2020 Tesla Model Y vs 2021 Tesla Model Y
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 276 | 1,074 |
| Recall campaigns | 24 | 23 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 104 | 95 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 47 | 86 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 5,350 mi | 9,700 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model Y | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 105 | 577 |
| Service Brakes | 35 | 177 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 37 | 160 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 146 |
| Steering | 26 | 92 |
| Suspension | 30 | 74 |
| Lane Departure | 29 | 74 |
| Visibility/wiper | 16 | 42 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 19 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 14 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 9 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
| Overheating | 0 | 8 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.