2024 Tesla Model Y Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
67/100
#3 most-complained of 7 Model Y years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2024 Tesla Model Y has a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 3rd-worst among 7 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 320 complaints, 5 recalls, and 72 crashes, with Collision Avoidance & Cameras as the top problem area at 48% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 320
- Recalls
- 5
- Crashes / fires
- 72 / 4
- Injuries / deaths
- 58 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 118
- 123 city / 112 hwy
Top 2024 Tesla Model Y problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras155 (48%)
- Electrical System69 (22%)
- Other55 (17%)
- Lane Departure49 (15%)
- Engine43 (13%)
- Brakes27 (8%)
- Steering24 (8%)
- Structure & Body23 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires18 (6%)
- Visibility & Wipers10 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners describe sudden unintended acceleration at low speeds, including in driveways and parking lots, that led to collisions with garages, fences, or other vehicles.
- Some drivers report the steering wheel locking or becoming uncontrollable mid-turn, resulting in crashes into signs or structures.
- Autopilot or full self-driving mode reportedly caused unexpected lane changes onto shoulders or into adjacent lanes without warning.
- One owner reported wheels detaching from the vehicle after losing steering control at highway speed, causing a rollover.
- A braking failure combined with unintended acceleration was reported in one case, resulting in a fire and a fully engulfed vehicle.
- Several complaints mention no warning lights or messages appearing before these sudden acceleration or steering events.
2024 Tesla Model Y recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V002000Jan 6, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras239,382 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
- NHTSA 24V935000Dec 17, 2024Suspension, Wheels & Tires696,281 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk: Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
- NHTSA 24V886000Nov 22, 2024Structure & Body27 vehicles
Seats:front assembly:recliner
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
Risk: The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-004.
2024 Tesla Model Y fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 123 MPG
- Highway
- 112 MPG
- Combined
- 118 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $650
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2024 compared with other Model Y years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Tesla Model Y reliable?
- NHTSA data shows the 2024 Model Y has a Complaint Index of 67 and ranks 3rd-worst out of 7 model years, giving it a Caution verdict relative to other Model Y years. It has 320 complaints, 72 crashes, and 5 recalls on file.
- What is the top problem area for the 2024 Tesla Model Y?
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras is the top problem area, accounting for 48% of complaints (155 of 320) and 28 crashes, with a median mileage at failure of 45,000.
- Does the 2024 Tesla Model Y have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2024 Model Y, covering the rearview camera circuit board, tire pressure monitoring system, a seat recliner weld, the hood latch, and an instrument panel font display issue.
- How does the 2024 Model Y compare to other years?
- The 2024 model's Complaint Index of 67 is worse than 2020 (17, Best), 2021 (50, Caution), and 2025 (33, Good), but better than 2022 (100, Avoid) and 2023 (83, Avoid).
- What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Tesla Model Y?
- EPA rates the 2024 Model Y at 118 MPG combined (123 city, 112 highway), with an annual fuel cost of $650.