Tesla Problems & Recalls by Model
NHTSA has 13,780 owner complaints on file for Tesla vehicles across 10 models. Pick a model to see its problems year by year.
| Model | Years | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | 2017–2026 | 4,355 | 36 |
| Tesla Model Y | 2019–2026 | 4,252 | 43 |
| Tesla Model S | 2012–2026 | 3,407 | 38 |
| Tesla Model X | 2015–2026 | 1,551 | 39 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 2023–2026 | 208 | 11 |
Latest Tesla recalls
- Aug 31, 2026: Suspension:critical fasteners; suspension:front (26V558000) — Model Y 2026
- Aug 4, 2026: Exterior lighting:headlights (26V507000) — Model 3 2018, Model 3 2019, Model 3 2020, Model 3 2021, Model 3 2017, Model 3 2022 and more
- Jul 7, 2026: Structure:body:bumpers; air bags:knee bolster (26V445000) — Model 3 2024, Model Y 2026
- May 18, 2026: Equipment:other:labels (26V315000) — Model Y 2025, Model Y 2026
- May 4, 2026: Back over prevention:software (26V283000) — Model 3 2021, Model 3 2017, Model 3 2022, Model 3 2023, Model S 2021, Model S 2022 and more
- Apr 21, 2026: Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs; service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor (26V255000) — Cybertruck 2024, Cybertruck 2025, Cybertruck 2026
- Oct 27, 2025: Exterior lighting (25V735000) — Cybertruck 2024
- Oct 14, 2025: Exterior lighting; electrical system:software (25V699000) — Cybertruck 2024, Cybertruck 2025, Cybertruck 2026
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