Recall homework
There are 6 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.
Vehicle report
Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.
Buyer interpretation
The useful question is not just whether this page has records. It is what those records should make you verify before money changes hands.
There are 6 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.
Owner complaints most often mention unknown or other, forward collision avoidance, electrical system. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.
3 federal defect investigations are still open. That is not a recall, but it is worth reading before assuming the issue is settled.
The fuel-cost estimate is based on a representative EPA match, not every trim. Confirm the actual engine, drivetrain, and tire setup before comparing this listing with another year or model.
Use our buyer checklist to know what to inspect, ask, and verify before the test drive.
Official safety ratings were found for 4 tested variants of the 2026 Tesla Model Y.
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 TESLA MODEL Y SUV BEV RWD 2ND RELEASE Default | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars |
| 2026 TESLA MODEL Y SUV BEV AWD 2ND RELEASE | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars |
| 2026 TESLA MODEL Y SUV BEV AWD EARLY RELEASE | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars |
| 2026 TESLA MODEL Y SUV BEV RWD EARLY RELEASE | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 5/5 stars |
6 official recalls on record for the 2026 Tesla Model Y. 13 matched quarterly completion reports are available.
Latest recall: May 19, 2026
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Consequence | Remedy | Date | Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V315000 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 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." | Missing weight information provided by the label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. | Tesla Service will inspect and install a certification label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be 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. | May 2026 | |
| 25V690000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power. | A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. | Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-16-005. | Oct 2025 | 2026-1 |
| 25V658000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The reverse lights may fail to illuminate while the vehicle is in reverse, due to a defect in the wiring. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." | Reverse lights that fail to illuminate reduce visibility and may not alert pedestrians or other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash. | Tesla Service will replace the reverse lights and reverse facia harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-011. | Oct 2025 | 2026-1 |
| 25V490000 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding. | An inoperable horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers as needed, increasing the risk of a crash. | Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-009. | Jul 2025 | 2026-1 |
| 25V410000 | SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened. | The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. | Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-13-003. | Jun 2025 | 2026-1 |
| 25V359000 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems." | The inability to clean the windshield reduces the driver’s visibility and increases the risk of a crash. | Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001. | May 2025 | 2026-1 |
Official records show 4 federal defect investigations matched to the 2026 Tesla Model Y.
| Action | Status | Component | Subject | Opened | Related recall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EA26002 | Open | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions | Mar 2026 | None |
| PE25012 | Open | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged | Oct 2025 | None |
| AQ25002 | Open | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements | Aug 2025 | None |
| PE24033 | Closed | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING | Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts. | Jan 2025 | None |
Official records show 4 manufacturer communications on record for the 2026 Tesla Model Y.
| Date | Type | Component | Summary | ID / document |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | SEATS | On some vehicles, the LH and/or RH front seat backrest blower(s) may emit a loud grinding noise in the shoulder area of the backrest when front seat cooling is enabled. Inspect the vehicle for symptoms related to the condition. If symptoms are present, replace the LH and/or RH front seat backrest blower(s). | 11030613 |
| Feb 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | On some Model Y vehicles, water may ingress into the front fascia camera via the channels on the front fascia harness. This may corrode the camera connector or submerge the camera lens, which results in camera alerts and possible loss of the front fascia camera feed. Inspect the vehicle for symptoms related to the condition. If symptoms are present, replace the front fascia harness and the front fascia camera. | 11029585 |
| Feb 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | On some Model Y Standard vehicles, the gap between the front door glass run seals and the moving glass might not meet Tesla specifications, resulting in high-pitched wind noise from the A-pillar areas when the vehicle is driven at high speed. Upon customer complaint, inspect the gap between the front door glass run seal and the moving glass on both front doors. If the gap on either side is 0.5 mm or greater, replace both front door glass run seals. | 11029584 |
| Dec 2025 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | WHEELS | On certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) sensor battery may drain at an accelerated rate. Identify and replace the affected TPMS sensor. | 11026875 |
246 total complaints on record
Assumptions: 130 city / 115 highway / 123 combined MPGe · Electricity · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Mar 1, 2026)