How many visibility and wiper complaints does the 2021 Tesla Model Y have?

NHTSA lists 48 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2021 Tesla Model Y, which is 4% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to visibility issues on the 2021 Model Y?

Yes. Recall campaign 22V702000, reported on 2022-09-19, covers the automatic window reversal system not reacting correctly after detecting an obstruction; Tesla issued a free over-the-air software update as the remedy.

At what mileage do these visibility problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 Model Y is 5,000 miles.

Did the visibility issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 Model Y.

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

The 2021 Model Y's 4% share is similar to 2022 (4%) and lower than 2025 (8%), while 2023 had the highest raw count at 62 complaints.

2021 Tesla Model Y Visibility & Wipers Problems

Owners filed 48 Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 Tesla Model Y, 4% of that year's 1,076 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 5,000. NHTSA also lists a related recall (22V702000) for the automatic window reversal system. No crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this area.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 48; 4% of 1,076
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 5,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Driver-side mirror cannot angle far enough left or up, leaving a blind spot in the adjacent lane for taller drivers.
Auto-dimming mirrors introduced on new deliveries reportedly do not adjust properly for drivers around 5'10" or above.
Cabin heat and defroster reportedly fail intermittently, leaving windshields fogged or iced over in cold weather.
A firmware update reportedly moved the defogger controls into a submenu, making them harder to reach quickly while driving.
One owner reported a rear windshield shattering on its own while the vehicle was parked outside.

When 2021 Tesla Model Y visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 11, 2020, latest May 8, 2026.

48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2020 to May 2026; peak Dec 2020 (4).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2021 Tesla Model Y

NHTSA 22V702000Sep 19, 2022Visibility & Wipers1,096,762 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Visibility:power window devices and controls
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Risk: A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Model Y model year

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

20190 (0%)
202016 (6%)
202148 (4%)
202233 (4%)
202362 (5%)
202410 (3%)
20258 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many visibility and wiper complaints does the 2021 Tesla Model Y have?: NHTSA lists 48 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2021 Tesla Model Y, which is 4% of the 1,076 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to visibility issues on the 2021 Model Y?: Yes. Recall campaign 22V702000, reported on 2022-09-19, covers the automatic window reversal system not reacting correctly after detecting an obstruction; Tesla issued a free over-the-air software update as the remedy.
At what mileage do these visibility problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 Model Y is 5,000 miles.
Did the visibility issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to Visibility & Wipers complaints on the 2021 Model Y.
How does 2021 compare to other Model Y years for this problem area?: The 2021 Model Y's 4% share is similar to 2022 (4%) and lower than 2025 (8%), while 2023 had the highest raw count at 62 complaints.