{"meta":{"dataset":"known-issues","title":"Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters — Tesla","level":"make","generated":"2026-09-20","source_freshness":"2026-09-20","source":"NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, grouped by failure theme by Wrench.Pro","source_url":"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls","license":"CC BY 4.0 (derived data); underlying NHTSA records are US public domain","license_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/license","citation":"Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Tesla [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues","schema_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues#schema","method_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/methodology#known-issues","fields":["year","make","make_slug","model","model_slug","cluster_id","label","component_code","complaint_count","date_range","source_complaint_count","reviewed_at","quote_1_odi","quote_1_text","quote_2_odi","quote_2_text","quote_3_odi","quote_3_text","vehicle_page","data_page"]},"rows":[{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-phantom-braking-autopilot","label":"Phantom braking and Autopilot/FSD behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11581449","quote_1_text":"I took delivery of this Tesla Model 3 last month and have been using it often for my commute. Tesla’s “Traffic Aware Cruise Control” is dangerous and has put my life at risk multiple times now when driving on the highway at night. It slams on the brakes as if it is about to…","quote_2_odi":"11602731","quote_2_text":"While driving on cruise control at highway speeds (75-80mph) on I-80 the car braked VERY hard and unexpectedly MANY times. There were no other cars around me, weather clear, road straight. No obstacles noticed to cause this reaction. If a car had been behind me I would have…","quote_3_odi":"11709397","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Information: 2020 Tesla Model 3 AWD (Leased) Full Self-Driving (FSD) enabled Summary of Safety Issue: While Full Self-Driving (FSD) was engaged, the vehicle failed to detect roadside infrastructure and collided with multiple fixed objects, including a route sign board, a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-front-suspension-control-arms","label":"Front control arm and lateral link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11629018","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT CONTROL ARM IS DAMAGED, INTERESTINGLY ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED. TESLA REPAIR TECH TELLS ME ITS SO COMMON THAT THEY DON'T CHARGE FOR THE REPAIR BUT DO CHARGE FOR THE PART. AS I SIT IN THE TESLA REPAIR CENTRE WAITING FOR IT TO BE FIXED, 3 OTHER…","quote_2_odi":"11711819","quote_2_text":"Vehicle made thunking noise when driving over uneven surfaces such as bumpy roads, speed bumps, or railroad tracks. Diagnosis at Tesla service center showed front upper control arms assemblies (left and right), lower lateral link, and front lower compliance link (left and right)…","quote_3_odi":"11610033","quote_3_text":"While driving I attempted a turn and heard many horribly loud clunking noises and was unable to steer car. I looked under the front of the car and saw the left front tire turned to the left (the right front tire was straight) and there was a piece on the ground which was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-passenger-restraint-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11592308","quote_1_text":"An alert stated: \"RCM_a056 Front passenger safety restraint system fault.\" Upon bringing car to Tesla service center, Tesla stated: \"Confirmed concern through vehicle logs. Found vehicle needing passenger ocs retrofit to resolve issue. Customer declined repair.\" They wanted over…","quote_2_odi":"11645041","quote_2_text":"The passenger-side seatbelt system in my Tesla Model 3 (bought Dec 2020) has been malfunctioning repeatedly. The vehicle displays a \"Front passenger safety restraint system fault” warning, even when no one is on the passenger side. This issue has persisted despite multiple…","quote_3_odi":"11610869","quote_3_text":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor malfunction which sometimes turns off passenger airbag even though adult passenger is sitting in the seat. Possible no airbag deployment upon crash. Car was brought into service center and sensor was replaced but same issue popped up again 2 yrs…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-steering-rack-power-steering","label":"Steering rack and power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11608107","quote_1_text":"Received several \"Steering Assist Reduced\" alerts when stopped in traffic last week, followed immediately by the failure of the power steering after each alert. Power steering resumed after a soft restart. Tried to make appointment at Tesla Service Center last Friday to get this…","quote_2_odi":"11680195","quote_2_text":"Subject: Urgent Complaint Regarding Power Steering Failure in 2019 Tesla Model 3 Hello NHTSA, I am writing to file a complaint regarding a very dangerous situation I recently experienced with my 2019 Tesla Model 3. While driving on the freeway at approximately 65 mph, the power…","quote_3_odi":"11626866","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel seized, and the front passenger's side of the vehicle lowered to the ground and made an abnormal grinding sound, before coming to a stop. The contact stated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11674516","quote_1_text":"Experienced sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) while parking the car. Was pulling into a parking spot at a very slow speed, approx 5 mph and the car accelerated to an extremely high speed on its own without any input from me. Tried to brake to stop the car but the car did not…","quote_2_odi":"11560002","quote_2_text":"We had Model 3 with instance of unintended acceleration at the gate of a parking lot. This car was bought in May 2020. On December 6, 2020, she was on the way out of the parking gate and suddenly the car accelerated, hitting the side wall of the gate. The car flew over a two-way…","quote_3_odi":"11634598","quote_3_text":"In a private parking lot, within line of sight and ample time to respond to problem I used Tesla Smart Summon. Instead of taking an obvious route through the parking lot, it narrowly hit a parked car, then proceeded to drive over a parking barrier and into a wooded field towards…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-12v-power-door-egress","label":"12V power loss and door egress","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11708507","quote_1_text":"After loading our two children ages 2 and 5 in to vehicle and securing in car seats, the car doors were closed and would not reopen. The children were unable to open the doors themselves. The trunk and other entries did not open. There was no obvious way to open the doors or the…","quote_2_odi":"11678986","quote_2_text":"Essentially, I find the lack of emergency, unpowered door release for the back doors a little concerning. There is no way to open the door in the event that all power to the door latch fails. Even in newer models (at least of 3/Y/Cybertruck, that i know of) the emergency release…","quote_3_odi":"11634058","quote_3_text":"Tesla Model 3 vehicles, including mine, manufactured before the 2024 \"highland\" vehicle refresh, do not have a mechanical latch mechanism for opening the rear doors, in the event vehicle power is lost.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-hv-battery-charging-failure","label":"High-voltage battery charging failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741063","quote_1_text":"BMS_a079 error. Battery is no longer able to charge. High voltage battery will need to be replaced. Basically rendering the vehicle useless unless the battery is replaced.","quote_2_odi":"11711847","quote_2_text":"The high-voltage traction battery pack has failed twice on my 2021 Tesla Model 3, both times while the vehicle was under the original battery warranty. The failures occurred on: • 08/30/2022 at approximately 15,100 miles • 11/08/2025 at approximately 57,222 miles The exact…","quote_3_odi":"11657017","quote_3_text":"my 21 M3P 27K miles threw BMS_a079 I've never used a supercharger and rarely charge over 80% mostly charging at work on lvl 2 & occasionally at home on lvl 1 vehicle will no longer charge I've tried 2 Button reset and HV disconnect no help. 27k miles seems unreasonable for a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking on cruise control and Autopilot","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737015","quote_1_text":"When using cruise control, there has been 4 times that the car has engaged in “phantom braking”. We were driving on highways going the posted speed limit of 70 mph, when the car suddenly slammed on the brakes and decelerated to less than 30 mph – all four times we were…","quote_2_odi":"11671878","quote_2_text":"While using traffic aware cruise control or autosteer, the car occasionally detects a nonexistent person in the center of the lane I’m driving in, the proceeds to slam on the brakes when no hazard exists. It seems that tire markings in the road and certain lighting conditions…","quote_3_odi":"11628144","quote_3_text":"vehicle constantly phantom brakes while driving. i have reported 100+ incidents thru my tesla \"report bug\" feature. It will read the speed limit sign on the off ramp and slow the vehicle down 20mps abruptly, it will see a car on an onramp and slam the brakes on thinking there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-rear-door-no-manual-release","label":"No manual release for rear doors","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11699856","quote_1_text":"I am the owner of a 2021 Tesla Model 3 and am filing this complaint due to a significant safety concern: my vehicle does not have manual or mechanical releases for the rear doors; only electronic mechanisms are present. In the event of a total power failure, accident, fire, or…","quote_2_odi":"11706553","quote_2_text":"There is no manual door release for the rear doors. Thus rear passengers are at risk should the electrical system fail in a crash. Tesla should be required to provide a modification that allows rear passengers to manually open the rear doors.","quote_3_odi":"11627119","quote_3_text":"The rear doors in this vehicle have no manual open option in case of a power outage such as a fire or submersion. This is a huge safety risk for back seat passengers, who are more likely than average to be children who could not figure out what to do in the case of an emergency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-seat-belt-restraint-sensor","label":"Seat belt and occupant restraint sensor faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738583","quote_1_text":"The driver-side seat belt buckle/receptacle failed during normal use. There was no collision, impact, or misuse involved. While using the seat belt as intended, the buckle assembly separated/broke unexpectedly, causing the seat belt to no longer function properly. This appears…","quote_2_odi":"11723723","quote_2_text":"- The rear middle seatbelt became locked and will not unwind or extend. The seatbelt remained stuck in the retracted position, making it unusable. The vehicle and seatbelt assembly are available for inspection upon request. However, Tesla has already fixed the issue, but I feel…","quote_3_odi":"11668094","quote_3_text":"RCM2_a636 Front passenger safety restraint system fault Service is required Passenger airbag turns OFF when a passenger is sitting in it. Error is intermittent and while occasionally turn off and on. Seems like a lawsuit waiting to happen should someone get in a car accident.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-mcu-computer-failure-ota","label":"Computer failure after software update","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703590","quote_1_text":"Central computer (motherboard), cameras (front/rear/side), autopilot/auto steer system. Error code: APS_w132. Description of Problem: On or around [XXX], Tesla pushed a mandatory over-the-air software update to my vehicle. Immediately after, multiple safety-critical systems…","quote_2_odi":"11737610","quote_2_text":"Component/System Failure: Total failure of the Autopilot ECU (DAS Computer) and the Front-End Module (FEM) wiring harness. Incident Description: My 2021 Tesla Model 3 (37,000 miles) experienced a catastrophic and \"silent\" failure of the entire vehicle vision suite and all…","quote_3_odi":"11653607","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Info: Make: Tesla Model: Model 3 Year: 2021 Incident Date: April 7, 2025 Mileage: 49,000 miles Component: Electrical System / Software / Powertrain While driving on a public road, my Tesla Model 3 experienced a total system lag and shut down unexpectedly. The screen and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11663381","quote_1_text":"Attempting to park. Slowly inching forward while turning left. Vehicle accelerated. (Sudden Unintended Acceleration: SUA) Vehicle jumped a curb, bounced off a tree, dropped off the curb before comping to a stop. Internet search shows other similar reports; attributed, by Tesla,…","quote_2_odi":"11655429","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while his wife was driving at approximately 29 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated and the front of the vehicle crashed into a tree, where it came to a stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The front driver's…","quote_3_odi":"11621879","quote_3_text":"My Tesla was operating in Full-Self-Driving Beta when it experienced a sudden uncontrolled accelration event. I was driving on [XXX] at approximatley [XXX] this morning. The road speed limit was 40 mph. The car display was correctly showing that the road speed limit was 40mph.