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2017 Tesla Model Y Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 0 NHTSA recalls and 0 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

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Recommended — 2017 Tesla Model Y

The 2017 Tesla Model Y shows low recall and complaint activity. Based on available NHTSA data, this is generally considered a solid model year choice.

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NHTSA Recalls
No known recalls
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Owner Complaints
No complaints filed
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Crashes + Injuries
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NHTSA Recalls — 2017 Tesla Model Y

No NHTSA recalls found for the 2017 Tesla Model Y.

While this is a positive sign, recall status can change. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.

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Tesla Model Y — Complaints by Year

Spike in a year = known problem year. The 2017 model year is highlighted.

2011 0 complaints 2012 0 complaints 2013 0 complaints 2014 0 complaints 2015 0 complaints 2016 0 complaints 2017 0 complaints 2018 0 complaints 2019 0 complaints 2020 271 complaints 2021 0 complaints

⚠ Years to avoid: 2020 — These model years show significantly elevated complaint activity.

✅ Best model years: 2011, 2012, 2013 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2017 Tesla Model Y

Is the 2017 Tesla Model Y reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2017 Tesla Model Y has no open recalls and no complaints on file. This is generally considered a reliable model year.
How many recalls does the 2017 Tesla Model Y have?
There are currently no NHTSA recalls on file for the 2017 Tesla Model Y. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing as recalls can be added at any time.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Tesla Model Y?
No significant complaint patterns were found for the 2017 Tesla Model Y in NHTSA data.
Is the 2017 Tesla Model Y safe to buy?
The 2017 Tesla Model Y shows a clean safety record with low complaint activity. It is generally considered safe to buy, though a pre-purchase inspection and independent VIN check are always recommended.
What year Tesla Model Y should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Tesla Model Y are: 2011, 2012, 2013. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years to avoid: 2020.
Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.