2023 Tesla Model Y vs 2025 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 | 2023 Tesla Model Y | 2025 Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,154 | 98 |
| Recall campaigns | 17 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 91 | 10 |
| Investigations | 8 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 151 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 123 | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 7,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model Y | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 474 | 45 |
| Steering | 209 | 8 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 167 | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 150 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 119 | 17 |
| Suspension | 123 | 1 |
| Lane Departure | 79 | 19 |
| Visibility/wiper | 59 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 43 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 33 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 32 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
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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.