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-fsd-autosteer-lane-departure","label":"Full Self-Driving and Autosteer lane departure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11699513","quote_1_text":"Tesla full self driving software malfunctioned and turned into oncoming traffic lanes instead of crossing over to the correct opposite side of the roadway. This occurred after getting off a on ramp in Ukiah, California around 2am Nov 15, 2025. This could have put others in…","quote_2_odi":"11681396","quote_2_text":"Component/System involved: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems — FSD (Supervised)/Autosteer (Lane Keeping Assistance) and Adaptive Cruise Control. Possible failure to warn/stop (FCW/AEB). Vehicle and data are available for inspection upon request. I preserved dashcam files and…","quote_3_odi":"11620683","quote_3_text":"1. Autosteer/Lane assist failure, yes its available for inspection upon request with Tesla 2. Due to above failure met with a crash which led to severe medical issues 3. The car has been totalled and the car is not functional, waiting on Tesla to inspect and confirm 4. Police…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-regenerative-braking-loss","label":"Regenerative and service brake loss of control","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677290","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - ABS, Automatic Emergency Braking, Traction Control, Stability Control failed while braking using the regenerative braking. How was your safety or the safety of others put at…","quote_2_odi":"11676548","quote_2_text":"On [Wednesday, 07/09/2025], I was driving my Tesla Model 3 in rainy conditions when the vehicle suddenly swerved and crashed into a sidewall. The road was wet but not flooded, and I was traveling at a moderate speed. As I lifted my foot off the accelerator to slow down, the…","quote_3_odi":"11665526","quote_3_text":"On [XXX] at approximately [XXX] on [XXX] in Oakland, CA, I was intending to park the car on the street at the curb. As I started to pull to the side of the road to park, the brake suddenly fully engaged, bringing the car to an immediate complete stop. My foot was not on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-front-suspension-link-failure","label":"Front suspension lateral link, control arm, and bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718296","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced front suspension lateral link failure. The links separated from the sub-frame due to improperly secured fasteners. This is the exact defect described in existing recall SB-21-31-003 / NHTSA Campaign 21V835000. The existing recall states 'front suspension…","quote_2_odi":"11698390","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Model Y at 49,865 miles had a safety-critical failure of the \"front lower compliance and lateral links.\" The Tesla technician confirmed it was a \"safety issue.\"","quote_3_odi":"11689573","quote_3_text":"Front suspension upper control arm makes loud creaking/squeaking noises when turning at low speeds. This is a known and widespread issue affecting Tesla Model Y and Model 3 vehicles, caused by premature ball joint wear. This poses a safety risk, as the upper control arm is a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-steering-assist-loss","label":"Reduced or lost steering assist and steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11669709","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Tesla Model Y experienced a sudden loss of steering assist, resulting in an extremely heavy steering and loss of steering ability, at highway speed. I needed extreme efforts to push the steering wheel to go off highway to avoid accident. This happened on 6/14/2025…","quote_2_odi":"11659635","quote_2_text":"Steering assistance reduced alert is showing up on vehicle. It is difficult to drive the car. The car has less than 33,000 miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"11616057","quote_3_text":"At 59k miles the steering rack failed, warranty expired at 50k miles. This was a $3,000 repair. A number of fellow Tesla owners have encountered this same failure.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-12v-battery-door-lockout","label":"12V battery failure with inoperable doors and occupants trapped","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11689915","quote_1_text":"On August 20th, 2025 at 2:50pm, my eight-month-old infant was trapped inside my Tesla Model Y for approximately 30 minutes due to a critical systems failure. The vehicle experienced an error with the 12V battery that rendered the doors, windows, and trunk completely…","quote_2_odi":"11687538","quote_2_text":"[XXX] , my [XXX] son, was strapped in his car seat, wide-eyed and confused, as we sat trapped in our Tesla for thirty agonizing minutes. The battery had died without warning, leaving us locked inside our own garage. No power, no way to open the doors. I tried to keep [XXX]…","quote_3_odi":"11596922","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated after placing the children in the vehicle, he was unable to enter the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle lost electric power while attempting to open the door with the key fob and with the phone App however,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-hv-battery-charging-failure","label":"High-voltage battery charging failure with BMS fault code","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11711113","quote_1_text":"After charging the vehicle threw error code “BMS_a079 Unable to charge - Maximum charge level reached Reduced maximum charge level - Schedule service”. The car would no longer charge and had to be taken in for service. Tesla advised the High Voltage battery needed to be…","quote_2_odi":"11704000","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding a high-voltage battery defect in my 2021 Tesla Model Y. The vehicle has been diagnosed by Tesla Service, and both the technician and service advisor confirmed that the high-voltage battery has an internal short. This is a critical failure…","quote_3_odi":"11708424","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact observed the code BMSA079 on the computer, and messages \"Vehicle Unable to Charge to Maximum Charge Level\" and “Maximum Charge Level Reached - Reduced Maximum Charge…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-seat-belt-latch-restraint-fault","label":"Seat belt latch failure and passenger restraint system fault","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11697124","quote_1_text":"Both rear seat belt buckles (driver-side rear and center) fail to latch securely. The metal tongue inserts fully into the buckle but does not lock with an audible click and releases immediately upon light tension. This prevents the seat belts from restraining passengers in a…","quote_2_odi":"11624337","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger seatbelt stopped latching","quote_3_odi":"11596002","quote_3_text":"Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault​ There have been hundreds of people if not thousands who are reporting this common issue on various forms online and its a very common issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-camera-computer-blackout","label":"Camera and driver-assist computer failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11675542","quote_1_text":"All cameras went blank on vehicle 4 year and 7 months old. All driver assistance systems became suddenly disabled. Tesla service diagnosis established that computer needs to be replaced for a cost of $2,000.","quote_2_odi":"11658669","quote_2_text":"- Computer appears to stop working in colder temperatures (or random). - ALL cameras, including rear view camera (needed for backing up) and side cameras stop working. Error message shown on touch screen saying cameras are not available. - All road sensing information…","quote_3_odi":"11720961","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's Autopilot/Full Self-Driving (HW3) computer has failed at approximately 70,000 miles. Tesla Service has diagnosed the vehicle as requiring replacement of the HW3 computer. As a result of this failure, multiple safety related systems are inoperative, including…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking under cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11624433","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to report yet another dangerous incident of phantom braking in my Tesla vehicle. As a Tesla owner who has previously filed multiple complaints about this issue, I am deeply concerned and frustrated by the lack of resolution to this…","quote_2_odi":"11607914","quote_2_text":"Driving [XXX] enroute to Houston from Peoria, AZ, on cruise control, the auto braking activated aka ghost braking, causing the car to extremely brake. No other cars or trucks near us and no signs in area that might affect cruise control. I thought this was fixed! Totally…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-fsd-autopilot-behavior","label":"Full Self-Driving and Autopilot driving behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11687653","quote_1_text":"Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system has repeatedly demonstrated unsafe behavior in my 2021 Model Y (VIN [XXX] , ~60,184 miles). The issues involve Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assistance, and Forward Collision Warning. FSD frequently follows vehicles too closely,…","quote_2_odi":"11740671","quote_2_text":"While my vehicle was operating under FSD, it ran a red light at the above intersection, resulting in an accident.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-front-restraint-ocs-fault","label":"Front seat safety restraint system fault (RCM_a021/a056)","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11688206","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Tesla Model 3 began showing a \"front passenger safety restraint fault\" alert within the last week or so. I scheduled service and then received an estimate of almost $1000. When I corresponded with Tesla through their app, they told me the diagnostic code is…","quote_2_odi":"11608623","quote_2_text":"I randomly received an alert indicating “Front passenger safety restraint system fault” on my Tesla’s display. When I look this up, it indicates that the airbag may not deploy correctly in the event of an accident due to a seat sensor malfunction. When I contacted the service…","quote_3_odi":"11597112","quote_3_text":"Started receiving Error RCM_a056 Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault. The vehicle shows that the passenger airbags are DISABLED after the alert is issued. I am working under the assumption that all passenger airbags (front, side, overhead) are currently disabled at all…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-lateral-link-separation","label":"Front lateral link / control arm separation from subframe","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11720800","quote_1_text":"The front lower lateral link (rearward lower control arm) fastener/bolt completely backed out and fell off the vehicle while in motion, causing the lateral link to separate entirely from the subframe. This is the exact mechanical failure described in Tesla Recall Campaign…","quote_2_odi":"11732882","quote_2_text":"The front lateral links, compliance links, and stabilizer bar link on my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range failed and required replacement in January 2026. Prior to failure, abnormal creaking and clunking noise from the front suspension began appearing weeks before the repair — no…","quote_3_odi":"11624726","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while making a right turn, there was a loud bang, and the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated that the bolt left lateral link on the suspension was hanging with the bolt detached and the second bolt missing…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected braking with cruise control or Autopilot","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11728570","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding a recurring safety issue with my 2018 Tesla Model 3 involving unintended “phantom braking.” On multiple occasions, my vehicle has abruptly decelerated without any apparent obstacle or…","quote_2_odi":"11613360","quote_2_text":"On 9/6/2024 I was driving on I-10 E going about 70 mph in the left lane. I had engaged the cruise control but not the Autopilot because I’ve had dangerous experiences with the Autopilot phantom breaking and misinterpreting cracks in the road as lane markers and dangerously…","quote_3_odi":"11644009","quote_3_text":"Car performed automatic emergency braking on driver's resumption of forward travel from a full stop when traffic light went from red to green. No oncoming vehicles or obstacles were present. Weather was clear and sunny and road was dry.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-fsd-steering-collision","label":"FSD/Autopilot lane and intersection navigation errors","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11734072","quote_1_text":"When using FSD in \"chill\" mode the car attempted to cross over into oncoming lane on a two lane highway. There were no oncoming cars and I overrode the car almost immediately. The car has not been inspected by anybody. No warning light, messages or other symptoms. I have a video…","quote_2_odi":"11718114","quote_2_text":"There is no checkbox for Full Self Driving (Supervised): 3 times in the last 4 weeks, my Tesla has become impatient at long red lights and lurches out into the intersection. I am very concerned because one of those times (first time) it did not creep forward, but just took off…","quote_3_odi":"11646940","quote_3_text":"October 12, 2024. I was using the Tesla on autopilot. I was in the far right lane and the freeway was curving to the left. The car was following in the lanes, but then all of a sudden it stopped following the freeway and drove into the right guardrail. There were no alerts by…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-pcs-charging-failure","label":"Power Conversion System failure limiting AC charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11656795","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Model 3 recently started experiencing issues during AC charging where I’m only able to use 16A out of the 48A available from my Tesla mobile connector charger at home. The specific error warning and error I’m seeing says “PCS_a019 Power grid or vehicle issue limiting AC…","quote_2_odi":"11655709","quote_2_text":"Power Conversion System (PCS) failed Doesn’t allow car to charge. Car has only 33k Miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"11652488","quote_3_text":"1. The Power Conversion System (PCS), still in the vehicle and not available for inspection 2. 