing the car, unable to deploy airbags in the event of an accident according to what it’s stating.
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Aug 27, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2026
On August 26, 2026, the vehicle’s Full Self-Driving system was involved in three separate incidents. Between approximately 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, while exiting a parking lot onto a main major street with Full Self-Driving engaged, the vehicle struck the curb. At approximately 6:20 PM, while driving ... Read more
STEERING
Aug 27, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2026
The bolts on the control arm came loose on its own while driving causing the steering to become unstable and loud.
SUSPENSION
Aug 27, 2026
Incident date: Aug 21, 2026
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The front driver-side control arm came loose after two bolts fell out. The vehicle had no prior accidents, and the failed area can be inspected if needed. How was your safety or the safety of others p... Read more
STEERING
Aug 27, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2026
On August 26, 2026, the vehicle’s Full Self-Driving system was involved in three separate incidents. Between approximately 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, while exiting a parking lot onto a main major street with Full Self-Driving engaged, the vehicle struck the curb. At approximately 6:20 PM, while driving ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Aug 27, 2026
Incident date: Aug 26, 2026
On August 26, 2026, the vehicle’s Full Self-Driving system was involved in three separate incidents. Between approximately 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM, while exiting a parking lot onto a main major street with Full Self-Driving engaged, the vehicle struck the curb. At approximately 6:20 PM, while driving ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 21, 2026
Incident date: Aug 1, 2026
I am getting a creaking and clunking sound in my front passenger side suspension. It happens when I turn and go over bumps.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 20, 2026
Incident date: Aug 17, 2026
On the morning of 8-17, 2026, the vehicle experienced a total electrical power loss and high-voltage system deadlock immediately following an official Tesla Over-The-Air (OTA) software update pushed the previous night. Prior to this remote software update, the vehicle had zero operational issues or ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 20, 2026
Incident date: Aug 17, 2026
On the morning of 8-17, 2026, the vehicle experienced a total electrical power loss and high-voltage system deadlock immediately following an official Tesla Over-The-Air (OTA) software update pushed the previous night. Prior to this remote software update, the vehicle had zero operational issues or ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 19, 2026
Incident date: Aug 8, 2026
NHTSA SAFETY COMPLAINT WHAT COMPONENT FAILED: High-voltage (HV) battery system. Vehicle experienced complete electrical failure while parked at home, rendering vehicle completely inoperable. Battery is available for inspection at Tesla Service - Las Vegas, East Saharah location (currently in manuf... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Aug 18, 2026
Incident date: Aug 12, 2026
On Wednesday, August 12 around 6:30 am the vehicle applied AEB while I was making a left turn on green. It landed me in the middle of the intersection while a car going straight from the opposite direction was speeding towards me to go before the light turned yellow/red. I escaped a collision only b... Read more
STEERING
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 15, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in Self-Driving Mode and driving approximately 5-8 MPH, the vehicle suddenly turned towards the left into oncoming traffic. The contact immediately manually started steering the vehicle. The contact stated that ther... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 13, 2026
FAILED COMPONENT & AVAILABILITY: 2023 Tesla Model Y front suspension (suspected lower lateral link detachment), steering system, and airbag system (failed to deploy). Preserved intact, but will be at Hendrick Collision ([XXX]; POC: Dendi [XXX]) under Allstate Claim #XXX. Available for immediate NHTS... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 16, 2026
Both the right (April 2024) and now left (Aug 2026) upper control arm bolt became loose. The left created damage. Now I routinely check the bolts and now on a check on the right it loosen naturally freely spinning by hand. Caught the right bolt early before damage and serious safety issue. Note thi... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 13, 2026
FAILED COMPONENT & AVAILABILITY: 2023 Tesla Model Y front suspension (suspected lower lateral link detachment), steering system, and airbag system (failed to deploy). Preserved intact, but will be at Hendrick Collision ([XXX]; POC: Dendi [XXX]) under Allstate Claim #XXX. Available for immediate NHTS... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Aug 17, 2026
Incident date: Aug 13, 2026
FAILED COMPONENT & AVAILABILITY: 2023 Tesla Model Y front suspension (suspected lower lateral link detachment), steering system, and airbag system (failed to deploy). Preserved intact, but will be at Hendrick Collision ([XXX]; POC: Dendi [XXX]) under Allstate Claim #XXX. Available for immediate NHTS... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 16, 2026
Incident date: Jul 26, 2026
COMPONENT/SYSTEM THAT FAILED: The service brakes failed to stop the vehicle. While reverse-parking at low (parking) speed, I applied the brake pedal and the vehicle did not stop as expected, resulting in contact with an object and vehicle damage. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request;... Read more
Crash
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 16, 2026
Incident date: Jul 26, 2026
COMPONENT/SYSTEM THAT FAILED: The service brakes failed to stop the vehicle. While reverse-parking at low (parking) speed, I applied the brake pedal and the vehicle did not stop as expected, resulting in contact with an object and vehicle damage. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request;... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Aug 16, 2026
Incident date: Jul 26, 2026
COMPONENT/SYSTEM THAT FAILED: The service brakes failed to stop the vehicle. While reverse-parking at low (parking) speed, I applied the brake pedal and the vehicle did not stop as expected, resulting in contact with an object and vehicle damage. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request;... Read more
Crash
STEERING
Aug 14, 2026
Incident date: Aug 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver and independently veered into the other lane. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 12, 2026
Incident date: Jul 15, 2026
I was driving my 2019 Chevy Silverado TrailBoss with 81,000 miles at 65MPH on I-80 East in Omaha, NE, when 3 warning lights came on. The first was the Service Parking Brake. The second was Service ESC. The final was a flashing Check Engine light. My truck started backfiring/misfiring, making a lo... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Aug 10, 2026
On August 10, 2026, I was driving my 2018 Ford Fusion at approximately 40 mph under normal driving conditions when, without warning, the hood unexpectedly released and flew completely backward into the windshield. The hood had been closed prior to driving and there was no warning before the failure.... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Aug 10, 2026
The power steering on my car stopped working entirely right after startup and would not return after multiple restarts. The dealership has replaced the steering torque sensor but the problem returned less than a month later. Without power steering, the car is not safe to drive.
