2023 Tesla Model Y visibility/wiper problems
58 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the visibility/wiper on the 2023 Tesla Model Y — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The full self driving system has malfunctioned and is failing. I was put in incredibly dangerous situations that were near potentially fatal accidents. Had someone been a little bit closer when following me, I would not have had enough time to counter the issue. Yes it has been confirmed but not…”
filed May 19, 2026
“Washer fluid indicated low washer fluid. Refilled washer fluid, but shortly after washer fluid leaked out underneath the vehicle. Took the vehicle in for repair at an Tesla Service Center and service advisor indicated that the reservoir had cracked at the seam (an obvious defect of the reservoir)…”
filed Apr 27, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Visibility/wiper problems in other Model Y years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model Y | 7 | 2% |
| 2025 Model Y | 5 | 6% |
| 2024 Model Y | 9 | 3% |
| 2022 Model Y | 27 | 3% |
| 2021 Model Y | 42 | 4% |
| 2020 Model Y | 16 | 6% |
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.