How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2021 Tesla Model Y have?

NHTSA lists 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2021 Model Y, which is 3% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2021 Tesla Model Y transmission or powertrain?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this component on the 2021 Model Y.

At what mileage do these powertrain problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2021 Model Y is 875 miles.

Do these powertrain complaints involve crashes or fires?

Among the 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints, NHTSA records show 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 injury.

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

The 2021 Model Y has 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (3% share), higher than 2020's 6 (2%) and 2022's 16 (2%), and similar in share to 2023's 29 complaints (2%).

2021 Tesla Model Y Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2021 Tesla Model Y, 3% of all 1,076 complaints filed for the model year. Median mileage at failure is 875. NHTSA shows no related recall for this component.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 30; 3% of 1,076
Crashes reported: 4
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 875 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report sudden unintended forward lunges of several feet when shifting into reverse or coming to a stop, even with the brake pedal depressed.
Some describe the vehicle lurching forward on its own seconds after coming to a complete stop, in one case hopping over a parking curb.
One owner reported the car drifting between lanes and spinning out during light rain, with a loss of connection to the steering feel before a crash.
A separate report describes an acid and burnt-electronics smell coming from the rear of the car, later traced to melted components inside a door.

When 2021 Tesla Model Y transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 27, 2020, latest Aug 8, 2026.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2020 to Aug 2026; peak Apr 2021 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2021 Tesla Model Y

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Model Y model year

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

20190 (0%)
20206 (2%)
202130 (3%)
202216 (2%)
202329 (2%)
20246 (2%)
20251 (1%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2021 Tesla Model Y have?: NHTSA lists 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2021 Model Y, which is 3% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Tesla Model Y transmission or powertrain?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this component on the 2021 Model Y.
At what mileage do these powertrain problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure for Transmission & Powertrain complaints on the 2021 Model Y is 875 miles.
Do these powertrain complaints involve crashes or fires?: Among the 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints, NHTSA records show 4 crashes, 2 fires, and 1 injury.
How does 2021 compare to other Model Y years for this problem?: The 2021 Model Y has 30 Transmission & Powertrain complaints (3% share), higher than 2020's 6 (2%) and 2022's 16 (2%), and similar in share to 2023's 29 complaints (2%).