2020 Tesla Model Y recalls

24 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

26V507000 · Tesla, Inc.Exterior Lighting recallThe headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement20KunitsAug 426V283000 · Tesla, Inc.Back Over Prevention recallThe rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse.Camera, lights & visibilityOver-the-air update219KunitsMay 424V935000 · Tesla, Inc.Tires recallThe tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the…TiresOver-the-air update696KunitsDec 202424V554000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallThe hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.ElectricalOver-the-air update1.8MunitsJul 202424V376000 · Tesla, Inc.Seat Belts recallIn the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.Seats & beltsOver-the-air update125KunitsMay 202424V153000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallA factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.ElectricalOver-the-air update6,557unitsFeb 202424V051000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallAn incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights.ElectricalOver-the-air update2.2MunitsJan 202423V838000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallIn certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to…ElectricalOver-the-air update2.0MunitsDec 202323V085000 · Tesla, Inc.Steering recallThe FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection…Steering & suspensionOver-the-air update363KunitsFeb 202322V844000 · Tesla, Inc.Exterior Lighting recallOne or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.Camera, lights & visibilityOver-the-air update322KunitsNov 202222V702000 · Tesla, Inc.Visibility recallThe window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.Camera, lights & visibilityOver-the-air update1.1MunitsSep 202222V235000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallThe Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the…ElectricalOver-the-air update595KunitsApr 202222V063000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallThe Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the…ElectricalOver-the-air update579KunitsFeb 202222V050000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallA software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator…ElectricalOver-the-air update27KunitsFeb 202222V045000 · Tesla, Inc.Electrical System recallThe audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt.ElectricalOver-the-air update817KunitsFeb 202222V037000 · Tesla, Inc.Steering recallThe "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel…Steering & suspensionOver-the-air update54KunitsJan 202221V912000 · Tesla, Inc.Suspension recallThe front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.Steering & suspensionFree replacement826unitsNov 202121V846000 · Tesla, Inc.Forward Collision Avoidance recallA communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake…Driver assistanceOver-the-air update12KunitsOct 202121V835000 · Tesla, Inc.Suspension recallThe front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.Steering & suspensionFree replacement2,791unitsOct 202121V389000 · Tesla, Inc.Seat Belts recallOne or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.Seats & beltsFree repair5,530unitsMay 202121V388000 · Tesla, Inc.Seat Belts recallOne or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.Seats & beltsFree replacement2,166unitsMay 202121V387000 · Tesla, Inc.Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement5,974unitsMay 202120V709000 · Tesla, Inc.Suspension recallThe bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper…Steering & suspensionFree repair401unitsNov 202020V609000 · Tesla, Inc.Exterior Lighting recallA software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights.Camera, lights & visibilityOver-the-air update2,567unitsSep 2020