2 of the 3 controllers have failed, resulting in limited AC charging (16A out of 48A max). The PCS helps regulate AC and DC electricity and connects the 12V batter to the HV battery…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Corroded brake lines near battery pack","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11706805","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is 7 years old with 107,000 miles. I received a warning regarding low brake fluid with instructions not to drive the vehicle. Dealer is advising all brake lines are rusted out and need replacement. Rusted lines are apparently causing the brake fluid to leak. I've never…","quote_2_odi":"11727777","quote_2_text":"My hard brake lines were corroded and had to be replaced on a 7 year old model 3 with 70k miles on it. The cost was over $4000 as battery has to come out and it's very labor intensive. Tesla offered no help with paying for this. They tried to say the car probably was in a very…","quote_3_odi":"11683439","quote_3_text":"All 4 Brake lines (tubes) from either from ABS or Brake booster pump are corroded and pierced. All brake fluid leaked front center of the vehicle and lost all brake. Brake lines or tubes are looks good from under the front and back tires. It looks like a quality of the brake…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-door-handle-chrome","label":"Door handle chrome trim peeling to sharp edge","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11740487","quote_1_text":"The door handles have a defect. The chrome peels off unexpectedly, outside of normal wear and tear, and may cause a deep cut to a person’s finger. It cut my son’s finger, causing bleeding. After researching, I found online that that this has happened to many other people.","quote_2_odi":"11727386","quote_2_text":"The chrome trim on exterior door handle on driver side failed, peeling back to create a sharp, blade-like edge. When i tried opening the door, it sliced my finger causing bleeding and a trip to urgent care. Aparently many other consumers are facing the same problem. [XXX]…","quote_3_odi":"11703600","quote_3_text":"Hello, I have a Tesla model 3 that I bought back in 2018 . On [XXX] when I sliced my finger while opening the door, because the chrome coating on the door handle started peeling. The cut was very deep ( see attached pictures). I contacted Tesla for resolution and they said that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-center-screen-failure","label":"Center display / MCU goes blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11694004","quote_1_text":"The center display (Vehicle Pad) on my 2018 Tesla Model 3 went completely blank while driving. This eliminated access to all vital driving information including the speedometer, gear selection, and safety indicators. Safety Concern: Without visible speed data and wipers the…","quote_2_odi":"11631183","quote_2_text":"I’m not exactly sure what’s wrong, the screen keeps failing on my car. It’s been taken to Tesla to service this issue 4 times. With the most expensive repair costing $2,200. Its poses a safety hazard because when the screen fails. You can’t see anything, speed, gear. You can’t…","quote_3_odi":"11614871","quote_3_text":"The MCU in my 2018 Tesla Model 3 failed after a software update, rendering several key safety features inoperable, including the car’s cameras and Autopilot functions. The vehicle currently has 16,600 miles and had previously received an MCU replacement in 2022. This most recent…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-front-control-arm-bolt-detachment","label":"Front lower control arm / lateral link bolt detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11738872","quote_1_text":"Bolt fell out of the lateral control arm on the front left wheel. Car was inoperable.","quote_2_odi":"11711298","quote_2_text":"While driving my Tesla, the front suspension abruptly failed. Two bolts from a critical suspension/control arm component fell out while the car was in normal motion. There was no impact, no debris, no road hazard, and no prior service that would explain missing bolts. The…","quote_3_odi":"11691675","quote_3_text":"The bolt that holds the front lateral link portion the the lower control arm to the subframe fell out while driving. I lost the ability to steer the car and had to stop immediately and have the car towed. In searching the internet this is a know issue by Tesla but has not been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-fsd-autopilot-malfunction","label":"FSD / Autopilot steering and camera malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11737635","quote_1_text":"Nature of Defect: While operating Full Self-Driving (FSD) at highway speeds, my vehicle exhibits involuntary lateral swerving — sudden, uncontrolled movement to the left and right without driver input. This behavior occurs repeatedly and unpredictably, posing a direct safety…","quote_2_odi":"11685474","quote_2_text":"This is a complaint regarding intermittent camera blindness, driver assistance failure, and dismissed diagnostics on a 2023 Tesla Model Y. These issues have impacted critical safety systems including: •Pillar and rear-view cameras •Autopilot and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control…","quote_3_odi":"11687384","quote_3_text":"This started at about 65000 miles in my 2023 Model Y. The rear camera first lost picture and I received a warning that it may be intermittent. It has progressed now to the point that autopilot, navigation, all cameras, cruise control, auto headlight, and auto wipers are all…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-unexpected-braking","label":"Unexpected braking on highway with no obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11721604","quote_1_text":"I am reporting two severe 'phantom braking' incidents involving my Tesla vehicle while driving without autopilot. In both instances, the vehicle initiated hard emergency braking on a high-speed roadway with no obstacles, pedestrians, or vehicles in my path. This sudden…","quote_2_odi":"11718163","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a phantom breaking problem. It does that 3 times daily on the same route in the same place. This is a big safety flag. It has the same problem on the Autopilot & normal cruise control.","quote_3_odi":"11684364","quote_3_text":"When using the adaptive cruise control or “autopilot” feature on my Model Y, the vehicle will brake extremely hard without warning. This sudden, unnecessary braking is commonly referred to as phantom braking. The failure is available for inspection upon request. This malfunction…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-power-loss-shutdown","label":"Loss of propulsion and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11735482","quote_1_text":"While driving on I-95 North in the fast lane at highway speed, my 2023 Tesla Model Y experienced a sudden loss of propulsion and displayed a warning indicating the vehicle was shutting down. The vehicle rapidly decelerated and would not respond to acceleration or drive…","quote_2_odi":"11672510","quote_2_text":"The car computer (HW3) in my 2023 Tesla Model Y failed without warning while I was traveling from Maryland to New Jersey. When I attempted to drive the car, the main screen was completely black and unresponsive, meaning I could not see or control any essential functions—no speed…","quote_3_odi":"11681578","quote_3_text":"The vehicle went into Turtle mode and there was a warning sign that power was reduced. The car eventually stopped moving on the highway seconds later. The warning time was minimal and I was on a two lane highway when the car stopped in one of the lanes during rush hour. This is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11730981","quote_1_text":"Parked into driveway. Placed car into park. In doing so, car suddenly rapidly accelerated into reverse until I slammed on the breaks. My son was behind the car grabbing something out of the trunk at the time. I could have ran him over if I wasn’t there to slam on the breaks…","quote_2_odi":"11733914","quote_2_text":"### Summary: Sudden Unintended Acceleration (SUA) from a stationary position. ### Vehicle Configuration: 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. Battery Type: NMC. ### Incident Details: On April 19, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the vehicle was stationary on a flat surface at…","quote_3_odi":"11697204","quote_3_text":"Pulled into hospital parking garage. Stopped to pull parking ticket. When the parking gate was raised, Tesla immediately took off at very high uncontrolled speed. Basically a runaway vehicle. There was no accerlation on my part. Brakes did not work. Hit parked car in the garage…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle and retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11681135","quote_1_text":"2nd Seat belt does not latch and cannot be secured. This poses a serious safety risk while driving.","quote_2_odi":"11725059","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver's side seat belt retractor unit detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…","quote_3_odi":"11699004","quote_3_text":"Subject / Issue: Driver Seat Belt Failure – Safety Restraint System Defect VIN: [XXX] Vehicle: Tesla Model Y 2023 Complaint Description: On November 11, 2025, at approximately 10:00 PM, while driving near my home, the driver seat belt cable snapped, leaving only the shoulder…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-suspension-control-arm-bolt","label":"Front lower control arm bolt detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11742195","quote_1_text":"Bolts for front lower lateral links in suspension backed themselves out over time, eventually causing the suspension to suffer a total collapse and trigger a complete loss of steering authority.","quote_2_odi":"11705222","quote_2_text":"While slowly backing out of a parking space at a Whole Foods in San Jose, CA, the driver's-side front wheel suddenly collapsed without warning. The front tire completely locked up, preventing further movement. Upon inspection, I found two bolts lying on the ground and the lower…","quote_3_odi":"11629554","quote_3_text":"Driver side control arm while driving separated. I heard a loud thump and then the front driver side portion of the vehicle drop down. After further investigation, I have seen numerous vehicles have this exact same issue on multiple forums.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-seat-belt-buckle-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to latch","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11704291","quote_1_text":"The seat belt buckle not latching and keep popped out while driving","quote_2_odi":"11627240","quote_2_text":"Seat belt latch system failed on rear middle seat during multiple trips in the car. Could buckle the seat when we left the house but after unbuckling at first destination could no longer latch the buckle. Looked on Google and this is a known issue with Tesla Model Y cars.","quote_3_odi":"11636964","quote_3_text":"Rear seatbelt buckle won’t latch","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-door-handle-electrical-lockout","label":"Door will not open due to electrical or latch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11726708","quote_1_text":"Tesla Model Y Performance with 47,000 miles. Driver's side, rear passanger door would not open. No accident or damage to the car or car door. Door could not be opened from the inside nor the outside with the handle. ISSUE: The Emergency Door release in the pocket of the door…","quote_2_odi":"11687532","quote_2_text":"I saw that the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the Tesla Model Y (2021 and over) due to the electronic door handles becoming inoperative. I am happy and relieved to see this is being looked into since this recently happened to my vehicle a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-phantom-braking-fca","label":"Unexpected hard braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11710067","quote_1_text":"While using cruise control at highway speed, the car suddenly slams on the breaks causing major panic. Oversteering onto incoming traffic and cars following are affected slamming on their breaks to avoid contact. Have contacted Tesla Service Center multiple times addressing the…","quote_2_odi":"11648794","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking event on highway. Going about 65 miles an hour. It slammed on the brakes. Car is on latest software. I have the video clip whet it shows me trying to get the car under control.","quote_3_odi":"11627654","quote_3_text":"The vehicle suddenly starts to slow and slams on the brakes without warning when there is no danger.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11719082","quote_1_text":"On January 9th my wife got into an accident in our 2022 Tesla Model Y vehicle. She reported that as she was backing out of a prking spot in a strip mall, the vrhicle suddenly accelerated backward involuntarely which resulted in colliding with a vehicle which was approaching from…","quote_2_odi":"11647142","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was stopped at a red light. On its own it began driving- accelerating forward from a complete stop - ramming the car in front - then into an active intersection. Thankfully the steering was responsive but not the brake until a few seconds after incident began.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-smart-summon-collision","label":"Smart Summon collision with parked objects","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11642556","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that his wife had used the Tesla Summon function in the mobile app to electronically summon the vehicle while she was entering the residential parking lot. The contact stated that while the vehicle was driving towards his…","quote_2_odi":"11634571","quote_2_text":"The issue I encountered was with Tesla's Smart Summon Feature. While using the feature, the car crossed the parking line and crashed directly into a car parked beside it. Happening so quickly I could not react in time. All of the cameras and sensors were in working order and it…","quote_3_odi":"11579954","quote_3_text":"I was using the Summon feature and the vehicle scraped another car. The safety features that keep the vehicle from hitting an object did not work.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-passenger-restraint-system-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault alert","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11605850","quote_1_text":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault service is required error. this just appeared on my screen when my wife sat in the passenger seat.","quote_2_odi":"11664408","quote_2_text":"Every few months, my car receives a warning stating \"Front passenger safety restraint system fault\". This error noted that there are issues related to checking the front passenger seatbelt/airbag status, and that they may not work as expected. Tesla has tried to repair this 4…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-frunk-latch-windshield-strike","label":"Frunk hood latch failure striking windshield","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11728762","quote_1_text":"Incident Summary: On April 1, 2026, while operating a 2025 Tesla Model Y at highway speeds (approx. 65-70 MPH), the front hood (frunk) spontaneously unlatched, flipped upward, and struck the windshield.","quote_2_odi":"11717446","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information 2025 Tesla Model Y Approx. 30,000 miles Purchased new ~11 months ago Incident Description While driving at highway speed, the front trunk (frunk/hood) of my 2025 Tesla Model Y unexpectedly opened.","quote_3_odi":"11707389","quote_3_text":"Date: December 28, 2025 Time: Approximately 3:25 PM Vehicle: 2026 Tesla Model Y Incident Location: Southbound on the I-35N feeder road, just north of Highway 114.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-fsd-disengage-popup-distraction","label":"FSD disengagement popup screen distraction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743977","quote_1_text":"Component/Issue Description: Following a recent over-the-air (OTA) software update to the vehicle's Full Self-Driving system, a dangerous user interface defect was introduced. Immediately upon an FSD disengagement—the critical transition window where the operator must resume…","quote_2_odi":"11741069","quote_2_text":"The persistent intervention-reason prompt (the black box that appears immediately after disengaging FSD and stays until answered) creates a safety-critical distraction exactly when the driver must regain full attention and control.