2020 Tesla Model Y Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 24 NHTSA recalls and 282 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Very High Reported Activity — 2020 Tesla Model Y
The 2020 Tesla Model Y shows very high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Counts are raw and are higher for popular models, so see how we score this below. Review the issues and recalls carefully, and have the vehicle inspected before buying.
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24
NHTSA Recalls
24 recalls on record
282
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
47
Crash Reports
In NHTSA complaints
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NHTSA Recalls — 2020 Tesla Model Y (24)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Tesla dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Electrical System: Adas: Autonomous/Self Driving: Software
Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer…
🔧 Suspension
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's…
🔧 Suspension: Critical Fasteners
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at…
🔧 Electrical System: Software
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for…
🔧 Exterior Lighting
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (OTA) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for…
🔧 Seat Belts
An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting…
🔧 Seat Belts: Rear/Other: Retractor
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting…
🔧 Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Disc: Caliper
Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service…
🔧 Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this…
🔧 Suspension: Front: Control Arm
A detached upper control arm can cause the wheels to lean in or out, decreasing the driver's ability to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at…
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Most Common Problems — 2020 Tesla Model Y
Based on 282 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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Tesla Model Y — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2020 model year is highlighted.
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✅ Best model years: 2020, 2024 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2020 Tesla Model Y
Is the 2020 Tesla Model Y reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2020 Tesla Model Y has 24 recall campaigns and 282 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2020 Tesla Model Y have?
The 2020 Tesla Model Y has 24 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Tesla Model Y?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2020 Tesla Model Y are: Forward Collision Avoidance, Unknown Or Other, Vehicle Speed Control, Steering. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2020 Tesla Model Y safe to buy?
The 2020 Tesla Model Y has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 24 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year Tesla Model Y should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Tesla Model Y are: 2020, 2024. These show the lowest complaint rates.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit
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