2025 Tesla Model Y Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Model Y years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 7th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 5 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 105 complaints with NHTSA about the 2025 Tesla Model Y. That ranks 7th out of 8 Model Y model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (48 complaints, 46%). Complaints mention 33 crashes, 3 fires, 16 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 4 defect investigations involving it.
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- 105owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 4NHTSA investigations
- 33complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2025 Tesla Model Y problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 48 | 46% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 24 | 23% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 21 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 18 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 15 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 15 | 14% | 7,213 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 10% | 7,213 | — | — |
| Steering | 9 | 9% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 5 | 5% | 4,444 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 4% | 4,444 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2025 Tesla Model Y recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:other:labels
Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Model Y vehicles. The certification label may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: Missing weight information provided by the label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Tesla Service will inspect and install a certification label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-19-002.
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.
Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions (EA26002) — opened Mar 18, 2026, still open.
- Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged (PE25012) — opened Oct 7, 2025, still open.
- Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements (AQ25002) — opened Aug 20, 2025, still open.
- Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts. (PE24033) — opened Jan 6, 2025, closed Apr 3, 2026.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On February 17, 2026, I was driving my 2025 Tesla Model Y with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged. While merging onto Highway 280 in Los Altos, California, the vehicle veered and crashed into the guardrail. I was not controlling the vehicle at the time â FSD (Supervised) was in control. Both…
On 10/08/2026, while Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software v14.3.10 was engaged in an underground parking garage, the vehicle failed to stop when it should have, causing the left-front bumper to scrape against a concrete pillar. The driver was supervising at the time. No injuries; cosmetic damage…
On October 1, 2026, at approximately 5:40 p.m. in the Marina Square Center parking lot in San Leandro, California, the powered rear trunk of my 2025 Tesla Model Y popped up slightly but failed to fully open. I repeatedly attempted to open it using both the touchscreen and the physical trunk button…
On [XXX], at about [XXX], I was driving my 2025 Tesla Model Y with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged. I was on [XXX] in Matthews, NC, heading toward Mint Hill, at about [XXX]. There were no vehicles, pedestrians or obstacles ahead of me. With no apparent reason and no warning or alert, the…
When self parking in a drive way, Tesla Y hit another car. There was more than enough space on the driveway for 2+ cars. We did the same self-parking tens times before. Tesla generated no alarms after collision. It didnât stop after colliding with another car. I brought the Tesla to Irvine Tesla…
Other Tesla Model Y years
← 2024 Model Y · 2026 Model Y →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 403 | 8 |
| 2025 | 105 | 3 |
| 2024 Model Y | 326 | 5 |
| 2023 Model Y | 1,179 | 17 |
| 2022 Model Y | 868 | 20 |
| 2021 Model Y | 1,089 | 23 |
| 2020 Model Y | 282 | 24 |
| 2019 Model Y | 0 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2025 Tesla Model Y?
Owners most often report forward collision avoidance, unknown or other, lane departure problems. The top one, forward collision avoidance, accounts for 48 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2025 Tesla Model Y?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2025 Tesla Model Y a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Model Y model years, the 2025 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.