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-ap4-computer-failure","label":"AP4 computer failure disabling safety systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-12 to 2026-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11634287","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Information: • Make: Tesla • Model: Model Y • Year: 2025 Description of the Problem: After a software update pushed by Tesla, the AP4 computer in my 2024 Tesla Model Y shorted out, causing a complete failure of all systems controlled by this computer. The following…","quote_2_odi":"11629769","quote_2_text":"The Automatic Pilot Computer (AP4) failed. This controls a lot of Tesla Model Y's auto pilot features but it also controls a lot of its safety features such as the back up camera, forward collision warning and blind spot warning. Another safety concerns is the GPS navigation is…","quote_3_odi":"11631671","quote_3_text":"The automatic pilot computer (AP4) failed on my 2025 Tesla Model Y after approximately 400 miles. This controls a lot of the vehicle's auto pilot features but it also controls a lot of its safety features, such as the back-up camera, forward collision warning and blind spot…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-fsd-steering-into-collision","label":"FSD/Autopilot unexpected disengagement and navigation errors","component_code":"STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-12 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741715","quote_1_text":"am reporting a serious safety concern involving a 2025 Tesla Model Y, VIN [XXX] . On [XXX], the vehicle was being driven on [XXX] in Columbus, Ohio while the driver was traveling to Columbus Preparatory Academy. During the trip, the steering reportedly stopped responding…","quote_2_odi":"11736264","quote_2_text":"Using Tesla FSD (full self-driving supervised) I drove home, approximately 120 miles, from a family visit. From previous experience with Tesla FSD, I knew that the navigation system would navigate into the incorrect of 2 driveways (left, instead of the correct driveway, right)…","quote_3_odi":"11718949","quote_3_text":"On January 28, 2026, the vehicle (a Tesla Model Y) was operating with the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system actively engaged in normal highway traffic conditions. Without any prior warning messages, chimes, or system alerts, the FSD system abruptly disengaged approximately 1 second…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-01 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11729393","quote_1_text":"Car was in FSD mode, backing out of a parking place very slowly when it accelerated and crashed into a post and wall. No other cars or people were involved, but no alarms, beeps, or warnings were sounded and the screen/monitor/camera systems went blank simultaneously.","quote_2_odi":"11705090","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a school zone area, and while engaging the brake pedal, the vehicle unexpectedly lunged forward with no warning light illuminated.","quote_3_odi":"11717443","quote_3_text":"On February 11, 2026, the 2025 Tesla Model Y \"Vision AutoPark\" system initiated an uncommanded high-speed reverse acceleration into a stationary yellow concrete bollard in a parking lot.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-airbag-seatbelt-non-deployment","label":"Airbag or seat belt non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 to 2026-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11711221","quote_1_text":"Passenger side airbag did not deploy. Emergency auto brake did not seem to work. The passenger side of the vehicle was struck by other car at high speed and sustained significant damage","quote_2_odi":"11692302","quote_2_text":"We were T-boned in a serious accident that totaled the car, but none of the airbags deployed and the seat belts did not lock.","quote_3_odi":"11645911","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a tree impacting the front of the vehicle, but the air bags did not deploy.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-horn-muted-rain-snow","label":"Horn muted by rain or snow buildup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 to 2025-10","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11695159","quote_1_text":"The horn becomes MUTED during rain. Major safety defect. Tesla service center checked and replied 'it works normal when water driesd out'. This is a major safety problem.","quote_2_odi":"11635990","quote_2_text":"The horn becomes very quite when snow builds up in front of the car. I drove my car on a snowy day, and the weather was freezing for a week. Until the ice melted, the horn didn't work.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-phantom-braking-cruise-fsd","label":"Phantom braking during cruise control or FSD","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 to 2025-12","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11692470","quote_1_text":"My model Y tesla deployed the emergency brake system while I was driving the vehicle. There wasn’t any vehicle or anything in the way for my tesla to do the emergency brake.","quote_2_odi":"11673834","quote_2_text":"It is impossible to disable automatic emergency, breaking system permanently. The vehicle brakes strongly and abruptly causing the cars behind to slam on their brakes and potentially cause accidents.","quote_3_odi":"11627913","quote_3_text":"We were Driving East on I-40 at mile marker 245 Friday Nov 29 2024 around 8:50am in the right lane. We were passed by a gray Ford F-150 on the left. We had the \"Traffic Aware Cruise Control\" enabled. Our Tesla braked hard when the F-150 was directly beside us.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-yoke-horn-controls","label":"Horn and turn-signal controls inaccessible on yoke wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11610870","quote_1_text":"The yoke steering is not intuitive and makes it really hard to instinctively press the horn or use the directionals, without taking your eyes off the road","quote_2_odi":"11583611","quote_2_text":"This vehicle does not have a fully functional horn. To activate the horn, you must press a tiny area located in the upper right part of the yoke. The area to activate the horn is less than 1-inch wide","quote_3_odi":"11463702","quote_3_text":"The horn button is not in the standard place in the center of the steering wheel. Rather, it is a small 1/2” button that must be found and depressed with the tip of the thumb to sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-tire-sidewall-wear","label":"Inner sidewall tire wear and tread separation on rear tires","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11488756","quote_1_text":"The OEM Michelin rear tire used on the 2021 and 2022+ Tesla Model S has a serious safety defect which results in extreme wear/tread separation at the inner sidewall/tread junction","quote_2_odi":"11694520","quote_2_text":"Since purchase, I have experienced nine tire-related failures, including four separate blowouts at highway speed, leaving the vehicle disabled on major roads multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11710217","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a recurring and deceptive safety defect involving extreme inner-edge tire wear on my Tesla Model S","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-seatbelt-latch-failure","label":"Seatbelt latch and warning system malfunctions","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11654287","quote_1_text":"The rear seatbelt on the left stopped latching all of a sudden creating a safety issue to ride with family","quote_2_odi":"11543842","quote_2_text":"The drivers seatbelt unlatches by itself, without pressing the release button","quote_3_odi":"11456312","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while pulling out of the garage without the seat belt securely fastened, the audible seat belt reminder failed to engage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-door-latch-failure","label":"Doors and latches releasing or opening unexpectedly","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11666652","quote_1_text":"Driver door does not unlock after a trip, with passengers inside the vehicle. Driver is unable to exit the vehicle from the driver door","quote_2_odi":"11648722","quote_2_text":"The manual door release on the front passenger side of my car was released automatically without anyone in the seat. I was the only one in the car","quote_3_odi":"11509924","quote_3_text":"The hood/frunk open by itself. I was driving at around 25 MPH when hood/frunk suddenly opened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-windshield-glass-defects","label":"Windshield and window glass cracking and distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11652232","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 5 MPH, the front passenger side window spontaneously shattered without any external or internal impact","quote_2_odi":"11505936","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracked after preheating the car and pulling out of driveway in cold weather. Saw and heard the crack happen","quote_3_odi":"11493538","quote_3_text":"Distortion within windshield. Appears to be manufactured this way. Employee within service center is a typical problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking during adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11526512","quote_1_text":"Dangerous Phantom Braking: this has occurred many times including very dangerous situations in high speed interstate hwy settings. The car will slam on the brakes for no apparent reason often with cars following closely behind","quote_2_odi":"11493857","quote_2_text":"Recurring uncommanded FIRM phantom braking for no apparent reason. At risk of being hit from the rear. Driver & passengers frightened & panicked","quote_3_odi":"11475433","quote_3_text":"We experienced between 10 and 15 Phantom braking events on Highway 395 between Carson City and Apple Valley California. We also experienced Phantom breaking a few times during the trip back along Highway 101 in California","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-unexpected-shutdown","label":"Unexpected shutdown or loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11625697","quote_1_text":"My Tesla Model S 2022 unexpectedly shut down while parked in a covered garage on [XXX], after I had driven for an hour","quote_2_odi":"11654763","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the message “Electrical System Power Reduce - Vehicle will Shut down” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11474642","quote_3_text":"This message appeared this morning on my brand 18 day old new 2022 Tesla S I was driving from my home in Santa Monica to LAX, drove about 3 blocks when this message appeared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-fsd-navigation-errors","label":"Full Self-Driving steering and navigation malfunctions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747523","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was being driven northbound in the regular (non-HOV) lanes of Route I-95 under the control of Version 12 of FSD software","quote_2_odi":"11560301","quote_2_text":"The Tesla was driving normally as I was driving through the canyons of Utah at 65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11599199","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway utilizing the full self-driving mode. There was traffic and I was behind an 18-wheeler","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-yoke-horn-hard-to-find","label":"Steering yoke horn button difficult to locate","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11609252","quote_1_text":"I am writing to express a safety concern regarding the Tesla Model X. I have found that the location of the horn is difficult to identify and activate, especially during emergency situations where quick reflexes are critical","quote_2_odi":"11473732","quote_2_text":"1) low-speed turning is very difficult. makes hitting pedestrians/curbs/edifices much more likely, as well as just holding up traffic and frustrating other drivers. 2) turn signals require looking down at the steering yoke unless you're a real ninja","quote_3_odi":"11531644","quote_3_text":"On Tesla's site, it says to report safety concerns to you vs to Tesla so that's what I'm doing since Tesla doesn't have any options to write to them about these problems. 1) I got into a parking lot accident on 7/7/2023 because of the \"slide bar\" on the Tesla Model X","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-restraint-system-fault","label":"Passenger restraint system false fault warnings","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11703661","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Tesla Model X has two recurring safety-critical defects that remain unresolved despite multiple repair attempts","quote_2_odi":"11459186","quote_2_text":"Car is displaying a warning reading “Rear right safety restraint system fault. Service is required.” Same for the left side. I took the vehicle for service and was told that this is a “Known Characteristic of Current Firmware”","quote_3_odi":"11590563","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver’s side rear passenger’s seat belt failed to release the child occupying the seat. The contact stated that after five minutes the seat belt was released","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist reduction and loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11724683","quote_1_text":"The electric power assist steering system on my 2022 Tesla Model X began displaying a \"Steering Assist Reduced / Steering May Require Increased Effort\" warning intermittently beginning in approximately May 2024, shortly after I purchased the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11598049","quote_2_text":"As I was making an unprotected left turn, the power steering failed. The steering became incredibly heavy. There was almost an accident. Feels unsafe to drive, will be towing to the dealership. Errors: Steering assist reduced, lane assist unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11539410","quote_3_text":"At around 9:10 p.m. on 7/26/2023, I was driving 2 guests on the I-5 highway from Seattle to the airport. The car’s automatic driving assistance system suddenly failed to work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-falcon-door-latch-failure","label":"Falcon wing door and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11589713","quote_1_text":"The passenger side back door does not open consistently leading to loss of egress. Although the other doors do function regularly, removing a child from a car seat is nearly impossible when accessing from another door","quote_2_odi":"11702157","quote_2_text":"The vehicle presents a compounded safety defect creating a risk of passenger entrapment and high-voltage fire","quote_3_odi":"11467584","quote_3_text":"I ordered a new Tesla X on 01/10/2021 and I just received it on 06/03/2022. I can’t believe that the car passed quality inspection (I found that the passenger falcon door can’t close unless I override the door to