Model year 2020 · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

2020 Tesla Model Y: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings

EPA rates the 2020 Tesla Model Y at 111–121 MPGe combined with 291–316 miles of EPA-rated range across 3 versions. NHTSA lists 24 safety recalls and 283 owner complaints for this model year. Its best NHTSA overall crash-test rating is 5 out of 5 stars.

Safety recalls

24

EPA combined MPGe

111–121

NHTSA overall rating

5/5

Recall file dated Oct 28, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 28, 2026, 7:36 AM EDT

Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Tesla dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.

2020 Tesla Model Y recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 24 safety recalls for the 2020 Tesla Model Y, newest first.

Exterior lighting: Headlights

NHTSA 26V507000 Reported Aug 4, 2026
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-24-17-003)
Units affected
20,349 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were be mailed October 3, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the repair becomes available. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Back over prevention: Software

NHTSA 26V283000 Reported May 4, 2026
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-26-00-001)
Units affected
218,868 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Tires: Pressure monitoring and regulating systems

NHTSA 24V935000 Reported Dec 17, 2024
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-24-00-018)
Units affected
696,281 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Risk
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V554000 Reported Jul 24, 2024
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-24-00-012)
Components
Electrical system: Software; Latches/locks/linkages: Hood: Latch
Units affected
1,849,638 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Risk
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seat belts: Front: Warning light/devices

NHTSA 24V376000 Reported May 28, 2024
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-24-00-008)
Units affected
125,233 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 24V153000 Reported Feb 27, 2024
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-24-00-006)
Components
Electrical system: Software; Forward collision avoidance: Warnings: External/pedestrian alert
Units affected
6,557 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Risk
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Instrument cluster/panel

NHTSA 24V051000 Reported Jan 30, 2024
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-24-00-003)
Units affected
2,193,869 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk
Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Adas: Driver monitoring: Software

NHTSA 23V838000 Reported Dec 12, 2023
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-23-00-008)
Units affected
2,031,220 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Risk
In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Steering: Automated/adaptive steering

NHTSA 23V085000 Reported Feb 15, 2023
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-23-00-001)
Units affected
362,758 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.
Risk
FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Exterior lighting: Tail lights

NHTSA 22V844000 Reported Nov 15, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-00-016)
Units affected
321,628 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
Risk
A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Visibility: Power window devices and controls

NHTSA 22V702000 Reported Sep 19, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-00-013)
Units affected
1,096,762 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Risk
A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V235000 Reported Apr 12, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-00-003)
Components
Electrical system: Software; Forward collision avoidance: Warnings: External/pedestrian alert
Units affected
594,894 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Risk
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063. Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Forward collision avoidance: Warnings: External/pedestrian alert and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V063000 Reported Feb 4, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-00-003)
Components
Forward collision avoidance: Warnings: External/pedestrian alert; Electrical system: Software
Units affected
578,607 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Risk
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235. Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Electrical system: Software and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V050000 Reported Feb 2, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-18-002)
Components
Electrical system: Software; Visibility: Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: Air handler/chamber, ducts, and valves
Units affected
26,681 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Risk
Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seat belts: Front and 1 more component

NHTSA 22V045000 Reported Feb 1, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-00-002)
Components
Seat belts: Front; Electrical system: Software
Units affected
817,143 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Steering: Automated/adaptive steering

NHTSA 22V037000 Reported Jan 27, 2022
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-22-00-001)
Units affected
53,822 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Risk
Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension

NHTSA 21V912000 Reported Nov 21, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-21-31-004)
Units affected
826 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.
Risk
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-004.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Forward collision avoidance: Software and 3 more components

