NHTSA records · 2023–2026
Tesla Model Y Insurance in California
NHTSA rated four versions of the 2026 Tesla Model Y: 5 stars overall. NHTSA's records for the 2023–2026 Model Y list 26 recall campaigns and 1,567 owner complaints as of September 16, 2026.
- Overall rating, 2026
- 5 stars
- Recall campaigns
- 26
- Owner complaints
- 1,567
NHTSA records retrieved September 16, 2026. Not a rate or a quote.
Tesla Model Y crash-test stars
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings by version.
| Year | Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Model Y SUV BEV AWD 2ND Release | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8.6% |
| 2026 | Model Y SUV BEV AWD Early Release | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8.6% |
| 2026 | Model Y SUV BEV RWD 2ND Release | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8.9% |
| 2026 | Model Y SUV BEV RWD Early Release | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8.9% |
| 2025 | Model Y SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7.9% |
| 2025 | Model Y SUV RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9.7% |
| 2024 | Model Y (All Variants) SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7.9% |
| 2024 | Model Y RWD SUV RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9.7% |
| 2023 | Model Y (All Variants) Later Release SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7.9% |
| 2023 | Model Y (All Variants) SUV AWD Early Release | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7.9% |
| 2023 | Model Y RWD Early Release SUV RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9.7% |
| 2023 | Model Y RWD Later Release SUV RWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9.7% |
Versions link to their records; n/r = not rated. Rollover risk is NHTSA's own calculation.
Model Y recall campaigns, 2023–2026
26 distinct campaigns — by model year, 2023: 17, 2024: 5, 2025: 3, 2026: 8.
- Electrical system ×6
- Back over prevention ×3
- Seats ×3
- Steering ×3
- Exterior lighting ×2
- Suspension ×2
| Campaign | Report received | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V558000 | September 1, 2026 | Suspension › critical fasteners | 2026 |
| 26V507000 | August 5, 2026 | Exterior lighting › headlights | 2023 |
| 26V445000 | July 7, 2026 | Structure › body › bumpers | 2026 |
| 26V315000 | May 19, 2026 | Equipment › other › labels | 2025, 2026 |
| 26V283000 | May 5, 2026 | Back over prevention › software | 2023 |
| 25V690000 | October 10, 2025 | Electrical system › propulsion system › fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts | 2026 |
| 25V658000 | October 1, 2025 | Electrical system › wiring | 2026 |
| 25V490000 | July 28, 2025 | Electrical system › horn | 2026 |
| 25V410000 | June 18, 2025 | Seats › critical fasteners | 2026 |
| 25V359000 | May 30, 2025 | Visibility › windshield wiper/washer › linkages | 2026 |
| 25V092000 | February 14, 2025 | Steering › electric power assist system | 2023 |
| 25V002000 | January 7, 2025 | Back over prevention › software | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| 24V935000 | December 17, 2024 | Tires › pressure monitoring and regulating systems | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| 24V886000 | November 22, 2024 | Seats › front assembly › recliner | 2024 |
| 24V554000 | July 24, 2024 | Latches/locks/linkages › hood › latch | 2023, 2024 |
Newest 15 of 26 shown.
By model year: it cannot show whether a campaign is done on your own Model Y. NHTSA hotline in these records: 1-888-327-4236.
NHTSA recall records: Model Y 2026 · Model Y 2025 · Model Y 2024 · Model Y 2023
Model Y owner complaints to NHTSA
1,567 complaints about 2023–2026 models.
| Year | Complaints | Owner marked crash | Owner marked fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 98 | 30 | 3 |
| 2024 | 317 | 72 | 4 |
| 2023 | 1,152 | 151 | 3 |
Most-named components (besides “unknown”)
- Forward collision avoidance638
- Steering241
- Vehicle speed control211
- Electrical system193
- Service brakes190
- Lane departure147
- Suspension133
- Back over prevention117
NHTSA complaint records: Model Y 2025 · Model Y (All Variants) 2024 · Model Y RWD 2024 · Model Y (All Variants) 2023 · Model Y (All Variants) Later Release 2023 · Model Y RWD Early Release 2023 · Model Y RWD Later Release 2023
Coverage on a Model Y
- Theft, fire, vandalism: comprehensive.
- Crash repairs to your own car: collision.
- Owing more than a financed car is worth: loan gap coverage.
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