NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 339 owner complaints for the 2024 Tesla Model Y. It has 3 open investigations that name this model year, not counting audit queries.
Recalled components: backover prevention and rearview camera, tires, seats, latches, locks and linkages, and 1 more. Most-described problem: backup camera problems (39 complaints, 12%). Most-reported area: forward collision avoidance (127 complaints, 37%).
Too new to rank against other Model Y years
The 2024 Model Y has not had three full years of owner complaints yet.
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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 Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix and full notice
Fix: 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 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Components: Backover prevention and rearview camera: software; Electrical system. Tesla campaign SB-25-00-001.
Tires
Dec 17, 2024
pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Fails federal standard 138 (tire pressure monitoring)
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 comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk: Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
The fix and full notice
Fix: 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.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Tesla campaign SB-24-00-018.
The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
Risk: The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix and full notice
Fix: Tesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-004.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Tesla campaign SB-24-13-004.
The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Risk: An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix and full notice
Fix: 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.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Components: Electrical system: software; Latches, locks and linkages: hood, latch. Tesla campaign SB-24-00-012.
An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: 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.
The fix and full notice
Fix: 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.
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.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Tesla campaign SB-24-00-003.
Questions about any of these recalls: call NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA investigations
NHTSA has opened 6 investigations that name the 2024 Tesla Model Y, not counting audit queries; 3 are still open. An investigation means NHTSA is reviewing reports of a problem. It is not a finding that the vehicle has a defect.
FSD collisions in reduced roadway visibility conditions
Engineering analysis EA26002Open since Mar 18, 2026
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Component: Electrical system (ADAS).
Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged
Preliminary evaluation PE25012Open since Oct 7, 2025
The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety… NHTSA's full summary
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Component: Electrical system (ADAS).
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Component: Electrical system (ADAS, driver monitoring, software).
Unexpected brake activation
Preliminary evaluation PE22002Closed Jun 29, 2026 (opened Feb 16, 2022)
On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged… NHTSA's full summary
Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts
Preliminary evaluation PE24033Closed Apr 3, 2026 (opened Jan 6, 2025)
On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions.
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Component: Electrical system (ADAS, autonomous/self driving).
FSD collisions in reduced roadway visibility conditions
Preliminary evaluation PE24031Closed Mar 18, 2026 (opened Oct 17, 2024)
On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability… NHTSA's full summary
NHTSA listing: MODEL Y. Component: Electrical system (ADAS).
A preliminary evaluation is NHTSA's first step, to gather information and decide whether to look further. An engineering analysis is a deeper review, usually opened after a preliminary evaluation. A recall query is a review of whether a recall covered the right vehicles or whether its fix works. NHTSA lists investigations by make, model and model year only, so one can apply to only some versions of a model, such as one engine; its summary says which.
What owners report
Owners have filed 339 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Model Y. Below, they are sorted by the problems owners describe and by the areas NHTSA files them under. NHTSA does not verify complaints.
Problems owners describe
Backup camera problems39 · 12%
Infotainment or touchscreen failures28 · 8%
Unintended acceleration or surging22 · 6%
Wiring, fuse or short-circuit problems16 · 5%
Phantom braking or false collision alerts12 · 4%
Dead battery or battery drain8 · 2%
Driver-assist errors or blocked-sensor messages6 · 2%
Most named: adaptive cruise control (76); automatic emergency braking (64)
Electrical system63 · 19%
Most named: adas, autonomous/self driving (7)
Backover prevention and rearview camera61 · 18%
Most named: sensing system, camera (47); warnings (12)
Lane departure systems50 · 15%
Most named: blind spot detection (28); assist (18)
Speed control37 · 11%
Brakes27 · 8%
Steering25 · 7%
Unknown or other58 · 17%
A complaint can name more than one area, so shares add up to more than 100%.
Tesla Model Y recalls and complaints by model year
The highlighted bars are the 2024 model year. Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are lower. Counting complaints filed in each model year's first three years, the 2023 Model Y drew the most (976).
Owner complaints
2024: 339 complaintsTap or drag across the chart for other years.
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Owner complaints by model year, Tesla Model Y
Model year
Complaints
2019
0
2020
286
2021
1,100
2022
880
2023
1,198
2024
339
2025
115
2026
452
Safety recalls
2024: 5 recallsTap or drag across the chart for other years.
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Safety recalls by model year, Tesla Model Y
Model year
Recalls
2019
3
2020
24
2021
23
2022
20
2023
17
2024
5
2025
3
2026
8
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for each version it tested. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimate of the chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
In the 339 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Tesla Model Y, the problems described most are backup camera problems (39), infotainment or touchscreen failures (28), and unintended acceleration or surging (22). NHTSA does not verify complaints, and one complaint can describe several problems.
Is the 2024 Tesla Model Y safe?
In NHTSA crash tests every tested version of the 2024 Tesla Model Y earns 5 stars overall. The table above lists each tested version.
Is NHTSA investigating the 2024 Tesla Model Y?
Yes. NHTSA has 3 open investigations that name the 2024 Tesla Model Y, not counting audit queries: FSD collisions in reduced roadway visibility conditions (EA26002, opened Mar 18, 2026), traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged (PE25012, opened Oct 7, 2025), and recall 23V838 remedy effectiveness (RQ24009, opened Apr 25, 2024). It has closed 3 others. An investigation is not a finding that the vehicle has a defect.
How do I check if my Model Y has an open recall?
Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard, door jamb or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The lookup lists unrepaired recalls for that exact vehicle. Tesla fixes safety recalls for free, often with an over-the-air software update.
Sources and method
NHTSA recalls file (NHTSA datasets), dated Nov 12, 2026; every campaign checked against NHTSA's recalls API.
NHTSA owner complaints file, dated Nov 11, 2026. Counted by complaint number, so a complaint naming three components counts once in the total.
NHTSA investigations file, dated Nov 12, 2026. Defect petitions, which ask NHTSA to open an investigation, are listed apart and only while open. Audit queries, which check whether a company met its recall and reporting duties rather than whether a vehicle has a problem, are not listed.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP).
NHTSA model names covered: MODEL Y.
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