Worst 2024 Tesla Model Y Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2024 Tesla Model Y.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 60 | 5 | 1 | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 54 | 11 | 1 | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera | 47 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 47 | 7 | 2 | 31,202 mi | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 32 | 7 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 27 | 9 | 1 | 10,370 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection | 25 | 1 | — | — | |
| Brakes | 23 | 10 | 1 | 26,000 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 17 | 8 | 1 | 1,775 mi | |
| Lane Departure: Assist | 11 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Body Structure | 10 | 3 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Warnings | 9 | 2 | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure: Warning | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 8 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 8 | 2 | — | — | |
| Airbags | 7 | 6 | — | 4,304 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 7 | 2 | — | 16 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving | 6 | 3 | — | 12,379 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:Latch | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Adas | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving:Software | 1 | 1 | — | — |
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Recalls for 2024 Tesla Model Y
5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~4,979,197 vehicles.
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."
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."
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
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.
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."
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2024 Tesla Model Y — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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