Every 2023 Tesla Model Y recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 26V507000
May 8, 2026Exterior Lighting:Headlights
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. 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.
Full recall details for 26V507000 →Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 26V283000
May 5, 2026Back Over Prevention:Software
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 26V283000 →Steering · NHTSA 25V092000
Feb 14, 2025Steering:Electric Power Assist SystemOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V092000 →Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 25V002000
Jan 7, 2025Back Over Prevention:Software
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V002000 →Tires · NHTSA 24V935000
Dec 17, 2024Tires:Pressure Monitoring and Regulating SystemsOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V935000 →Latches/Locks/Linkages · NHTSA 24V554000
Jul 24, 2024Latches/Locks/Linkages:Hood:LatchOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V554000 →Seat Belts · NHTSA 24V376000
May 28, 2024Seat Belts:Front:Warning Light/DevicesOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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."
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V376000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 24V051000
Jan 30, 2024Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/PanelOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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."
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 24V051000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 23V838000
Dec 12, 2023Electrical System:Adas:Autonomous/Self Driving:SoftwareOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V838000 →Electrical System · NHTSA 23V434000
Jun 19, 2023Electrical System:Propulsion System:Traction Battery
- Problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V434000 →Steering · NHTSA 23V085000
Feb 15, 2023Steering:Automated/Adaptive SteeringOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- 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.
- 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.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 23V085000 →Exterior Lighting · NHTSA 22V844000
Nov 15, 2022Exterior Lighting:Tail LightsOver-the-air fix
- Problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
- Risk
- A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 22V844000 →
2023 Tesla Model Y complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 1,171 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Tesla Model Y, reporting 152 crashes, 4 fires, 87 injuries, 1 deaths. Tesla has issued at least 91 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Forward Collision Avoidance631
- Steering213
- Vehicle Speed Control167
- Service Brakes151
- Unknown Or Other149
- Suspension129
Service bulletins by component
- Unknown Or Other (41)
- Equipment (17)
- Electrical System (14)
- Structure (14)
- Air Bags (2)
- Seats (2)
Read Tesla Model Y owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2023 Tesla Model Y
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in 12 investigations. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
- Lower Lateral Link detachment
PE26006Opened Jul 29, 2026Open
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions
EA26002Opened Mar 18, 2026Open
- Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged
PE25012Opened Oct 7, 2025Open
- Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements
AQ25002Opened Aug 20, 2025Open
- Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness
RQ24009Opened Apr 25, 2024Open
- Sudden Unintended Acceleration
DP23002Opened Jun 29, 2023Open
- Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.
PE24033Opened Jan 6, 2025Closed Apr 3, 2026
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions
PE24031Opened Oct 17, 2024Closed Mar 18, 2026
- Loss of steering control
EA24001Opened Feb 1, 2024Closed Jun 25, 2026
- Loss of steering control
PE23014Opened Jul 28, 2023Closed Feb 5, 2024
- Defect Petition Interlock Request
DP23001Opened Apr 7, 2023Closed Mar 18, 2026
- Steering Wheel Detachment
PE23003Opened Mar 4, 2023Closed Apr 24, 2026
What people reported
Owners have filed 1,171 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Tesla Model Y. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Injury reportedFireCrash
“The Autopilot/Active Safety sensor system and automated emergency braking (AEB) component failed. The vehicle experienced an uncommanded, severe "phantom braking" event and simultaneous steering lock.”
2023 TESLA MODEL YSep 19, 2026 · CT
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11765505
Injury reported
“Today, the Tesla updated while my wife was in the car. During the update all electrical systems went down and the car was locked from the inside and out making it so she could not get out. Because the electrical systems were down while the update was going she did not have any AC either.”
2023 TESLA MODEL YSep 9, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11763206
Injury reportedCrash
“Tesla on autopilot crossed over the double yellow line and hit our red jeep head on. Both vehicles were totaled and all passengers were injured.”
2023 TESLA MODEL YAug 31, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11760950
Crash
“COMPONENT/SYSTEM THAT FAILED: The service brakes failed to stop the vehicle. While reverse-parking at low (parking) speed, I applied the brake pedal and the vehicle did not stop as expected, resulting in contact with an object and vehicle damage.”
2023 TESLA MODEL YAug 16, 2026 · CA
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11757226
Crash
“The FSD failed when it back into garage; the back of passenger side of the car hit the wall of garage. There is no warning before. Beacuse the distance for parking into the garage is small, there is no time to take over the FSD to avoid it happen. It happen around 23:35 on August 07, 2026.”
2023 TESLA MODEL YAug 8, 2026 · MI
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11755589
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