2023 Tesla Model Y vehicle speed control problems
167 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the vehicle speed control on the 2023 Tesla Model Y — 14% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tesla cruise control removed the speed limit functionality as part of its cruise control. I cannot set a maximum speed for the car. Nor can I set a minimum speed for the car. Tesla removed these features through a software update with their autopilot V14. I believe the vehicle is unsafe for myself…”
filed Sep 15, 2026
“COMPONENT/SYSTEM THAT FAILED: The service brakes failed to stop the vehicle. While reverse-parking at low (parking) speed, I applied the brake pedal and the vehicle did not stop as expected, resulting in contact with an object and vehicle damage. The vehicle is available for inspection upon…”
filed Aug 16, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Vehicle Speed Control problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 30 | 8% |
| 2025 Model Y | 10 | 10% |
| 2024 Model Y | 35 | 11% |
| 2022 Model Y | 140 | 16% |
| 2021 Model Y | 160 | 15% |
| 2020 Model Y | 37 | 13% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 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.