How many visibility and wiper complaints does NHTSA have for the 2023 Tesla Model Y?

NHTSA lists 62 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers category for the 2023 Tesla Model Y, which is 5% of the 1,163 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for wiper problems on the 2023 Tesla Model Y?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Visibility & Wipers category on the 2023 Tesla Model Y.

Did the wiper issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this category on the 2023 Tesla Model Y shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

What do owners say is wrong with the auto wipers?

Owners report auto wipers that don't adjust properly to rain intensity, activate on their own when cruise control or autopilot is on, and sometimes stop functioning altogether during heavy rain.

How does the 2023 Model Y compare to other years for this problem?

The 2023 Model Y's 5% share of complaints in this category is close to 2020 (6%) and 2025 (8%), and higher than 2022 and 2024, which each sat at 3-4%.

2023 Tesla Model Y Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 62 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2023 Tesla Model Y, 5% of that year's 1,163 total complaints. No related recalls are listed, and no crashes, fires, or injuries were reported in this category.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 62; 5% of 1,163
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: —
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Automatic wipers fail to respond correctly to rain, either staying off in a downpour or running at the wrong speed for the amount of water on the windshield.
Wipers activate on their own with no rain present when adaptive cruise control or autopilot is engaged, and drivers report being unable to turn them off while these features are active.
Driver's side rear view mirror vibrates while driving, blurring the reflected image, while the passenger side mirror stays clear.
Auto wiper function reportedly stops working entirely mid-drive during heavy rain, requiring the driver to switch to manual control through the touchscreen.
One owner reported the rear window shattering into many small pieces after the door struck a garage door during reversing.

When 2023 Tesla Model Y visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 29, 2023, latest Sep 23, 2026.

62 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2023 to Sep 2026; peak May 2023 (5).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2023 Tesla Model Y

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

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 NHTSA have for the 2023 Tesla Model Y?: NHTSA lists 62 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers category for the 2023 Tesla Model Y, which is 5% of the 1,163 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for wiper problems on the 2023 Tesla Model Y?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for the Visibility & Wipers category on the 2023 Tesla Model Y.
Did the wiper issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this category on the 2023 Tesla Model Y shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
What do owners say is wrong with the auto wipers?: Owners report auto wipers that don't adjust properly to rain intensity, activate on their own when cruise control or autopilot is on, and sometimes stop functioning altogether during heavy rain.
How does the 2023 Model Y compare to other years for this problem?: The 2023 Model Y's 5% share of complaints in this category is close to 2020 (6%) and 2025 (8%), and higher than 2022 and 2024, which each sat at 3-4%.