2025 Tesla Model Y recalls and problems

The 2025 Tesla Model Y has 3 safety recalls and 115 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Tesla dealer.

Recalls
3
Complaints
115
Crashes / fires
35 / 3
Injuries / deaths
16 / 1

Recalls may cover only some 2025 Tesla Model Y vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Tesla Model Y recalls

Recall 26V-315: Equipment

Reported May 18, 2026 · 14,575 vehicles affected · Tesla, Inc.

Problem: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Model Y vehicles. The certification label may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."

Risk: Missing weight information provided by the label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Tesla Service will inspect and install a certification label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-19-002.

Recall 25V-002: Back Over Prevention, Electrical System

Reported Jan 6, 2025 · 239,382 vehicles affected · Tesla, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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.

Recall 24V-935: Tires

Reported Dec 17, 2024 · 696,281 vehicles affected · Tesla, Inc.

Problem: 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.

Fix: 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.

2025 Tesla Model Y problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Forward Collision Avoidance64
Unknown or Other30
Lane Departure26
Electrical System22
Back Over Prevention17
Service Brakes15
Steering10
Vehicle Speed Control10
Visibility/Wiper5
Seat Belts5
Air Bags4
Structure4

Most reported parts

  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 26
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 26
  • Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 12
  • Lane Departure › Assist — 10
  • Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 9
  • Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 7
  • Lane Departure › Warning — 7
  • Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera — 6

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 7,213 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Tesla Model Y complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Power Train · reported Nov 9, 2026
Traveling 35mph on local highway. Hard braking to full stop to avoid frontal collision. Upon stopping, vehicle appears to shift into reverse as I attempted to resume travel and I backed into the vehicle that had stopped short behind me. I have saved multiple video clips of the event.
Steering · reported Nov 8, 2026
I own a 2025 Tesla Model Y, currently running software version 2026.38.5.12 with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) v14.3.13. On multiple occasions while using FSD (Supervised), the vehicle has made sudden, abrupt lane changes out of the carpool (HOV) lane with little warning. This has happened repeatedly on [XXX] and [XXX] in the [XXX] area, most recently on XXX. The system initiates these exits late and aggressively, steering toward the double yellow lines that separate the HOV lane from regular traffic, and I have had to grab the wheel and take control to avoid an unsafe and illegal maneuver. I…
Unknown or Other · reported Nov 8, 2026
1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The windshield glass on my 2025 Tesla Model Y cracked twice. The first windshield was replaced by Tesla in March 2026 after the issue was attributed to stress. The replacement windshield cracked again in September 2026, approximately within six months. The vehicle and windshield are available for inspection upon request. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? A cracked windshield can obstruct the driver's visibility and potentially compromise the structural integrity of…
Unknown or Other · reported Nov 8, 2026
I am submitting this complaint regarding a recurring Rear Drive Unit (RDU) failure affecting my Tesla Model Y (VIN: [XXX]). Since purchasing the vehicle in March 2025, I have experienced three separate incidents involving the same component, resulting in vehicle jerking, loss of propulsion, and unsafe driving conditions. The first failure occurred in May 2025 when the vehicle began jerking, slowing down unexpectedly, and ultimately displayed a critical warning instructing me to pull over. Tesla diagnosed the issue as a defective Rear Drive Unit and replaced it under warranty. In January 2026…
Electrical System · reported Nov 6, 2026
On the evening of XXX, at my home in [XXX], my 2025 Tesla Model Y suffered a complete electrical failure that locked the vehicle with my infant son inside. When my wife went to take him out, the car would not unlock by any method. The Tesla app failed on two separate phones, the key card failed, and plugging in the vehicle did nothing. I called Tesla support and, after a long hold, reached a representative who was unable to unlock the car remotely. Tesla told us to call [XXX]. First responders arrived and could not open the doors with their techniques, so they had to break a window to get my…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Tesla Model Y have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Tesla Model Y: 26V-315 (equipment), 25V-002 (back over prevention, electrical system), 24V-935 (tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Tesla Model Y?

Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (64 reports), followed by unknown or other (30). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 7,213 miles.

Are Tesla recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Tesla dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.