close from the driver seat and non of the closing bottoms works","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking during cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11458566","quote_1_text":"Vehicle repeatedly applied the brakes while on cruise control. This sometimes seemed to be a response to other vehicles approaching in the oncoming traffic lane, but sometimes seemed totally unexpected","quote_2_odi":"11464691","quote_2_text":"Two times in last 3 weeks while our Tesla Model X Long Range attempted to emergency or \"phantom stop\" while cruising at 65 MPH. Both instances occurred when there was a car crossing the highway well in advance (approx 50-75 yards) of our vehicle position","quote_3_odi":"11476635","quote_3_text":"\"phantom braking\" of the tesla optical-only (no radar or lidar) adaptive cruise control. northbound on hwy 101 around Gonzales CA there is a truck stop on the west side of the highway. proper signage and lane lines enable 101 traffic to maintain 65 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11502198","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that after his wife had entered the parked vehicle and the driver's door was still open, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration, causing the vehicle to drive over a curb, into a ravine, and then crash into a tree","quote_2_odi":"11498648","quote_2_text":"This happened with my new Tesla Model X Plaid with installed Self Drive software. The AUTOPILOT or SELF DRIVE mode was NOT enabled when the incident happened","quote_3_odi":"11714755","quote_3_text":"On January 31, 2026, at 10:30 PM, I was driving from Fort Lauderdale to my home in Boca Raton, Florida. I was using FSD supervised mode. Close to my home, a big red image suddenly appeared, the car started accelerating fast, and I had no control over the car or its steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2019,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2019-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking with cruise control engaged","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":604,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11453686","quote_1_text":"going down the highway (I75) and at a certain exit north of Sarasota FL the car just randomly and unexpectedly brakes (phantom braking) No cars around, just straight highway Has happened several times in this spot and also other spots","quote_2_odi":"11497856","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking is occurring regularly on a road trip from CA to LA. It has happened on clear roads with sunny conditions and no obstructions as well as in shadowy or dark conditions. It only occurs with cruise control on.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2019,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2019-control-arm-ball-joint","label":"Upper control arm and ball joint wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":604,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11572314","quote_1_text":"The upper control arms on this vehicle are a known chronic issue where the ball joints fail anywhere from 15,000 miles and up. Tesla is charging for this replacement if vehicle has more than 50,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11589928","quote_2_text":"The car is just out of warranty and has been driven about 62,000KM. The suspension and both frond and back control arms started to squeak badly during low speed driven, turning, back-in etc.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2019,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2019-seat-belt-restraint-fault","label":"Seat belt restraint system fault code","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":604,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11617330","quote_1_text":"Driver Seat belt system(Front left safety restraint system fault) Error code: RCM_a021 with this error, there is a message/symbol showing as no air bag available on driver side. error message has been showing for a week now.","quote_2_odi":"11673846","quote_2_text":"Seatbelt pre-tension system fault (RCM_a021). Can be cleared by adjusting seats sometimes, but remains constant at my current seat configuration.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking on Autopilot and cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":191,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":752,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11478862","quote_1_text":"Phantom braking. The car had autopilot enabled and applied brakes to slow down even though there was nothing in front that would have caused a collision. Fortunately there was no vehicle behind otherwise it may have caused a collision.","quote_2_odi":"11524758","quote_2_text":"\"Phantom braking:\" Vehicle has braked Multiple times on the freeway while using adaptive cruise control, when no objects were In the vehicle's path. Typically occurs when driving on curved section of freeway at speeds above 50 mph.","quote_3_odi":"11501739","quote_3_text":"Full Self Driving does not perform as advertised. Will not take Interstate exits, nor will it safely merge into traffic. There have been numerous phantom braking occurrences. This feature has been misrepresented numerous times by Tesla.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2022-steering-wobble-creak","label":"Steering wobble and creaking at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":752,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11535735","quote_1_text":"Over the past few days, I have had multiple instances where the steering on the Tesla gives out and starts to wobble and then starts acting normal again.","quote_2_odi":"11632699","quote_2_text":"At low/no speed, turning the steering wheel to the extreme left or right produces a low-end creaking noise as if something is rubbing.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-steering-assist-loss","label":"Steering assist loss and pull to one side","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11606441","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, and it became difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact stated the vehicle failed to respond while the brake pedal was depressed","quote_2_odi":"11569545","quote_2_text":"We picked up a brand new car and as soon as we drove it off the lot, we noticed that the steering was pulling hard to the right as if the steering wheel were too loose, especially at high speeds on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11570228","quote_3_text":"Steering requires notably more effort to turn left than right, particularly as speed increases, putting vehicle control in question","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-glass-cracking","label":"Glass cracking without a reported impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11725899","quote_1_text":"Mine resulted simply from a heat wave it crack down the middle in a c shape emanating from the top edge of the windshield. No contact evidence and no contact or accident occurred","quote_2_odi":"11567734","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway at less than 60 mph the rear drivers side window spontaneously exploded. There was no one next to me at the time. Nothing hit the window","quote_3_odi":"11739375","quote_3_text":"The roof glass is unusually susceptible to failing and cracking under minimal impact. A very small item such as a pebble impacted the roof. The glass cracked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking with adaptive cruise control engaged","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11755758","quote_1_text":"Two separate incidents occurred on July 10th and July 12th 2026 involving adaptive cruise control. While adaptive cruise control was engaged my car slammed on the brakes for no reason. There was nothing in the roadway to cause abrupt braking","quote_2_odi":"11564335","quote_2_text":"Repeated \"phantom braking\". With cruise control engaged and zero traffic in front of the vehicle, false readings on the collision detection system will cause strong, sudden, and unpredictable braking","quote_3_odi":"11580882","quote_3_text":"The car phantom brakes constantly (at least every 10 miles) when using cruise control. You will be driving highway speed and the car will slam on the brakes for no reason,, making the cruise control dangerous and unusable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-fsd-path-errors","label":"Autopilot and FSD lane and traffic-signal errors","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11726564","quote_1_text":"The Full Self Driving (Supervised) system (FSD(S)) failed by running a red light. Video is available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11746850","quote_2_text":"The car completely missed the red and white gate, and just blew past it, damaging my windshield completely to smithereens and throwing glass all over the car","quote_3_odi":"11578778","quote_3_text":"Tesla autopilot drifted over two lanes and into the side of a semi-truck on the freeway. It was night time but with plenty of light, no rain, and clearly marked lines separating the lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11575391","quote_1_text":"I have twice experienced a sudden acceleration when decreasing pressure on the accelerator pedal. It felt like the motor was producing full power. In both cases, I was able to quickly apply the brake which stopped the acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11577455","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly accelerated independently. The contact lost control of the vehicle, coming to a complete stop after crashing into two poles and veering into a brick wall, where the vehicle briefly continued to…","quote_3_odi":"11685171","quote_3_text":"Three times while driving at low speed and attempting to reduce speed—even while pressing the brake pedal—my 2023 Tesla Model 3 unexpectedly accelerated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-brake-pedal-ineffective","label":"Brake pedal application not slowing the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11697065","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s brakes did not work, automatic emergency brakes and collision warning both did not work. I pressed on the brake for about 5 seconds but the brakes did not work, resulting in a collision with the car in front","quote_2_odi":"11622852","quote_2_text":"Despite pressing the brake pedal hard multiple times, the vehicle did not decelerate as expected and ultimately collided with the vehicle ahead. Throughout this incident, no collision warning, automatic braking, or other safety features activated, despite having all safety…","quote_3_odi":"11611655","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while entering a parking lot, the brake pedal failed to respond, the driver was unable to control the steering wheel and crashed into a Ford vehicle and a tree","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-rear-door-release","label":"Rear doors without manual emergency release","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11725482","quote_1_text":"I discovered that the rear doors do not have a mechanical emergency release. Tesla service confirmed that my vehicle does not include any manual rear emergency door release system","quote_2_odi":"11691405","quote_2_text":"Well to my surprise, there is NO MANUAL REAR DOOR RELEASE in the model 3!!!","quote_3_odi":"11628269","quote_3_text":"Intersection collision with airbag deploy. Vehicle was totaled. Vehicle remained locked. Even after the collision when the doors were closed the vehicle remained locked. Unable to open rear doors from the inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11697029","quote_1_text":"During a major car accident the airbags for my Tesla, Model 3, 2023 did not deploy airbags although other impacted cars had full airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11626141","quote_2_text":"After a collision the screen flashed \"Air bags deployed\". The car then turned on the hazards, called 911 then vented the windows. The issue is the air bags did not deploy at all","quote_3_odi":"11562430","quote_3_text":"I was rear ended and pushed into the car in front of me. My car was totaled and no airbags went off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-mcu-touchscreen-failure","label":"MCU touchscreen and eMMC memory failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11352878","quote_1_text":"THE MAIN TOUCH SCREEN FAILED WITH LIKELY EMMC FAILURE RESULTING IN NO NAVIGATION, NO BACKUP CAMERA, NO TURN SIGNALS OR SOUND, NO AIR OR DEFROSTERS AND NO WAY TO CONTROL HEADLIGHTS OR OTHER SAFETY FEATURES. FAILURE OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11526128","quote_2_text":"My main center computer touch screen has been leaking a sticky toxic glue for over 5 years. This toxic sticky glue continues to leak all over the interior of my vehicle which regularly needs to be cleaned","quote_3_odi":"11389928","quote_3_text":"BACKING UP MCU FAIL BACKUP CAMERA FAILED ALMOST BACK ON A KID RAN BEHIND MY CAR WHILE I WAS LOOKING DOWN AT A DISABLED SCREEN. DRIVING TO TESLA SERVICE DEPARTMENT MAIN SCREEN FAILED DUE TO COMPUTER CAR CRIPPLED TO MINIMAL SAFETY CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-drive-unit-failure","label":"Drive unit failure from coolant seal leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11670366","quote_1_text":"Complete engine failure. Car became disabled and unable to move. Upon investigation, this was drive unit failure due to coolant leaking past the seal. A common issue of Tesla Model S and X with the large drive unit","quote_2_odi":"11459298","quote_2_text":"I was just getting off the freeway, into a business area, and all of a sudden car stopped without any warning, with a quick \"power reduced flash on the screen, unable to move at all","quote_3_odi":"11424468","quote_3_text":"A loud whining noise from the rear drive unit of my Tesla. The car is a 2013 and has 98,000 miles. The rear drive unit was previously replaced in 2015 at 45,000 miles, and has now been replaced again in 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-suspension-control-arm","label":"Suspension control arm and subframe failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11549906","quote_1_text":"Driving at normal speeds and conditions my rear drivers control arm snapped off and wheel almost fell off , if driving at higher speed could have been deadly","quote_2_odi":"11376939","quote_2_text":"BALL JOINT ON FRONT LEFT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY FAILED PREMATURELY AT APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES VEHICLE USAGE; SPECIFICALLY, IT SEPARATED SO AS TO CAUSE THE UCA (UPPER CONTROL ARM) TO DISCONNECT FROM FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE","quote_3_odi":"11467055","quote_3_text":"Component failed: Rear subframe cracked Safety risk: Car not stable to drive at speed, drive unit can twist or flop/drop Confirmed issue w/ dealer who is also manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle failure to present or open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718480","quote_1_text":"I have a 2013 Tesla Model-S, I have so far spent thousands on this car for door handle related problems over its lifetime. And Tesla still keeps charging for any door repairs. As of now, the driver side door doesn't open from outside","quote_2_odi":"11526460","quote_2_text":"The driver's side rear door handle stuck open and you can't get door open. This is the 3rd driver's side rear handle for this vehicle. Tesla would not cover the repair","quote_3_odi":"11413453","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S FRONT SIDE DOOR HANDLE FAILED TO PRESENT AND REQUIRED REPAIR. REPAIRED WITH LATEST GENERATION HANDLES. