2020 Tesla Model Y vs 2022 Tesla Model Y
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2022 Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 272 | 836 |
| Recall campaigns | 23 | 19 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 103 | 80 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 47 | 84 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 123–129 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 5,350 mi | 10,444 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model Y | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 104 | 486 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 37 | 137 |
| Service Brakes | 35 | 128 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 115 |
| Lane Departure | 29 | 68 |
| Steering | 26 | 51 |
| Suspension | 29 | 29 |
| Visibility/wiper | 16 | 27 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 20 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 6 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 5 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.