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Tesla Model Y Recalls & Complaints by Model Year

NHTSA lists 43 safety recalls and 4,222 owner complaints across 8 model years of the Tesla Model Y (2019–2026). The most-complained-about year is 2023.

43
safety recalls, all years
4,222
owner complaints, all years
2020
year with most recalls
2023
year with most complaints

Pick your Tesla Model Y model year

Model yearRecallsComplaints
2026 Tesla Model Y8393
2025 Tesla Model Y3102
2024 Tesla Model Y5326
2023 Tesla Model Y171,171
2022 Tesla Model Y20865
2021 Tesla Model Y231,085
2020 Tesla Model Y24280
2019 Tesla Model Y30

What Tesla Model Y owners complain about

Across all model years, owners have filed 4,222 complaints with NHTSA. The 2023 model year has the most, with 1,171.

All Tesla Model Y recalls (43)

Every NHTSA safety campaign that lists a Tesla Model Y, most recent first, with the model years each one covers.

  1. Suspension: front and critical fasteners (suspension)

    NHTSA 26V558000 Reported 19 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened, allowing the lateral link to loosen or separate from the sub-frame.

    Remedy: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners and check wheel the alignment, free of charge. In addition, Tesla Service will replace any related parts that may have been damaged as necessary. Owner notification…

    Model years: 2026

  2. Headlights (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 26V507000 Reported 20,349 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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, Reflective Devices, and Associated…

    Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

  3. Bumpers (structure) and knee bolster (air bags)

    NHTSA 26V445000 Reported 15 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these vehicles fail to…

    Remedy: Tesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 5, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service…

    Model years: 2026

  4. Labels (equipment)

    NHTSA 26V315000 Reported 14,575 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Model Y vehicles. The certification label may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."

    Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and install a certification label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's…

    Model years: 2025, 2026

  5. Software (back over prevention)

    NHTSA 26V283000 Reported 218,868 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

  6. Fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts (electrical system)

    NHTSA 25V690000 Reported 12,963 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.

    Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this…

    Model years: 2026

  7. Electrical system: wiring and back up lights (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 25V658000 Reported 260 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The reverse lights may fail to illuminate while the vehicle is in reverse, due to a defect in the wiring. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated…

    Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the reverse lights and reverse facia harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's…

    Model years: 2026

  8. Horn (electrical system)

    NHTSA 25V490000 Reported 6 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.

    Remedy: Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall…

    Model years: 2026

  9. Critical fasteners (seats)

    NHTSA 25V410000 Reported 48 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.

    Remedy: Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at…

    Model years: 2026

  10. Linkages (visibility)

    NHTSA 25V359000 Reported 172 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

    Remedy: Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.…

    Model years: 2026

  11. Electric power assist system (steering)

    NHTSA 25V092000 Reported 376,241 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 then accelerates again.

    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…

    Model years: 2023

  12. Software (back over prevention) and electrical system

    NHTSA 25V002000 Reported 239,382 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    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…

    Model years: 2023, 2024, 2025

  13. Pressure monitoring and regulating systems (tires)

    NHTSA 24V935000 Reported 696,281 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 comply with the requirements of Federal…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

  14. Recliner (seats)

    NHTSA 24V886000 Reported 27 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.

    Remedy: 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…

    Model years: 2024

  15. Software (electrical system) and latch (latches/locks/linkages)

    NHTSA 24V554000 Reported 1,849,638 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

  16. Warning light/devices (seat belts)

    NHTSA 24V376000 Reported 125,233 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety…

    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.

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

  17. External/pedestrian alert (forward collision avoidance) and software (electrical system)

    NHTSA 24V153000 Reported 6,557 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  18. Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)

    NHTSA 24V051000 Reported 2,193,869 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 vehicles fail to comply with the requirements…

    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.

    Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

  19. Camera (back over prevention)

    NHTSA 24V035000 Reported 199,575 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2023

  20. Software (electrical system)

    NHTSA 23V838000 Reported 2,031,220 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 of the feature's controls may not be…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

  21. Camera (forward collision avoidance)

    NHTSA 23V489000 Reported 1,337 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2023

  22. Traction battery (electrical system)

    NHTSA 23V434000 Reported 26 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.

    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…

    Model years: 2023

  23. Critical fasteners (steering) and steering wheel/handle bar (steering)

    NHTSA 23V385000 Reported 137 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The steering wheel fastener may be loose.

    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.

    Model years: 2022, 2023

  24. Anchorage (seat belts) and critical fasteners (seats)

    NHTSA 23V130000 Reported 3,470 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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.…

    Model years: 2022, 2023

  25. Automated/adaptive steering (steering)

    NHTSA 23V085000 Reported 362,758 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 straight through an intersection while in…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

  26. Critical fasteners (suspension) and 2 other components

    NHTSA 22V895000 Reported 26 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2023

  27. Tail lights (exterior lighting)

    NHTSA 22V844000 Reported 321,628 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023

  28. Power window devices and controls (visibility)

    NHTSA 22V702000 Reported 1,096,762 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 118,…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  29. Automatic emergency braking (forward collision avoidance) and 2 other components

    NHTSA 22V317000 Reported 7 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2021

  30. Video (touch)screen/monitor/unit (equipment) and display function (back over prevention)

    NHTSA 22V296000 Reported 129,960 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.

    Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will improve CPU temperature management, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at…

    Model years: 2022

  31. Software (electrical system) and external/pedestrian alert (forward collision avoidance)

    NHTSA 22V235000 Reported 594,894 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 vehicles fail to comply with the…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  32. External/pedestrian alert (forward collision avoidance) and software (electrical system)

    NHTSA 22V063000 Reported 578,607 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 vehicles fail to comply with the…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  33. Software (electrical system) and air handler/chamber, ducts, and valves (visibility)

    NHTSA 22V050000 Reported 26,681 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 vehicles fail to comply with the…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  34. Seat belts: front and software (electrical system)

    NHTSA 22V045000 Reported 817,143 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number…

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  35. Automated/adaptive steering (steering)

    NHTSA 22V037000 Reported 53,822 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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 coming to a stop.

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  36. Suspension

    NHTSA 21V912000 Reported 826 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022

  37. Camera (forward collision avoidance) and 3 other components

    NHTSA 21V846000 Reported 11,728 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021

  38. Critical fasteners (suspension) and suspension: front

    NHTSA 21V835000 Reported 2,791 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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.…

    Model years: 2020, 2021

  39. Critical fasteners (seat belts) and retractor (seat belts)

    NHTSA 21V388000 Reported 2,166 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021

  40. Critical fasteners (seat belts) and seat belts

    NHTSA 21V389000 Reported 5,530 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2019, 2020, 2021

  41. Critical fasteners (service brakes) and caliper (service brakes)

    NHTSA 21V387000 Reported 5,974 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    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.

    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…

    Model years: 2020, 2021

  42. Suspension: control arm

    NHTSA 20V709000 Reported 401 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles. The bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper control arm to detach from the steering knuckle.

    Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number…

    Model years: 2020

  43. Brake lights (exterior lighting) and exterior lighting

    NHTSA 20V609000 Reported 2,567 vehicles potentially affected Tesla, Inc.

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices,…

    Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (OTA) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is…

    Model years: 2020

Other Tesla models

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.