2022 Tesla Model Y Brakes Problems
NHTSA lists 133 brake complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model Y, 15% of its 863 total complaints. These reports include 15 crashes and 1 fire, with a median failure mileage of 32,000 miles, and there are no related recalls on file.
- Brakes complaints
- 133
- 15% of 863
- Crashes reported
- 15
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 12
- Median mileage
- 32,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- Brakes fail to respond or slow the car during sudden stops, leading to rear-end or lane-departure crashes.
- Drivers report the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle continued to accelerate instead of stopping.
- Vehicles have moved forward unexpectedly while parked or idling, with brakes unable to halt the motion before hitting objects or garages.
- Some owners describe the brakes skipping or failing to lock, causing loss of traction control in slippery conditions.
- Unexpected acceleration combined with brake failure has occurred both with and without driver-assist features engaged.
When 2022 Tesla Model Y brake complaints were filed
First complaint Jan 31, 2022, latest Sep 17, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2022 Tesla Model Y
No safety recalls on record for this model year.
Brakes complaints by Model Y model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many brake complaints does the 2022 Tesla Model Y have?
- NHTSA lists 133 brake-related complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model Y, which is 15% of the 863 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a brake recall for the 2022 Tesla Model Y?
- No. NHTSA shows no related recalls tied to the brake complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model Y.
- At what mileage do brake problems typically occur on the 2022 Model Y?
- The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2022 Tesla Model Y is 32,000 miles.
- Have brake issues caused crashes or injuries in the 2022 Model Y?
- Owner complaints tied to brakes report 15 crashes, 1 fire, and 12 injuries for the 2022 Tesla Model Y.
- How does the 2022 Model Y compare to other years for brake complaints?
- The 2022 Model Y's brake complaints make up 15% of its total complaints, similar to 2020 (13%) and 2025 (15%), but lower than 2021's 17% share.