2026 Tesla Model Y
5 recalls · 206 complaints · Safety Score F
Recall History
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, ...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: The inability to clean the windshield reduces the driver’s visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-13-003.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: An inoperable horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers as needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-009.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The reverse lights may fail to illuminate while the vehicle is in reverse, due to a defect in the wiring. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, ...
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: Reverse lights that fail to illuminate reduce visibility and may not alert pedestrians or other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the reverse lights and reverse facia harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-011.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence & Remedy
Consequence: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-16-005.
Recent Complaints
| Date | Component | Description | Crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026 | Seat Belts | I am reporting a safety issue with my 2026 Tesla Model Y. The rear seatbelt system has experienced three separate mechan... | No | No |
| 04/09/2026 | Exterior Lighting,unknown or Other | I bought this car new and it does not have a FRUNK emergency release or a FRUNK light. | No | No |
| 04/06/2026 | Unknown or Other | The emergency door release handle is cracked and has the potential to fail during an emergency. Tesla refuses to replac... | No | No |
| 04/02/2026 | Unknown or Other | Missing front trunk light/emergency release in violation of FMVSS 401. | No | No |
| 04/01/2026 | Vehicle Speed Control,equipment | See attached document for complaint. | Yes | No |
| 04/01/2026 | Seat Belts | Right rear passenger seat belt malfunctioned after owning the vehicle for one month. When I called the service departmen... | No | No |
| 03/30/2026 | Unknown or Other | Safety Defect: Uncommanded trunk actuation while the user was asleep inside the vehicle. The vehicle’s proximity-sensing... | Yes | No |
| 03/29/2026 | Lane Departure | On multiple lane roads whe I am driving next to traffic in the same direction, if I try to give a large truck in the nex... | No | No |
| 03/25/2026 | Steering,air Bags,forward Collision Avoidance | On [XXX] 1512PM. Drive on [XXX] with auto pilot driving. Seen on construction and hit some object driver side by front ... | Yes | No |
| 03/25/2026 | Electrical System,service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance | On March 23, 2026, my vehicle experienced a sudden and simultaneous failure of multiple critical safety systems without ... | No | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 2026 Tesla Model Y has 5 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA. Total complaints filed: 206.
The 2026 Tesla Model Y has a Safety Score of 10/100 (Grade F). This score factors in recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash and fire reports (20%), and trend direction (10%).
The 2026 Tesla Model Y received a Safety Score of F. This vehicle has a below-average safety record — review the specific recalls and complaints below. There are 35 crash reports on file. There are 1 fire reports.
Contact your nearest Tesla dealership to schedule a free recall repair. You can also check your specific vehicle by VIN at NHTSA.gov. Manufacturers are required by law to fix recall-related defects at no cost.
Safety Score is calculated from recall severity (40%), complaint frequency (30%), crash/fire reports (20%), and safety trend (10%).