2019 Tesla Model Y Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
No verdictComplaint Index
0/100
#7 most-complained of 7 Model Y years
NHTSA lists 0 complaints and a complaint index of 0 for the 2019 Tesla Model Y, ranking it 7th out of 7 model years, meaning it has the fewest reported problems of any Model Y year. It carries 3 recalls covering seat belt fasteners and an instrument panel display issue.
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes / fires
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 0 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- —
Top 2019 Tesla Model Y problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
No component data.
2019 Tesla Model Y recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 24V051000Jan 30, 2024Electrical System2,193,869 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
- NHTSA 21V388000May 25, 2021Seat Belts2,166 vehicles
Seat belts:critical fasteners
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.
Risk: Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-002.
- NHTSA 21V389000May 25, 2021Seat Belts5,530 vehicles
Seat belts:critical fasteners
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.
Risk: An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.
2019 compared with other Model Y years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2019 Tesla Model Y reliable?
- NHTSA data shows 0 complaints and a complaint index of 0 for the 2019 Model Y, the lowest among all 7 model years covered, ranking it 7th out of 7 (best) by this measure.
- Does the 2019 Tesla Model Y have any recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2019 Model Y, covering seat belt retractor fasteners in the second row, front seat belt fasteners at the b-pillar, and an incorrect font size on the instrument panel display.
- How does the 2019 Model Y compare to other years?
- The 2019 Model Y's complaint index of 0 is far lower than the 2022 Model Y (100, rated Avoid) and 2023 Model Y (83, rated Avoid), making 2019 one of the better years by NHTSA complaint data.
- Are the 2019 Model Y recalls serious?
- None of the 3 recalls are marked as do-not-drive or park-outside by NHTSA, though the seat belt fastener recalls involve a safety restraint component that Tesla inspects and repairs free of charge.