2024 Tesla Model Y Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the 2024 Tesla Model Y, 19% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 16,011 miles. The words owners use most often: “full self” (16% of reports).
- 62electrical system complaints
- 16,011median miles at failure
- 12mention a crash
- 8mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 37%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Full self: mentioned in 10 of 62 complaints (16%)
- Blind spot: mentioned in 9 of 62 complaints (15%)
- AP4 computer: mentioned in 8 of 62 complaints (13%)
- Lane departure: mentioned in 6 of 62 complaints (10%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 11 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 62 complaints, 12 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 8 an injury.
Tesla Model Y electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 57 | 14% | 5,350 |
| 2025 Model Y | 19 | 18% | — |
| 2024 Model Y | 62 | 19% | 16,011 |
| 2023 Model Y | 123 | 10% | 4,750 |
| 2022 Model Y | 120 | 14% | 16,205 |
| 2021 Model Y | 151 | 14% | 2,500 |
| 2020 Model Y | 28 | 10% | 23,900 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Back over prevention:software; electrical system
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.
Electrical system:software; latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
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.
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
Subject: Formal Safety Complaint â Tesla FSD Failure and Missing Video Evidence Vehicle: 2024 Tesla Model Y Long Range VIN: [XXX] FSD Version: FSD (Supervised) v14.3.10 Incident Date: October 9, 2026 Location: [XXX] Dear NHTSA, I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding a suspected failure…
On September 26, 2026, my 2024 Tesla Model Y (53,000 miles) suffered a total electrical failure. The vehicle became completely unresponsive â it would not power on or enter Drive mode â and my family was locked outside with no way to access the vehicle. Tesla Service Mode diagnostics (run…
On September 26, 2026, my 2024 Tesla Model Y (53,000 miles) suffered a total electrical failure. The vehicle became completely unresponsive â it would not power on or enter Drive mode â and my family was locked outside with no way to access the vehicle. Tesla Service Mode diagnostics (run…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2024 Tesla Model Ys have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 62 owner complaints about electrical system for the 2024 Tesla Model Y (19% of the 328 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2024 Tesla Model Y electrical system?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list electrical system. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do electrical system problems start?
The median reported mileage is 16,011 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the 2024 Tesla Model Y?
The most frequent phrase is “full self”, in 10 of 62 complaints, followed by “blind spot” (9).
Other 2024 Tesla Model Y problems
See all 2024 Tesla Model Y problems or electrical system problems across all Model Y years.