2021 Tesla Model Y vs 2022 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 | 2021 Tesla Model Y | 2022 Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,074 | 859 |
| Recall campaigns | 23 | 20 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 95 | 81 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 86 | 88 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 123–129 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 9,700 mi | 10,977 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model Y | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 577 | 493 |
| Service Brakes | 177 | 130 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 160 | 139 |
| Electrical System | 146 | 119 |
| Steering | 92 | 56 |
| Lane Departure | 74 | 70 |
| Suspension | 74 | 36 |
| Visibility/wiper | 42 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 23 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 9 |
| Steering problems | 14 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 8 |
| Battery drain | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 5 |
| Overheating | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 6 |
2021 Tesla Model Y
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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.