2023 Tesla Model Y steering problems
199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2023 Tesla Model Y — 18% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“A day or two before the incident a warning displayed on the computer that was very vague. I didn't notice any issues with the steering or suspension at the time. I believe I scheduled an appointment but it was two weeks out at the Tesla service center. On June 4 as I pulled into my driveway I heard…”
filed Aug 4, 2026
“This issue occurred on August 02, 2026 at around 3pm. I was parked and put my 2023 Tesla Model Y in reverse to give myself enough room to drive forward from being parked on road next to my house. While going into reverse, I heard a really loud bang noise coming from under the front section of the…”
filed Aug 3, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an…Campaign 25V092000 · Feb 14, 2025
- Steering wheel fastener may be looseCampaign 23V385000 · May 30, 2023
- FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as…Campaign 23V085000 · Feb 15, 2023
Steering problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 38 | 13% |
| 2025 Model Y | 7 | 8% |
| 2024 Model Y | 22 | 7% |
| 2022 Model Y | 51 | 6% |
| 2021 Model Y | 84 | 8% |
| 2020 Model Y | 26 | 10% |
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.