2021 Tesla Model Y visibility/wiper problems
42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility/wiper on the 2021 Tesla Model Y — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“My 2021 Tesla Model Y HW3 experienced complete failure of all cameras, GPS, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Adaptive Cruise Control following the installation of software update 2026.8.6.1 — the OTA remedy update issued by Tesla for NHTSA Recall 26V283000. The vehicle was fully functional prior to…”
filed May 8, 2026
“I noticed the windshield washer nozzle on the passenger side isn't either working or not there. I reached out to Tesla, and also stopped by a Local Dealership and they told me that it would cost me out of pocket, since it's out of warranty. Secondly, the left side driver repeater camera has a Glare…”
filed Jan 9, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility/wiper problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 7 | 2% |
| 2025 Model Y | 5 | 6% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 58 | 5% |
| 2022 Model Y | 27 | 3% |
| 2020 Model Y | 16 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2021 Tesla Model Y
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.