Tesla: common problems by model
6 Tesla models with NHTSA data and repair videos. Pick a model, then a model year.
Models
- Tesla Model 32017–20264,222 complaints · 690 bulletins · 1 videos
- Tesla Model Y2019–2026391 complaints · 459 bulletins · 2 videos
- Tesla Model S2016–2026179 complaints · 646 bulletins · 2 videos
- Tesla Model X2016–20260 complaints · 700 bulletins · 4 videos
- Tesla Cybertruck2023–20260 complaints · 66 bulletins · 3 videos
- Tesla Semi2022–20250 complaints · 39 bulletins
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 1,915 | 0 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 682 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 624 | 0 | 28 |
| Electrical system | 613 | 0 | 289 |
| Steering | 439 | 0 | 92 |
| Suspension | 420 | 0 | 63 |
| Lane departure | 345 | 0 | 11 |
| Air bags | 341 | 0 | 68 |
| Seat belts | 251 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility | 232 | 0 | 36 |
| Seats | 187 | 0 | 58 |
| Other | 790 | 0 | 1,301 |
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.