Tesla problems, recalls & safety data
Every Tesla model with owner complaints, recall campaigns, federal investigations and manufacturer communications — all from official NHTSA data.
13,566
NHTSA owner complaints
94
recall campaigns
29
defect investigations
5
models with problem data
Tesla models
| Model | Complaints | Years with data | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | 4,318 | 10 | 36 |
| Tesla Model Y | 4,151 | 7 | 43 |
| Tesla Model S | 3,381 | 13 | 38 |
| Tesla Model X | 1,521 | 9 | 39 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 195 | 2 | 11 |
| Tesla Semi | — | — | 2 |
Most reported problem areas across Tesla vehicles
Forward Collision Avoidance 4,199Electrical System 2,444Suspension 1,738Vehicle Speed Control 1,619Steering 1,475Service Brakes 1,420Lane Departure 854Structure 653
Symptoms owners describe most
Recent federal investigations
- Tesla Cybercab FMVSS CertificationAudit Query AQ26002 · opened Sep 3, 2026 · open
- Lower Lateral Link detachmentPreliminary Evaluation PE26006 · opened Jul 29, 2026 · open
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsEngineering Analysis EA26002 · opened Mar 18, 2026 · open
- Emergency egress controls are not readily accessible and clearly identifiable.Defect Petition DP25002 · opened Dec 23, 2025 · closed Jul 22, 2026
- Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engagedPreliminary Evaluation PE25012 · opened Oct 7, 2025 · open