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME A HANDLE HAS HAD ISSUES ON MY CAR (IT IS THE 3RD TIME A HANDLE HAS BEEN REPLACED)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-hv-battery-failure","label":"High-voltage battery pack failure and corrosion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11685191","quote_1_text":"Premature HV Battery BMS Failure After Tesla Replacement – Safety Risk of Fire and Sudden Power Loss","quote_2_odi":"11487136","quote_2_text":"My 2013 Tesla Model S 60 KW didn’t drive on July 2022 and I got a warning on the screen that all electrical systems are shutting down . The car had to be towed to Tesla Service","quote_3_odi":"11485038","quote_3_text":"Battery packs on older Model S are dying WHILE driving. Puts the car non responsive and limp mode. No choice but to try and pull over. No acceleration and car dies","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11552752","quote_1_text":"Power steering has failed and the car is dangerous to drive unless you have Arnold Schwarteneggers strength","quote_2_odi":"11442371","quote_2_text":"I lost power steering with 64,850 miles on the odometer. I was told the steering rack ($2750) and the front left body harness assembly ($525) needed to be replaced because of corrosion","quote_3_odi":"11399048","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING RACK MOTOR FAILED CAUSING THE STEERING TO BECOME INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT. TURNING THE WHEELS AT NO OR LOW SPEED TAKES GREAT FORCE AND TURNING THE WHEEL AT FASTER SPEEDS TAKES MODERATE FORCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"modely-2024-phantom-braking-aebs","label":"Uncommanded sudden braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":311,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699280","quote_1_text":"While driving ~40 mph with no Autopilot or cruise control active, my 2024 Model Y suddenly braked itself from 40 → 0 mph for no reason. The road ahead was clear. I did not touch the brake. My 3-year-old was in the car. We were nearly rear-ended and could have been seriously injured.","quote_2_odi":"11684225","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking happened. This is the 3rd time to my car. This time, my car stopped automatically when I was already decelerating close to 2-5 mph and the car in front was very far away. I was not using FSD nor autopilot. The emergency auto stop sign came up out of nowhere and my car jerked really hard…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"modely-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":311,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11637163","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN ACCELERATION, I WAS DRIVING IN MY OWN DRIVEWAY AND A MODEST SPEED T15 MPH I HAVE A CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY AND I WAS ASCENDING UP THE CIRCLE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT MY ACTION. i TOOK MYI FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND HIT THE BREAK BUT THE CAR DID NOT STOP OR SLOW DOWN.","quote_2_odi":"11644496","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while parking the vehicle in front of the garage at the residence, the contact removed her foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle accelerated independently and crashed into the garage door.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-turn-signal-button-failure","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button unresponsiveness","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11622529","quote_1_text":"This model vehicle does not have traditional turn signal stalks, it has buttons on the steering wheel to engage the left and right turn signals. Intermittently, these buttons become completely unable to be pressed, and as a result you are unable to signal turns to other drivers…","quote_2_odi":"11620132","quote_2_text":"Since delivery of my new Tesla Model 3, the haptic turn signal buttons intermittently fail to register inputs despite repeated presses. This issue began immediately and occurs without any warning lamps or error messages…","quote_3_odi":"11667863","quote_3_text":"When driving vehicle over the past month, vehicle turn signals on the steering wheel fail to respond to commands and feel almost as if the controls are locked out by a steering wheel software fault…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-fsd-autopilot-collision","label":"FSD / Autopilot uncommanded maneuvers and collisions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11741100","quote_1_text":"Tesla FSD - My son was driving on FSD on state highway, while on FSD, the car suddenly turned left and hit the concrete barrier and spun out of control. All the air-bags were deployed and car front crashed completely…","quote_2_odi":"11655731","quote_2_text":"While driving with Tesla Autopilot engaged, the vehicle initiated an unexpected and improper right turn at the intersection of [XXX] This maneuver was not indicated in the planned navigation route, nor was it consistent with the legal road markings or signage in the area…","quote_3_odi":"11695128","quote_3_text":"On October 17, 2025, while Full Self-Driving (Supervised) was engaged, the vehicle made an abrupt, uncommanded steering input to the right, causing a collision with a tunnel wall…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking during cruise control and TACC","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11650898","quote_1_text":"Multiple instances of phantom braking, car will suddenly slam on brakes without any indication of danger or anything to avoid. This has happened at least a dozen times and we are fearful that it will cause an accident…","quote_2_odi":"11623240","quote_2_text":"About two weeks ago with driver set cruise control, the phantom braking was so severe that it took me down from 75 to around 15 if I remember correctly. The braking was so severe and at the same time self steered to the edge of the road along the guard rail…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-horn-rain-failure","label":"Horn inaudibility in wet conditions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11659950","quote_1_text":"The horn on my 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance becomes severely muted, distorted, or inaudible when the vehicle is wet—especially during rain, which is when a functioning horn is most critical for safety…","quote_2_odi":"11653495","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that whenever it rained, the horn was filling with water that was entering through the grill, and the horn would not function when needed. The contact stated that when the horn had dried out, the horn worked normally…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-fsd-speed-control","label":"FSD speed profile exceeding posted limits","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699081","quote_1_text":"While driving with FSD engaged and set to standard profile, FSD accelerated to 76mph in a 55 zone. This is on software version 14.1.4. Unfortunately this new update no longer allows you to set your speed while using FSD…","quote_2_odi":"11742280","quote_2_text":"Standard speed profile regularly results in speed up to 73+ in a 55mph zone being selected by the vehicle. Chill mode results in speeds of 58 when traffic is traveling at 65mph…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-airbag-restraint-faults","label":"Airbag and restraint system faults and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11702355","quote_1_text":"Braman Cadillac sold me this 2024 Tesla Model 3 representing it as \"clean/no accidents.\" In reality, they released a vehicle with a disabled airbag system resulting from a crash that occurred in their inventory…","quote_2_odi":"11692742","quote_2_text":"Airbags deployed on the passenger side from the seat and upper panels. Front airbags failed on both sides. There was also a delayed airbag deployment from the back of the driver seat that only ripped the seat but never deployed fully…","quote_3_odi":"11701498","quote_3_text":"Safety restraint warning in car, unsure of actual issue but warning keeps popping up. Presumed that the seatbelts or airbags would not properly work in event of a crash. Dealer/company says it's a known issue, with other cars needing a fix too…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-forward-camera-fogging","label":"Forward-facing camera internal fogging","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-11 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11638547","quote_1_text":"The front camera that is known as Tesla vision consistently stays fogged up. This creates an issue when using auto-pilot that makes the car beep loudly and disengage auto-pilot putting others at risk if the car disengages and the driver is not quick enough to respond…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-pcs-ac-charging-failure","label":"Power Conversion System AC charging failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737729","quote_1_text":"I have fell victim to the now infamous PCS failure. My truck stopped being able to charge from home, and Tesla requires me to use their Supercharging system in order to drive it. I was actually around the truck when it failed and could smell a potent odor of electrical smoke…","quote_2_odi":"11730347","quote_2_text":"All of a sudden car lost all power, steering wheel and brake completely failed, drive train completely failed while the car was still moving. there was no way the car could be controlled to move to the side of the road or to break to completely stop it.. thankfully it coasted to a complete stop.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-body-trim-detachment","label":"Stainless steel and body trim panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11648928","quote_1_text":"The following day, while driving approximately 75 MPH, the trim piece detached from the vehicle onto the freeway. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not repaired.","quote_2_odi":"11642765","quote_2_text":"I was driving my cybertruck on highway, at speed 55mph. the stainless panel on driver side, the one, on top of the windows, suddenly start falling off. This is the first winter for cybertruck. the stainless panel is hard and sharp enough to hit other cars.","quote_3_odi":"11641488","quote_3_text":"Upper passanger trim piece fell off while driving on street, could have hurt another motorist. When new piece was fixed by Tesla service center, I advised them to replace drivers side just in case and they stated they will not be able to until it falls off.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-fsd-autopilot-crash-loss-of-control","label":"FSD/Autopilot loss of control and crash events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11747861","quote_1_text":"While traveling approximately 75 mph through a highway curve, FSD suddenly changed to an \"Unavailable\" state. According to Tesla's own accident data, I did not disengage FSD. There was no audible warning, no effective visual warning, no takeover request, no controlled deceleration…","quote_2_odi":"11709210","quote_2_text":"While operating on a public roadway with Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged, the vehicle unexpectedly departed its intended roadway trajectory. Upon recognizing unsafe vehicle behavior, I attempted to manually override and disengage the system using normal driver control inputs…","quote_3_odi":"11643535","quote_3_text":"While driving 49 MPH with the Full Self-Driving (FSD) activated, the destination was entered, and the system announced the direction steps and suddenly the Full Self-Driving (FSD) disengaged independently causing the driver to be required to take control of the vehicle.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-cant-rail-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Cant rail recall remedy unavailability (25V170000)","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11656525","quote_1_text":"Tesla has confirmed in writing that no remedy is available for my VIN, and they canceled my scheduled service appointment due to this. I explicitly requested that my appointment not be canceled because I felt unsafe driving the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11673745","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V170000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_3_odi":"11661066","quote_3_text":"Tesla returned my vehicle after performing the recall repair. However, the results are visibly flawed on both sides of the vehicle. One side of the cant rail panel overlaps and is misaligned, while the opposite side is spaced too far apart, leaving a visible gap.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-windshield-wiper-malfunction","label":"Windshield wiper motor and blade malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11636027","quote_1_text":"When any salt or other road debris is present on the windshield, the windshield wiper along with the washer fluid does not clean the windshield. Instead the windshield visibility is worse leading to low visibility. Overall I believe there are two flaws: 1. The wiper does not have enough…","quote_2_odi":"11667797","quote_2_text":"The wiper on the vehicle can not be controlled and set off manually. The auto wipe system repeatedly turns on and dry wipes the glass which reduces visibility for both the driver as well as the camera based safety systems. This is a software bug that has gone unfixed and unacknoledged…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-door-egress-entrapment","label":"Powered door system failure and occupant egress risk","component_code":"STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:YAW/ANGLE SENSOR, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11695120","quote_1_text":"The operation of the doors was powered by a small battery pack which was no longer operational after the impact. The passenger side doors operate off of that battery. Without power, the passenger doors could not open, trapping the driver and passengers in the Cybertruck.","quote_2_odi":"11694986","quote_2_text":"The right rear door remained mechanically openable, but its ordinary operation depended on low-voltage electronic buttons located inside the cabin and on the exterior pillar. Those buttons failed after the crash. A man tried to rescue the occupants, but he could not open the doors…","quote_3_odi":"11708700","quote_3_text":"At approximately 6:30 PM on January 4, I experienced an incident where the passenger front door unlatched, completely by itself without pressing the unlatched button or pulling the manual release. It has since opened itself again in my driveway.