2024 Tesla Model Y Problems: 7 Known Issues
2024 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated November 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Tesla Model Y has 7 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Hood Latch Switch Deformation — No 'Hood Open' Warning, Frunk Can Fly Open While Driving and FSD Degraded-Visibility Detection Defect — NHTSA Engineering Analysis EA26002. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $400 to $1,800. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls35 recalls
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers, 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact," and Part 581, "Bumper Standards."
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened, allowing the lateral link to loosen or separate from the sub-frame.
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What are the most common Tesla Model Y problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Tesla Model Y has 7 documented issues. Documented issues include: Hood Latch Switch Deformation — No 'Hood Open' Warning, Frunk Can Fly Open While Driving, FSD Degraded-Visibility Detection Defect — NHTSA Engineering Analysis EA26002, Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat Protection Excessive Battery Drain (12V and HV). Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Tesla Model Y reliable?
The 2024 Tesla Model Y has 7 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Hood Latch Switch Deformation — No 'Hood Open' Warning, Frunk Can Fly Open While Driving and FSD Degraded-Visibility Detection Defect — NHTSA Engineering Analysis EA26002. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Tesla Model Y problems?
Repair costs for known Tesla Model Y issues range from $0 to $1,800, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2020-2025 Tesla Model Y Hood Latch Switch Deformation — No 'Hood Open' Warning, Frunk Can Fly Open While Driving?
The front hood (frunk) latch assembly contains a small latch switch that can deform in service. Once deformed, the vehicle no longer detects that the hood is unlatched, so no 'hood open' warning is shown on the touchscreen. A driver who closes the frunk incompletely gets no alert… Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2026 Tesla Model Y FSD Degraded-Visibility Detection Defect — NHTSA Engineering Analysis EA26002?
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation upgraded its Full Self-Driving probe to an Engineering Analysis (EA26002) on March 18, 2026, covering roughly 3.2 million FSD-equipped Teslas including 2020-2026 Model Y. The alleged defect is in the FSD degradation-detection system: when r… Severity: high.
What is the 2020-2024 Tesla Model Y Sentry Mode and Cabin Overheat Protection Excessive Battery Drain (12V and HV)?
Leaving Sentry Mode and/or Cabin Overheat Protection enabled on 2020-2024 Model Y causes 7-14% HV pack drain per day plus accelerated 12V battery cycling, because the car keeps the HV system live, cameras recording, and the Autopilot computer processing video continuously. Owners… Repairs typically run $0-$400. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2024 Tesla Model Y Premature Rear Tire Wear From Aggressive Negative Camber?
2020-2024 Model Y (especially Performance trim, which sits ~10mm lower) is delivered with aggressive, non-adjustable rear negative camber that causes severe inner-edge wear on the rear tires. The factory rear camber cannot be changed via standard alignment — only toe is adjustabl… Repairs typically run $600-$1,800. Severity: medium.
What is the 2021-2024 Tesla Model Y Windshield Cracking During Cabin Preconditioning / Defrost in Cold Weather?
Multiple Model Y owners report the windshield spontaneously cracking while using cabin preconditioning or the defrost function in cold weather. Owners describe cracks appearing as the heating system warms the cold glass, and at least one reports a shop seeing the same crack in th… Repairs typically run $400-$1,500. Severity: medium.
What is the 2023-2025 Tesla Model Y Rearview/Backup Camera Image Loss From Shorted Computer Circuit Board (Recall 25V002 / SB-25-00-001)?
On certain 2023-2025 Model Y (and 2023-2025 Model X, 2024-2025 Model 3/S) vehicles, the vehicle's computer (infotainment/MCU) circuit board can short due to a reverse-current condition on startup. When this happens, the rearview camera image fails to appear when the driver shifts… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: medium.
What is the 2020-2025 Tesla Model Y TPMS Warning Light Resets Between Drives, Failing to Warn of Low Tire Pressure (Recall 24V935)?
Software release 2024.38.3 introduced a defect on 2020-2025 Model Y (and 2017-2025 Model 3, 2024 Cybertruck) vehicles in which the tire pressure monitoring system warning telltale would reset when the vehicle was powered down or went to sleep between drives. As a result, the TPMS… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: low.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.