Tesla Model Y recalls by model year
NHTSA's file holds 43 campaigns on Model Y model years 2019 to 2026; the 2020 car is in 24, most fixed by software. Pick your year to see them.
The Model Y entered NHTSA's records with the 2020 model year, and its first years carry long recall lists: 24 campaigns cover the 2020, 23 the 2021 and 20 the 2022, against 5 for the 2024 and 3 for the 2025. Two reasons explain it. Most Tesla campaigns are software campaigns that name every vehicle running the affected code, so an early Model Y collects every fleet-wide software recall of the following years. And a few hardware campaigns concern early builds, such as roof trim and suspension fasteners. In all, NHTSA's file lists 43 campaigns on Model Y model years 2019 to 2026. The electrical system leads with 14 campaigns, then forward collision avoidance (6), the category of Autopilot and emergency braking software. NCAP rates the Model Y five stars overall in every year we hold; the EPA rates 2025 versions up to 125 MPGe.
From the NHTSA recall file
20 campaigns for the 2022 Tesla Model Y
26V507000August 4, 2026
exterior lighting
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…
26V283000May 4, 2026
back over prevention
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…
24V935000December 17, 2024
tires
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…
24V554000July 24, 2024
electrical system, latches/locks/linkages
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.
24V376000May 28, 2024
seat belts
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…
24V153000February 27, 2024
electrical system, forward collision avoidance
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…
- and 14 more campaigns on NHTSA.
Software campaigns that cover every Model Y
Fleet-wide campaigns name the Model Y with the Model S, X and 3: the 2023 Autosteer controls, the 2024 warning light font size, a seat belt chime that could fail to sound for an unbelted driver, a pedestrian warning sound muted by a factory reset. Each was remedied over the air. A Model Y that never connects to receive updates keeps them open, which is why the VIN status on nhtsa.gov matters even for a Tesla.
Hardware campaigns
Campaigns needing a service visit concern specific builds: front suspension lateral link fasteners on a few 2026 cars, a hood latch sensor, horn wiring, rear lamps and battery pack contactors. The latest campaign in the file, 26V558000, received on August 31, 2026, covered 19 vehicles. A small number means Tesla traced the defect to a short production run.
Range and efficiency by year
The table below the campaigns gives the EPA efficiency for each year, from 121 MPGe for 2020 to 138 for 2026. To turn MPGe into a yearly electricity bill at your rate, use the mpg and fuel cost lookup. The Tesla page explains how over-the-air recalls work.
Tesla Model Y by model year
| Model year | Recall campaigns | Best NCAP overall | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 5 of 5 (4 rated) | 138 MPGe |
| 2025 | 3 | 5 of 5 (2 rated) | 125 MPGe |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 of 5 (2 rated) | 120 MPGe |
| 2023 | 17 | 5 of 5 (4 rated) | 123 MPGe |
| 2022 | 20 | 5 of 5 (2 rated) | 129 MPGe |
| 2021 | 23 | 5 of 5 (8 rated) | 129 MPGe |
| 2020 | 24 | 5 of 5 (1 rated) | 121 MPGe |
| 2019 | 3 | not rated | n/a |
| 2018 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
| 2017 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
| 2016 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
| 2015 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
| 2014 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
| 2013 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
| 2012 | 0 | not rated | n/a |
Systems recalled most often
| Component group | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 |
| Suspension | 5 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |