Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2021 Tesla Model Y recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component23
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Electrical system | 7 |
| Seat belts | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
Safety recalls23
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 5, 202626V507000 | Exterior lighting: headlightsHeadlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V507000
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| May 5, 202626V283000 | Back over prevention: softwareA delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V283000
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| Dec 17, 202424V935000 | Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systemsDriving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V935000
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| Jul 24, 202424V554000 | Latches/locks/linkages: hood latchAn unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V554000
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| May 28, 202424V376000 | Seat belts: front warning light/devicesA seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V376000
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| Feb 27, 202424V153000 | Forward collision avoidance: warnings external/pedestrian alertPedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash. Over-the-air remedy DetailsHide details for campaign 24V153000
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Owner complaints by component1,089
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 582 | 53 |
| Service brakes | 181 | 17 |
| Vehicle speed control | 161 | 15 |
| Electrical system | 151 | 14 |
| Unknown or other | 138 | 13 |
| Steering | 94 | 9 |
| Suspension | 78 | 7 |
| Lane departure | 77 | 7 |
| Visibility/wiper | 44 | 4 |
| Structure | 34 | 3 |
| Power train | 30 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 27 | 2 |
| Back over prevention | 26 | 2 |
| Air bags | 23 | 2 |
| Seats | 20 | 2 |
16 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names Model Y 5-Seat, Model Y 7-Seat.
Latest reports
- Structure
“I am filing this complaint regarding a serious front suspension failure involving my 2021 Tesla Model Y. Vehicle Information: •Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.”
- Suspension
“I own a 2021 Tesla Model Y. During a [XXX] safety inspection in XXX, the vehicle was found to have deteriorated front suspension components.”
- Lane departure
“While driving my Tesla on FSD mode, my Tesla had critical error and warn me to take over. My navigation and GPS froze. I did several reboot and power cycle and nothing worked.”
Other Tesla Model Y model years
- 20253 recalls106 complaints
- 20245 recalls328 complaints
- 202317 recalls1,181 complaints
- 202220 recalls870 complaints
- 202123 recalls1,089 complaints
- 202024 recalls282 complaints
- 20193 recalls0 complaints
All years: 2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019
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2021 Tesla Model Y recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Tesla Model Y have?
NHTSA lists 23 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Tesla Model Y. The most recent, 26V507000 (reported August 5, 2026), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2021 Tesla Model Y recalls for?
The largest group is electrical system, with 7 campaigns. Others: seat belts (3), forward collision avoidance (3), exterior lighting (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Tesla Model Y?
Forward collision avoidance is the most-reported component, named in 582 complaints out of 1,089 filed with NHTSA (53%). Across all complaints, owners reported 88 crashs and 6 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Tesla Model Y?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Tesla recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Tesla dealer.
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