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-recessed-headlight-snow-blockage","label":"Recessed headlight snow and ice accumulation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11640248","quote_1_text":"When driving in a winter storm, headlights quickly become snow packed rendering them useless. This is extremely dangerous driving in any snowstorm at night. The light bar does not provide sufficient visibility at night and also can become ice packed.","quote_2_odi":"11628177","quote_2_text":"The headlight design, being behind and slightly above the front bumper, allows snow to accumulate in front of the headlights while parked and while driving. This prevents visibility in low-light conditions for both the vehicle driver and for other drivers.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-fsd-speed-limit-noncompliance","label":"FSD speed limit noncompliance and default overspeed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718199","quote_1_text":"Since the release of V14, the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system automatically defaults to operating approximately 7 MPH above the posted speed limit. This occurs on all road types, including city streets and highways. When FSD is engaged, the vehicle sets the cruising speed above the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-suspension-control-arms","label":"Front suspension control arm and bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736483","quote_1_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2020 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal, squeaking sound would emit from the vehicle without warning","quote_2_odi":"11689053","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 39,000 miles, the vehicle developed loud rattling and creaking noises from the front suspension when steering or backing out","quote_3_odi":"11568782","quote_3_text":"This is a 2020 Tesla model Y. At 55k miles, 3.5 years of ownership I was alerted by my tire dealer about broken bushings and control arms in both front tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-passenger-seat-sensor","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723972","quote_1_text":"Vehicle had \"front passenger safety restraint system fault\" multiple times intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11536957","quote_2_text":"Its a known issue affecting many model 3 and model Ys front passenger safety restraint system fault. It's all over the tesla message boards. It just happened to my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11548866","quote_3_text":"Front Passenger safety restraint system fault. This is 3rd time this system warning has come up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-rear-door-wont-open","label":"Rear door fails to open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649657","quote_1_text":"On three separate occaisions the back left door panel has slipped from its position and caused the door to not be able to open either from the inside or outside","quote_2_odi":"11513078","quote_2_text":"The drivers side rear door no longer opens. As a parent who drives with 2 children in car seats, this has made getting our kids in and out incredibly time consuming and awkward","quote_3_odi":"11477726","quote_3_text":"Rear passenger side door was not able to be opened. Tesla service came out and fixed it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking during adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507398","quote_1_text":"Have had several issues with phantom braking. When in cruise control or auto drive there are times nothing is in the roadway but the vehicle will brake in middle of hwy. very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11452907","quote_2_text":"This has happened multiple times over the 1.5 years that I have owned the vehicle, but it happened twice again today. The issue I am having with the vehicle is with Phantom breaking","quote_3_odi":"11456499","quote_3_text":"Operating the vehicle at highway speed of 70 miles per hour on interstate 80 in Illinois. No visible traffic going in either direction for approximately 1/2 mile in all directions when the automatic braking happened for no apparent reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542597","quote_1_text":"Was driving on the interstate and a notification that “Steering assist reduced” came on the screen. About 10 minutes later my steering wheel became extremely hard to turn. I almost crashed going thru the tunnel!","quote_2_odi":"11621689","quote_2_text":"After being parked on a suburban street for about 3 hours, our Tesla Model Y experienced a complete loss of power-steering assist, requiring extreme hand-over-hand effort to turn the wheel and making it dangerous to drive","quote_3_odi":"11613660","quote_3_text":"While driving on the freeway was unable to steer. It has happens multiple times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605031","quote_1_text":"In Summon Mode, autonomous driving, our car collided with another stationary parked car","quote_2_odi":"11538217","quote_2_text":"While I was parking the car at a parking spot for a doctor's appointment, it accelerated by itself and drove over the parking spot front bump and drove a short downhill covered with grass","quote_3_odi":"11523021","quote_3_text":"Car accelerated on its own, with no pedal pressure. My right foot was on the mat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-mcu-failure","label":"Main computer failure disabling driver-assist features","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715304","quote_1_text":"The full self-driving (FSD) stopped working although it was fully paid for at the time of vehicle purchase","quote_2_odi":"11567576","quote_2_text":"Failure of all cameras, gps, and lane keeping system. It is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11574636","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally file a complaint against Tesla, Inc. concerning a significant issue that has arisen following a software update issued to Model Y and Model 3 vehicles in early December","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-horn-button-placement","label":"Steering wheel horn button location","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595009","quote_1_text":"All stalks and physical horns have been removed. They are now capacitive buttons on the steering wheel that move with the wheel, are not raised to find easier, and are difficult to find in emergencies.  I was nearly in a head-on collision and couldn't find the horn fast enough…","quote_2_odi":"11592031","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the slow lane of a 3-day (each direction street).  On my right were cars parked on the street.  A car in the 2nd lane was coming up and passing me and it decided (without signaling) to turn into my lane.  Scared I tried to press the horn, but pressing the large…","quote_3_odi":"11629452","quote_3_text":"The 2023 Tesla Model X does not have a physical horn in the center, rather a small touch sensitive button located on the side on the steering wheel. The button does not even have any physical bump to make it easy to find without looking. This is a huge safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-fsd-autopilot-behavior","label":"FSD and Autopilot unexpected behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748272","quote_1_text":"I was using FSD any driving on  XXX between [XXX] and [XXX]. Suddenly the car put on the 4 way flashers, slowed down and started to pull to the side of the road. There was no shoulder so the car would have stopped in the driving lane. I immediately turned the wheel back into the…","quote_2_odi":"11677989","quote_2_text":"The vehicle consistently chooses the wrong lane and drifts across yellow lines.  The FSD visualization fails to correctly distinguish road markings, lanes, and turning arrows, causing them to move erratically on the display.  The car attempts to merge into lanes that appear in…","quote_3_odi":"11622851","quote_3_text":"Episode # 1: Sunday, [XXX] NEAR-DEATH-EXPERIENCE 2 times in 2 weeks while driving Tesla Model X 2023 with FSD. Both myself and wife were travelling and coming from Toronto to Lake George, NJ  All of a sudden car STOPPED in the middle of the highway. Laptop screen was blank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-airbag-restraint-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703187","quote_1_text":"Recurring front passenger safety restraint system fault that Tesla cannot permanently repair despite 4 service attempts over 16 months. ISSUE: Vehicle intermittently displays \"Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault - Service Required\" with persistent warning chimes and…","quote_2_odi":"11739176","quote_2_text":"I have had “safety system restraints service is required “ as a warning four different times. Took my car in to a Tesla Service Center all 4 times & each time the repair only lasts about 6 months & it comes up again. For the 5th time I am going to the Tesla Service Center in…","quote_3_odi":"11691180","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has start throwing a safety restraint error. We got into the service mode and it shows there is electrical problems with the driver side airbag system and that it may not deploy in the event of an accident. Tesla is delaying the appointment to review this for 12 days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-falcon-door-sensor","label":"Falcon wing door sensor and injury incidents","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11523229","quote_1_text":"My 10 year old daughter suffered a concussion when the falcon wing door opened, failed to detect her standing nearby, and hit her on the head.   I brought the car into my local Tesla service center where we reproduced the behavior of the falcon wing door","quote_2_odi":"11729233","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Tesla Model X Plaid's falcon wing doors have had a persistent rattling/squeaking defect since August 2023 that has not been resolved after 9+ repair visits to Tesla service centers. More critically, in November 2025 (Invoice #3000S0014846906), the left falcon door's…","quote_3_odi":"11565362","quote_3_text":"In unexpected and unknown circumstances (false sensor detections?), the automated doors and trunk will suddenly reverse direction when opening and rapidly close instead of pausing.  This can cause injury with no ability to get out of the way in proper time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-unintended-acceleration-brakes","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561386","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving into her driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated, and conversely, with the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop. As a result, the vehicle collided with the rear of another vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11567841","quote_2_text":"I was driving the car in stop-and-go traffic on a city street. After another stop, the car in front of me started moving. I pressed on the accelerator with the usual force, but my car took off like crazy. I pressed on the breaks, but the car didn't seem to respond to the brake…","quote_3_odi":"11545772","quote_3_text":"As I drove my Tesla Model X Plaid into my driveway towards the garage to park, the vehicle suddenly accelerated itself (I have FSD but wasn’t using it at that time) and drove into the garage door as it was still opening, slamming and crushing into all the items that were on one…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-suspension-steering-noise","label":"Suspension and steering noise during turns","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747871","quote_1_text":"When making hard left turns, the steering wheel/front end shakes or shudders and makes a LOUD sounds. This does not feel or sound normal and appears to be related to the steering or front suspension system. The issue happens during low-speed turning/maneuvering when the wheel is…","quote_2_odi":"11712088","quote_2_text":"While driving, the front left wheel separated from the hub, rendering the vehicle not drivable and creating an immediate risk of loss of control, collision, and serious injury or death.  Tesla towed the vehicle back to its service center and issued written service documentation…","quote_3_odi":"11617549","quote_3_text":"After messaging Tesla due to noise and vibration, they reviewed the videos sent and preliminarily diagnosed the issue a control arm problem.  They then stated that instead of having it assessed to determine the extent of the problem, that it was ok to drive and to wait 39 days…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-body-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior body trim and panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11537872","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, he noticed the rear fender had detached and fallen onto the ground. The contact stated that the driver's side front wheel well had also detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the parts were put back…","quote_2_odi":"11602999","quote_2_text":"The trim surrounding my two front wheels, as well as part of the trim on my rear passenger-side tire, popped completely off of the vehicle while driving through a typical rain storm in Central Florida. That is a total of three pieces ejected during the normal course of driving","quote_3_odi":"11663194","quote_3_text":"When I got home, I realized that both fender flares were completely gone. I believe this is a serious issue of durability. Even plastic model kits don’t lose parts just from water pressure. The damage to other cars is on me when the parts get blown away by water or something","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-horn-button-location","label":"Steering wheel horn button placement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2023-01-10 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565296","quote_1_text":"The 2023 Tesla Model S does not have a standard horn on the steering wheel. Rather than pressing on the air bag to trigger the horn like in most cars, Tesla has a small (about the size of a pea) capacitive button on the steering wheel. The button is placed in such a way that…","quote_2_odi":"11583445","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has a flawed design for the horn.  It has been relocated away from the center of the steering wheel to a small section (1\") of a plastic panel on the \"spoke\" of the steering wheel.  It is extremely difficult to locate this spot, particularly in an emergency (what…","quote_3_odi":"11601284","quote_3_text":"The horn on my car is triggered by a small flat electric \"button\" on the right side of the steering wheel.   There is no horn when you hit the middle of the steering wheel.   