2025 Tesla Model Y
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Driver Assistance & Speed Control
Driver Assistance & Speed Control leads by volume: 55 of 98 complaints (56%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Electrical include more fire reports (2) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed fell from 315 in 2024 to 98 in 2025.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | vs. 2025 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 600–700 | 650–700 | 600–750 | 550–700 | |
| Combined MPGe | 111–123 | 105–120 | 104–125 | 105–138 | |
| City / Highway MPGe | 115–129 / 106–117 | 111–128 / 98–112 | 110–134 / 97–117 | 111–148 / 100–129 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Complaints filed | 1,148 | 315 | 98 | 345 | |
| Recalls issued | 17 | 5 | 3 | 8 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 151 | 72 | 30 | 72 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 86 | 57 | 13 | 27 | |
| Deaths reported | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 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 2025 Tesla Model Y have?
3 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2025 Tesla Model Y?
Driver Assistance & Speed Control: 55 of 98 NHTSA complaints (56%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Tesla Model Y get?
EPA rates it 104–125 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Tesla Model Y?
EPA estimates $600–$750 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| 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 | 123 MPGe | 111 MPGe | 117 MPGe | $650 | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | Rear-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 134 MPGe (high) | 117 MPGe (high) | 125 MPGe (high) | $600 (low) | 0 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (A1) | — | — | All-Wheel Drive | Electricity | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 110 MPGe (low) | 97 MPGe (low) | 104 MPGe (low) | $750 (high) | 0 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 17 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Brakes | 15 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 7 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 55 | 20 | 1 | 9 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 24 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 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 (3)
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 26V315000 · May 19, 2026
Defect: 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."
Consequence: Missing weight information provided by the label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 number for this recall is SB-26-19-002.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V002000 · Jan 7, 2025
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 · Campaign 24V935000 · Dec 18, 2024
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.