2024 Tesla Model Y vs 2024 Volkswagen Taos
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2024 Tesla Model Y | 2024 Volkswagen Taos |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 318 | 53 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 58 | 231 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 72 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 120 | 31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model Y | Volkswagen Taos |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 120 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 58 | 9 |
| Back Over Prevention | 61 | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 49 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 25 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 | 4 |
| Steering | 24 | 1 |
| Engine | 8 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 14 | 5 |
| Battery drain | 8 | 0 |
2024 Tesla Model Y
2024 Volkswagen Taos
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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.