NHTSA 21V846000 Reported Oct 29, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-21-00-004)
Components
Forward collision avoidance: Software; Forward collision avoidance: Automatic emergency braking; Forward collision avoidance: Warnings; Forward collision avoidance: Sensing system: Camera
Units affected
11,728 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Risk
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension: Front and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V835000 Reported Oct 25, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-21-31-003)
Components
Suspension: Front; Suspension: Critical fasteners
Units affected
2,791 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Risk
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Service brakes, hydraulic: Critical fasteners and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V387000 Reported May 25, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-21-33-002)
Components
Service brakes, hydraulic: Critical fasteners; Service brakes, hydraulic: Foundation components: Disc: Caliper
Units affected
5,974 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
Risk
Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seat belts: Critical fasteners and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V388000 Reported May 25, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-21-20-002)
Components
Seat belts: Critical fasteners; Seat belts: Rear/other: Retractor
Units affected
2,166 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.
Risk
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-002.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Seat belts: Critical fasteners and 1 more component

NHTSA 21V389000 Reported May 25, 2021
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-21-20-001)
Components
Seat belts: Critical fasteners; Seat belts
Units affected
5,530 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.
Risk
An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Suspension: Front: Control arm

NHTSA 20V709000 Reported Nov 17, 2020
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-20-31-012)
Units affected
401 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles. The bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper control arm to detach from the steering knuckle.
Risk
A detached upper control arm can cause the wheels to lean in or out, decreasing the driver's ability to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-20-31-012.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Exterior lighting: Brake lights and 1 more component

NHTSA 20V609000 Reported Sep 30, 2020
Filed by
Tesla, Inc. (manufacturer recall no. SB-20-00-002)
Components
Exterior lighting: Brake lights; Exterior lighting
Units affected
2,567 (estimate)
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (OTA) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-20-00-002.

Full recall record on nhtsa.gov

Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.

2020 Tesla Model Y fuel economy by version

EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination; electric figures are in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent). Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.

2020 Tesla Model Y EPA fuel economy
VersionEngineTransmissionDriveFuelCity/Hwy/CombElectric rangeFuel cost/yrCO2 g/mi
Model Y Long Range AWDElectric (158 and 203 kW AC 3-Phase)Single-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity127/114/121 MPGe316 mi
27.9 kWh/100 mi
$6500
Model Y Performance AWDElectric (147 and 211 kW AC 3-Phase)Single-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity129/112/121 MPGe315 mi
28 kWh/100 mi
$6500
Model Y Performance AWD (21in Wheels)Electric (158 and 219 kW AC 3-Phase)Single-speedAll-Wheel DriveElectricity116/106/111 MPGe291 mi
30.4 kWh/100 mi
$7000

Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.

EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.

2020 Tesla Model Y crash-test ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.

2020 Tesla Model Y NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
Tested vehicleOverallFrontalSideRolloverRollover riskForward collision warning
2020 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD5 stars5 stars5 stars5 stars7.9%Standard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.

Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.

2020 Tesla Model Y owner complaints

Owners have filed 283 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Tesla Model Y, most recently on Oct 22, 2026. 48 mention a crash, 0 a fire, 26 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.

Most-cited components in 2020 Tesla Model Y complaints
Component named in complaintsMentions
Forward collision avoidance: Adaptive cruise control73
Unknown or other57
Forward collision avoidance: Automatic emergency braking46
Service brakes37
Vehicle speed control35
Suspension31
Electrical system26
Steering25
Forward collision avoidance: Warnings19
Air bags17

Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.

Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.

Other Tesla Model Y model years

Tesla Model Y by model year
YearCombinedRecallsComplaintsOverall rating
2027 Model Y114 MPGe015/5
2026 Model Y105–138 MPGe84245/5
2025 Model Y104–125 MPGe31095/5
2024 Model Y105–120 MPGe53325/5
2023 Model Y111–123 MPGe171,1915/5
2022 Model Y111–129 MPGe208745/5
2021 Model Y111–129 MPGe231,0935/5

All Tesla Model Y years compared · Decode a VIN

Other 2020 Tesla models

Sources

  • Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 28, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
  • Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
  • Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
  • Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
  • NHTSA, EPA and DOE do not endorse OpenVIN. Vehicle names identify vehicles only; OpenVIN is not affiliated with Tesla.