2024 Tesla Model Y problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 320 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Tesla Model Y, filed between 2024-02-09 and 2026-09-24. The most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (121, 38%), back over prevention (61, 19%) and electrical system (59, 18%). Owners reported 72 crashes, 4 fires and 58 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2024 Tesla Model Y complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 121 | 38% | 24 | 2 | 20 |
| Back over prevention | 61 | 19% | 7 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 59 | 18% | 11 | 2 | 10 |
| Unknown or other | 55 | 17% | 14 | 0 | 8 |
| Lane departure | 49 | 15% | 12 | 0 | 7 |
| Vehicle speed control | 35 | 11% | 17 | 1 | 14 |
| Service brakes | 25 | 8% | 11 | 1 | 13 |
| Steering | 24 | 8% | 10 | 1 | 9 |
| Structure | 16 | 5% | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| Exterior lighting | 13 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 9 | 3% | 8 | 0 | 11 |
| Suspension | 9 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 3% | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Wheels | 9 | 3% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 3% | 2 | 0 | 2 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Forward collision avoidance: 121 complaints
- 121 complaints of 320 (38%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 28 of them also name the lane departure; owners reported 24 crashes, 2 fires and 20 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Tesla Model Y covers this system.
Back over prevention: 61 complaints
- 61 complaints of 320 (19%) name the back over prevention — the rear-view camera and rear back-over warning systems.
- 27 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 7 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Tesla Model Y; the recall, campaign 25V002000, says: “The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image.”
Electrical system: 59 complaints
- 59 complaints of 320 (18%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 13 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 11 crashes, 2 fires and 10 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2024 Tesla Model Y; the recall, campaign 24V051000, says: “An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights.”
Lane departure: 49 complaints
- 49 complaints of 320 (15%) name the lane departure — lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist.
- 28 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 12 crashes and 7 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Tesla Model Y covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 35 complaints
- 35 complaints of 320 (11%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 16 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 17 crashes, 1 fire and 14 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Tesla Model Y covers this system.
Service brakes: 25 complaints
- 25 complaints of 320 (8%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 11 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 11 crashes, 1 fire and 13 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2024 Tesla Model Y covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 155 |
| 2025 | 92 |
| 2026 | 73 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names MODEL Y, MODEL Y (All Variants), MODEL Y RWD, model year 2024. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2024 Tesla Model Y recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Tesla Model Y?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2024 Tesla Model Y's most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (121 of 320 complaints), back over prevention (61 of 320 complaints) and electrical system (59 of 320 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2024 Tesla Model Y have?
NHTSA has 320 owner complaints on file for the 2024 Tesla Model Y, including 72 reported crashes and 4 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2024 Tesla Model Y's problems?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2024 Tesla Model Y; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.