2023 Tesla Model Y exterior lighting problems
20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the exterior lighting on the 2023 Tesla Model Y — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“While using Full Self-Driving on my 2023 Tesla Model Y, the automatic high beams repeatedly activate in active traffic conditions, including when following other vehicles and when oncoming traffic is present. The system does not consistently dim the lights, creating glare that could impair…”
filed May 5, 2026
“The vehicle display flashed red and then the vehicle turned off completely while in traffic with no ability to change gear, operate the electronic door releases, or turn the hazards on. Safety was put at risk because insufficient notice of failure was given so it was impossible to get out of…”
filed Feb 24, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminateCampaign 22V844000 · Nov 15, 2022
Exterior Lighting problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 17 | 6% |
| 2025 Model Y | 1 | 1% |
| 2024 Model Y | 11 | 4% |
| 2022 Model Y | 16 | 2% |
| 2021 Model Y | 9 | 1% |
| 2020 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2023 Tesla Model Y
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.