2024 Tesla Model Y structure problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2024 Tesla Model Y — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“On XXX at approximately 7:23 a.m., a 2024 Tesla Model Y was traveling westbound on [XXX] in [XXX] in the middle lane at approximately 71 mph with Full Self-Driving (FSD) engaged. While traveling in traffic, the vehicle suddenly initiated a lane change toward the right lane without providing a…”
filed Aug 21, 2026
“While driving through normal rain with ordinary standing water on the roadway (NOT flood conditions), the rear bumper fascia detached from my Tesla Model Y. There was no impact, no collision, and no debris strike - there are no impact marks or scratches on the bumper. The fascia was pulled off by…”
filed Jul 24, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
On certain Model Y vehicles, the LH and/or RH rear primary body seals might cause wind noise in the cabin.
SB-24-11-006 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 25, 2024
Structure problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 28 | 8% |
| 2025 Model Y | 3 | 3% |
| 2023 Model Y | 30 | 3% |
| 2022 Model Y | 31 | 4% |
| 2021 Model Y | 32 | 3% |
| 2020 Model Y | 14 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2024 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.