The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 193 of 337 complaints (57%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 1,197 in 2023 to 337 in 2024.
At a glance
- NHTSA complaints
- 337
- Recall campaigns
- 5
- EPA fuel cost per year
- $650–$700
- Combined MPG
- 105–120
Complaints by model year
Where owners report problems
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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2024 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 600–700 | 600–700 | 650–700 | 600–750 | 550–700 | |
| Combined MPGe | 111–129 | 111–123 | 105–120 | 104–125 | 105–138 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 115–140 / 106–119 | 115–129 / 106–117 | 111–128 / 98–112 | 110–134 / 97–117 | 111–148 / 100–129 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 879 | 1,197 | 337 | 110 | 445 | |
| Recalls issued | 20 | 17 | 5 | 3 | 8 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 92 | 158 | 75 | 34 | 97 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 8 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 152 | 87 | 61 | 16 | 35 | |
| Deaths reported | 103 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2024 Tesla Model Y have?
5 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Nov 7, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2024 Tesla Model Y?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 193 of 337 NHTSA complaints (57%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Tesla Model Y get?
EPA rates it 105–120 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Tesla Model Y?
EPA estimates $650–$700 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (5)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 122 MPGe | 112 MPGe (high) | 117 MPGe | $650 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 111 MPGe (low) | 98 MPGe (low) | 105 MPGe (low) | $700 (high) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 123 MPGe | 112 MPGe (high) | 118 MPGe | $650 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 4 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 128 MPGe (high) | 112 MPGe (high) | 120 MPGe (high) | $650 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 5 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 128 MPGe (high) | 112 MPGe (high) | 120 MPGe (high) | $650 (low) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Electrical | 63 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 0 |
| Brakes | 27 | 12 | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| Steering | 24 | 10 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 21 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 13 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 193 | 45 | 2 | 33 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 24 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 23 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Other | 58 | 16 | 0 | 8 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (5)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
- 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.
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER
- Defect
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
- Consequence
- The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- 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 SB-24-13-004.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Defect
- 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.
- Consequence
- An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
- 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.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Defect
- 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."
- Consequence
- 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.
- 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.