How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA list for the 2021 Tesla Model Y?

NHTSA lists 59 complaints in this area for the 2021 Model Y, which is 5% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2021 Tesla Model Y?

No related recall is listed in the data for this component and model year.

Did these structure and body complaints involve crashes or fires?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 injury tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Model Y.

At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component and year is 56,500 miles.

How does the 2021 Model Y compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2021 Model Y's Structure & Body complaints are 5% of its total complaints, close to 2022 (6%), 2023 (4%), and 2024 (7%), while 2020 was higher at 8%.

2021 Tesla Model Y Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 59 Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Tesla Model Y, 5% of that year's 1,076 total complaints, including 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 injury. No related recall is listed for this component. Median mileage at failure is 56,500.

Structure & Body complaints: 59; 5% of 1,076
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 56,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Seats reported as not staying bolted or positioned, including seats that recline or slide unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion.
Owners describe sudden unintended forward movement or acceleration events tied to structure/body complaints, in some cases resulting in a crash.
Reports of door hinges arriving with gouged or damaged metal, raising concerns about door structural integrity.
Owners report the roof glass cracking on its own with no impact, chip, or missing pieces.
Some complaints describe underbody or panel damage from road debris, including one case where coolant loss followed impact from debris.
A software update was reported to change control of window defoggers, wipers, and seat position, which some owners said created a distracting driving situation.

When 2021 Tesla Model Y body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 9, 2021, latest Sep 10, 2026.

59 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2021 to Sep 2026; peak Sep 2025 (8).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2021 Tesla Model Y

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Model Y model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20190 (0%)
202022 (8%)
202159 (5%)
202250 (6%)
202347 (4%)
202423 (7%)
20255 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA list for the 2021 Tesla Model Y?: NHTSA lists 59 complaints in this area for the 2021 Model Y, which is 5% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2021 Tesla Model Y?: No related recall is listed in the data for this component and model year.
Did these structure and body complaints involve crashes or fires?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 injury tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2021 Model Y.
At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this component and year is 56,500 miles.
How does the 2021 Model Y compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2021 Model Y's Structure & Body complaints are 5% of its total complaints, close to 2022 (6%), 2023 (4%), and 2024 (7%), while 2020 was higher at 8%.