EQUIPMENT
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Apr 5, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Alliance Paradigm RV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V324000 (EQUIPMENT); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stat... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Jun 1, 2026
Dear Hyundai Motor America Consumer Affairs, My name is [XXX], and I am submitting this correspondence as a formal safety and customer-service complaint concerning my 2023 Hyundai Kona SEL, the recurring failure of its horn, and the treatment I received at Capitol Hyundai in San Jose, California. I ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Aug 10, 2026
Defect Summary: Front suspension lower lateral link bolt backing out / stripped internal subframe weld-nut threads. Incident Description: While driving, the vehicle developed front-end suspension instability / clunking. Upon inspection by Tesla Service, technicians determined that the lateral link ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Aug 10, 2026
MY PICKUP HAS THE 10R80 TRANSMISSION. IT CURRENTLY SLIPS IN LOWER GEARS AND SOMETIMES NO 10TH GEAR
POWER TRAIN
Aug 10, 2026
Incident date: Aug 3, 2026
Shifted into 1st gear from 10th while driving 70mph
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 10, 2026
Incident date: Aug 3, 2026
My odometer flashes since buying. Bluetooth connection causing screen to glitch and jump between settings. Screen turns blue and back up camera doesn’t work randomly. Overheating issue came out of nowhere. No check engine lights. The jerking is a hazard while driving. The vehicle has been inspecte... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Aug 9, 2026
Incident date: Aug 8, 2026
Randomly, the sound from the infotainment system stops working. This impacts the turn signal sound inside the car, the cross traffic alert sound, blind spot warning sounds, etc. This can be fixed by restarting the infotainment center, but this is not safe to do while driving. Being unable to hear ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 8, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
Under Hyundai Recall 290, the dealership permanently removed the functional trailer light wiring harness and replaced it with a nonfunctional rubber dust cap. A Hyundai case manager informed me that a replacement harness is "in development," but official NHTSA remedy filings show the cap is the fina... Read more
TIRES
Aug 8, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
235/45 r18 at 12,000 miles miles. I’ve noticed that the front passenger side had a slight little lump on the side wall as it reached 28,000 that ball that bigger and bigger. Had to replace the tire due to the safety concerns. Noticed that the other three tires are showing other patterns of deform... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 TESLA MODEL Y
64 manufacturer communications from 37 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 13 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 12 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 10 |
| 162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE | 4 |
| 353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT | 4 |
| 353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE | 4 |
| 220000 SEATS | 2 |
| 143100 AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION | 2 |
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB2317011R1
Feb 2, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model Y vehicles may require replacement of the f ront body
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
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
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
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
SB2317011
Nov 9, 2023
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Replace the front body controller module.
SB2317011
Nov 9, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Replace the front body controller module.
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
SB23-17-009
Oct 13, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
On some Model Y vehicles built at Fremont, the passenger side windshield wiper arm may make a ticking noise when the wiper is in operation. NOTE: The ticking noise does not affect the passenger side windshield wiper performance
SB23-17-009
Oct 13, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
On some Model Y vehicles built at Fremont, the passenger side windshield wiper arm may make a ticking noise when the wiper is in operation. NOTE: The ticking noise does not affect the passenger side windshield wiper performance
SB-23-17-009
Oct 13, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)
On some Model Y vehicles built at Fremont, the passenger side windshield wiper arm may make a ticking noise when the wiper is in operation. NOTE: The ticking noise does not affect the passenger side windshield wiper performance
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
SB2317007R1
Aug 25, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may require replacement of the front body controller module due to a faulty component.
SB2317007R1
Aug 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may require replacement of the front body controller module due to a faulty component.
SB2317007
Aug 18, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may require replacement of the front body controller module due to a faulty component.
SB2317007
Aug 18, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may require replacement of the front body controller module due to a faulty component.
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
SB2320003
Jun 8, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model Y vehicles built in Giga Austin, the front passenger knee impact foam may need to be installed.
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
SB2316004
May 1, 2023
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
On certain Model Y vehicles, the structural pack High Voltage (HV) battery may not have been manufactured to Tesla specifications, potentially resulting in a reduction of range.
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 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 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
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 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-23-17-003
Mar 24, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model Y vehicles equipped with a seven-seat interior may require replacement of the RH body controller module to enable third-row seat USB power.
SB-23-17-003
Mar 24, 2023
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Certain Model Y vehicles equipped with a seven-seat interior may require replacement of the RH body controller module to enable third-row seat USB power.
SB-23-16-001
Mar 21, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may require HV battery replacement because the wire bonds within their HV batteries may not have been manufactured to internal specifications, which may result in a reduction of range.
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.
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).
102
Total Recalls
7,473
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
476
Reported Crashes
84
Reported Fires
12
Reported Deaths