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2025 Tesla Model YProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 115 owner complaints about the 2025 Tesla Model Y, most often about the forward collision avoidance. It is covered by 3 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-002 the manufacturer reports only 100% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Tesla Model Y has problems
115 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
50Forward collision avoidance16 crash/fire/injury
23Lane departure7 crash/fire/injury
21Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
15Service brakes9 crash/fire/injury
15Back over prevention6 crash/fire/injury
10Vehicle speed control
10Steering
5Visibility/wiper
5Seat belts
2112 other systems10 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 50 | 16 |
| Lane departure | 23 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 21 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 15 | 9 |
| Back over prevention | 15 | 6 |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 5 |
| Steering | 10 | 8 |
| Visibility/wiper | 5 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 5 | 2 |
| 12 other systems | 21 | 10 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
3 recalls
2025 Tesla Model Y recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Risk. Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Tesla.
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other Model Y year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Model Y median. How we score
'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26'27
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2025 Tesla Model Y safety ratings
2025 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 5 stars (7.9% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
4 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2025 Tesla Model Y, and the recalls they led to.
- Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting RequirementsOpen
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsOpen
- Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.No recall
- Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engagedOpen
In owners' words
What Model Y owners report
Recent forward collision avoidance complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Subject: Multiple Recurring Issues — 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD I am submitting this complaint regarding multiple quality and potential safety-related issues with my 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range Dual Motor AWD, purchased new in January 2025. 1. Persistent HVAC moldy/musty odor The vehicle…
While operating my vehicle with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged on Friday, October 16 at 5:12 pm, the vehicle suffered an sudden loss of vehicle control, resulting in a full spinout. Road & Environmental Conditions: Wet roads Approximate Speed: 76 mph Incident Details: Without warning or…
On 10/08/2026, while Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software v14.3.10 was engaged in an underground parking garage, the vehicle failed to stop when it should have, causing the left-front bumper to scrape against a concrete pillar. The driver was supervising at the time. No injuries; cosmetic damage…
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