Model year record

2023 Tesla Model Y

17 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 2,601 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V507000

Exterior lighting: headlights

Component: Exterior lighting: headlights
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 20,349
Reported to NHTSA: 2026-08-04

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, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety risk

Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

The remedy is currently under development. 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 recall is SB-24-17-003.

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V283000

Back over prevention: software

Component: Back over prevention: software
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 218,868
Reported to NHTSA: 2026-05-04
Owners notified: 2026-07-03

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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V092000

Steering: electric power assist system

Component: Steering: electric power assist system
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 376,241
Reported to NHTSA: 2025-02-14
Owners notified: 2025-03-25

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 then accelerates again.

Safety risk

A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V002000

Back over prevention: software

Component: Back over prevention: software
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 239,382
Reported to NHTSA: 2025-01-06
Owners notified: 2025-03-07

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

Safety risk

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V935000

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

Component: Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 696,281
Reported to NHTSA: 2024-12-17
Owners notified: 2025-02-15

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 comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Safety risk

Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V554000

Electrical system: software

Component: Electrical system: software
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 1,849,638
Reported to NHTSA: 2024-07-24
Owners notified: 2024-09-22

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.

Safety risk

An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V376000

Seat belts: front: warning light/devices

Component: Seat belts: front: warning light/devices
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 125,233
Reported to NHTSA: 2024-05-28
Owners notified: 2024-07-26

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 requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V051000

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

Component: Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 2,193,869
Reported to NHTSA: 2024-01-30
Owners notified: 2024-02-21

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 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."

Safety 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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V035000

Back over prevention: sensing system: camera

Component: Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 199,575
Reported to NHTSA: 2024-01-22
Owners notified: 2024-03-22

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.

Safety risk

A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V838000

Electrical system: adas: driver monitoring: software

Component: Electrical system: adas: driver monitoring: software
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 2,031,220
Reported to NHTSA: 2023-12-12
Owners notified: 2024-02-10

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 of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V489000

Forward collision avoidance: sensing system: camera

Component: Forward collision avoidance: sensing system: camera
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 1,337
Reported to NHTSA: 2023-07-14
Owners notified: 2023-09-12

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.

Safety risk

Safety features that are unavailable without any warning to the driver may increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V434000

Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery

Component: Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 26
Reported to NHTSA: 2023-06-19
Owners notified: 2023-08-18

Defect description

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

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V385000

Steering: critical fasteners

Component: Steering: critical fasteners
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 137
Reported to NHTSA: 2023-05-30
Owners notified: 2023-07-28

Defect description

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

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V130000

Seat belts: rear/other: anchorage

Component: Seat belts: rear/other: anchorage
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 3,470
Reported to NHTSA: 2023-02-27
Owners notified: 2023-04-25

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.

Safety risk

A loose seat frame bolt may reduce the seat belt system's performance, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V085000

Steering: automated/adaptive steering

Component: Steering: automated/adaptive steering
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 362,758
Reported to NHTSA: 2023-02-15
Owners notified: 2023-04-15

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 straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V895000

Suspension: critical fasteners

Component: Suspension: critical fasteners
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 26
Reported to NHTSA: 2022-12-05
Owners notified: 2023-02-07

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.

Safety risk

A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V844000

Exterior lighting: tail lights

Component: Exterior lighting: tail lights
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Vehicles affected: 321,628
Reported to NHTSA: 2022-11-15
Owners notified: 2023-01-14

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.

Safety risk

A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

Component	Complaints	Median mileage
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control	351	3,000 mi
Steering	283	20,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking	262	2,000 mi
Suspension	217	36,000 mi
Unknown or other	202	—
Vehicle speed control	187	9,000 mi
Service brakes	174	8,613 mi
Electrical system	139	6,564 mi
Forward collision avoidance: warnings	101	—
Wheels	86	—
Visibility/wiper	71	—
Lane departure: assist	67	—
Seat belts	50	38,581 mi
Air bags	48	30,491 mi
Power train	39	3,746 mi
Back over prevention: warnings	37	—
Structure: body	34	—
Lane departure: blind spot detection	33	—
Exterior lighting	26	—
Engine	25	41 mi
Lane departure: warning	22	—
Back over prevention: rearview system braking	21	—
Electrical system: adas: autonomous/self driving	19	14,000 mi
Seats	16	14,500 mi
Fuel/propulsion system	11	—
Tires	11	4,000 mi
Chest clip, buckle, harness	9	—
Carry handle, shell, base	6	—
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera	4	64,000 mi
Electrical system: adas: autonomous/self driving: software	4	1,000 mi
Other/i am not sure	4	—
Electrical system: adas	3	—
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate	3	17,273 mi
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal	3	5,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control: software	2	45,000 mi
Insert, padding	2	—
Service brakes, electric: software/programming	2	—
Structure: body: hatchback/liftgate: support device/strut	2	—
Suspension: front: control arm	2	72,350 mi
Tether, lower anchor (on car seat or vehicle)	2	—
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system	2	—
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger	1	15 mi
Back over prevention	1	5,702 mi
Back over prevention: sensing system: other	1	4,000 mi
Back over prevention: display function	1	7,500 mi
Electrical system: adas: parking assist: software	1	5,000 mi
Exterior lighting: headlights	1	16,730 mi
Lane departure: lane keep: steering assist	1	450 mi
Latches/locks/linkages	1	—
Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch	1	1,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: hood: latch	1	13,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: latch	1	13,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid: lock	1	—
Service brakes, hydraulic	1	8,000 mi
Steering: electric power assist system	1	2,000 mi
Structure: body: door	1	1,000 mi
Structure: body: trunk lid	1	—
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems	1	—
Visibility: glass, side/rear	1	—
Wheels: hubcap/cover	1	—

The 2022 model has about 1.5 times as many complaints as this one. The 2024 model has 3 times as many complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

PE26006Lower Lateral Link detachment

Suspension: front: control arm: lower arm

EA26002FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

Electrical system: adas

PE25012Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged

Electrical system: adas

AQ25002Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements

Electrical system: adas

RQ24009Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness

Electrical system: adas: driver monitoring: software

DP23002Sudden Unintended Acceleration

Vehicle speed control

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.