It is very difficult (and unsafe) to quickly react to a situation when you have to look down to find the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Unintended braking with adaptive cruise and AEB","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07-08 → 2025-12-26","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542504","quote_1_text":"At least 6 times on two different trips, while driving with Adaptive Cruise control engaged, the car randomly and aggressively applied the breaks.   It was so aggressive that if there had been a car behind us, they would definitely have rear ended us going 60+ miles per hour","quote_2_odi":"11595940","quote_2_text":"Driving on straight section of highway at dusk. No autopilot or other features on. Road slightly damp from earlier rain. Driving approximately 60mph. Without me moving my hands or feet then car suddenly slammed on the brakes  and speed decreased to approximately 20mph","quote_3_odi":"11707195","quote_3_text":"Auto emergency braking is occurring when vehicle recognizes leaves as people.  This has happened on three occasions.   It is startling to say the least and a matter of time that I am rear ended due to this.   Service center acknowledged these events but said they can't do…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-stalkless-turn-signal-buttons","label":"Capacitive turn signal buttons on steering wheel","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12-25 → 2025-05-16","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615735","quote_1_text":"Tesla removed the blinker stalk and replaced it with capacitive buttons on the steering wheel.   This is very dangerous because the buttons move as you turn the wheel.  To make it worse, they used capacitive buttons that are not raised so sometimes the ONLY way to turn your…","quote_2_odi":"11569741","quote_2_text":"The design of the car which uses turn signal buttons on the steering wheel instead of the traditional stalks creates a critical safety hazard. When attempting to use a turn signal while the steering wheel is turned (which happens when pulling out for circular driveways, making…","quote_3_odi":"11582617","quote_3_text":"About 1 in 20 times, the left turn signal button on the steering wheel does not register a press. Pressing multiple times in multiple places on the left arrow icon makes no difference. If I click the right button and then the left it's fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-rear-tire-inner-edge-wear","label":"Inner-edge tire wear and tread separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11-29 → 2024-11-12","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11558073","quote_1_text":"Both of my rear tires have the inner tread (closest to the center line of the vehicle) separating from the sidewall.  Tesla blames the issue on Michelin because the alignment is within specification, and Michelin blames Tesla claiming that the problem is the rear alignment.…","quote_2_odi":"11580793","quote_2_text":"Took my Tesla S Plaid in for a tire rotation and found out that my Tesla model S Plaid cannot be rotated because the tires are worn deeply on the rear left side, the vehicle only has 12,928 miles on it. The Costco representative say it’s unsafe to drive and the tires need to be…","quote_3_odi":"11624641","quote_3_text":"Driving on freeway when the rear tire tread peeled off the inside tire tread wheel/blow out almost causing an accident. The vehicle pulled hard while driving and almost lost control. The problem has been inspected and confirmed by the Tesla dealer.  The tire warning did alert…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-windshield-wiper-controls","label":"Windshield wiper control accessibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12-08 → 2024-09-22","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615738","quote_1_text":"There is a design flaw in the functionality of the windshield wipers.  Instead of the functionality being on a stalk like every other car, Tesla decided to make it a 2 step process.   To operate the windshield wipers, you first have to press a capacitive button on the steering…","quote_2_odi":"11578911","quote_2_text":"Driving in a snow storm, and it requires complete visual attention to remain in lane and maintain a safe distance behind car in front. But you also need to manage wipers and defrost controls. Since this car has no console buttons and no stalk controls, adjusting anything…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-fsd-adas-software-behavior","label":"Full Self-Driving and ADAS software behavior","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12-20 → 2026-06-12","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743804","quote_1_text":"I feel Tesla has introduced two safety issues with a recent version of software relating to the \"Full Self Driving (Supervised)\" feature.  Issue #1. When disengaging the Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") software, Tesla positions a dialog box over the main center display screen. The box…","quote_2_odi":"11706639","quote_2_text":"While operating my 2023 Tesla Model S Long range using Full Self Driving Supervised and software version 14.2.1.25, the speed control no longer is available and has been replaced by speed profiles. When operating the vehicle on Interstate 77 Southbound around Statesville, NC and…","quote_3_odi":"11687249","quote_3_text":"Without prior incident or warning all ADAS systems stopped working, including adaptive cruise control, AP, FSD, automatic emergency breaking, blind spot warning, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assistance, parking collision warning. There were no…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-driver-seat-adjustment","label":"Driver seat adjustment and track mechanism","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07-30 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753375","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat assembly on the vehicle suffers from a critical mechanical and software tracking defect that causes the seat to permanently jam into a mechanical lock, creating an immediate and severe safety hazard.  ​The electronic calibration soft-stops for the driver's seat…","quote_2_odi":"11605362","quote_2_text":"Driver seat will no adjust leaving is in a position too far from the brake and steering wheel and too low to see over dashboard adequately","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-lane-departure-wheel-jerk","label":"Lane departure system steering override during turns","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-05-24 → 2026-04-20","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11623020","quote_1_text":"I have lane departure disabled, am manually driving under 15mph, and use proper blinker but this “safety feature” causes it to “jerk” the wheel and display warnings to the detriment of safety.  This affects the entire fleet and was never an issue before around 2022-2023","quote_2_odi":"11590545","quote_2_text":"I have lane departure, avoidance in lane departure assist both turned off in the settings. Despite this, The alarms are constantly going off (Even when I am not departing a lane). It even overrides my steering inputs incorrectly! 8:28am 5/24/2024 for example, I am pulling into…","quote_3_odi":"11626018","quote_3_text":"3:17pm nov 18 2024 - I was driving manually and pulled into my driveway and subsequently my garage. I had the blinker on. As I went to turn into the garage, I heard three beeps and no message was displayed on the screen. The vehicle also jerked the steering wheel towards the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-fsd-adas-behavior","label":"FSD and ADAS unintended acceleration or wrong-way driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01-19 → 2025-02-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11642298","quote_1_text":"After updating to FSD 13.2.7 yesterday the vehicle turns left at a particular intersection and then drives on the left side of the road the wrong side of the road. Issue has been present for several versions and has been reported repeatedly","quote_2_odi":"11636970","quote_2_text":"“Full self driving” was sitting at a red light at 5:07 PM and observed a light a block ahead of us turn green and accelerated through the red light with no warning or time to react","quote_3_odi":"11640433","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that while making a right turn, in self-driving mode, the vehicle began accelerating inadvertently and crashed into the front driver area of the other vehicle. No warning lights illuminated. There were no injuries and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-steering-wheel-turn-signal","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button usability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-21 → 2024-07-31","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605696","quote_1_text":"Problem: turn signal based on buttons on the wheel (Tesla removed the stalks) After three months of ownership, I still can't signal in case of emergency, when a fast lane change is required, or when exiting from parking with the wheel turned","quote_2_odi":"11589894","quote_2_text":"Car lacks a turn signal stalk. The turn signal buttons on the steering wheel move with the wheel, making it almost impossible to figure out where to press when the wheel is turned, without taking your eyes off the road. It's not a good idea to take your eyes off the road while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-windshield-distortion","label":"Windshield glass optical distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-07 → 2024-05-31","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11591841","quote_1_text":"Windshield with distortions causing driving distractions and headaches.  I am on my third windshield with the same problem.  This seems to be a widespread issue in reviewing online forums","quote_2_odi":"11587563","quote_2_text":"My new car has severe distortion of the windshield and the tailgate glass which could make driving the car unsafe by distorting the lane markings, cars and streets, and/or by inducing dizziness. I took the car to Tesla service and was told that the issue is within specifications…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-rear-door-emergency-release","label":"Rear passenger door emergency mechanical release design","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10-03 → 2025-10-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691293","quote_1_text":"The design of the emergency opening (No power to normal opening system) of the rear passenger doors is flawed, unsafe and should never have been approved for production. This rear door emergency opening requires an occupant to reach below the seat, remove carpet and pull a…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-rear-tire-wheel-wear","label":"Rear tire and wheel recurring failures with alignment concerns","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, WHEELS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-20 → 2026-04-20","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732580","quote_1_text":"Repeated rear tire and rear wheel failures with abnormal wear and possible rear alignment or suspension-related defect. Tesla service history shows repeated rear tire replacements beginning at about 5,165 miles, a later four-wheel alignment, a right rear tire replacement for…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-ac-fogging-auto-activation","label":"Automatic AC activation causing cabin fogging","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02-21 → 2025-02-26","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644996","quote_1_text":"When driving it randomly displayed a message that it’s turning AC on automatically to “prevent fogging” which created fogging and reduced visibility to zero","quote_2_odi":"11644086","quote_2_text":"It randomly turned the AC on automatically “to prevent fogging” which actually caused fogging and panic","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-fsd-phantom-brake-control","label":"FSD and adaptive cruise phantom braking and control loss","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-02-20 → 2026-04-13","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644347","quote_1_text":"Phantom Breaking and vehicle slow down events occur near daily when using the highway when adaptive cruise control is engaged. The vehicle will abruptly try to stop, or slow down aby 5-10 MPH. This has caused several close calls with other drivers on the highways","quote_2_odi":"11682400","quote_2_text":"i was in full self driving mode. the car wanted to turn left but i thought it was going in the wrong direction so i tried to continue straight by turning the wheel to the right forcefully but the car would not let me take over and i crashed into a guard rail","quote_3_odi":"11693108","quote_3_text":"we have experienced four separate incidents in which the vehicle has either driven off the road or abruptly slammed on the brakes without warning. Despite two prior service appointments at the Tesla Service Center in Sarasota, FL, these issues remain unresolved","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-fsd-disengagement-popup","label":"FSD disengagement touchscreen prompt requiring driver input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05-04 → 2026-05-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735665","quote_1_text":"once full self-driving is disengaged a pop-up menu shows up at the main part of the screen requesting a feedback why full self-driving was disengaged you cannot dismiss the questionnaire easily without being distracted during the driving extremely dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11735945","quote_2_text":"this prompt does not automatically dismiss and requires manual interaction with the touchscreen to clear.  This design creates a safety concern because: - It introduces a mandatory driver interaction immediately after a disengagement event. - It diverts driver attention away…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-turn-signal-button-design","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button operability","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03-25 → 2024-12-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11597451","quote_1_text":"It is very difficult to use these buttons to switch on the turn signal, especially if the steering is not pointing absolutely straight.  In other words, if the steering is turned at even a small angle, it becomes almost impossible to press the correct touch screen button without…","quote_2_odi":"11635007","quote_2_text":"I have found myself pressing the wrong turn signal button and was nearly in an accident more than once. That’s because the turn signals are placed too close together (see attachment). You have to take your eyes off the road and look down to make sure you are pressing the correct…","quote_3_odi":"11579409","quote_3_text":"Turn signal buttons do not work for short periods of time while driving. It is available for inspection upon request.  I am unable to signal for merging and turning which is unsafe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-falcon-wing-door-failure","label":"Falcon Wing door electronic system failure and entrapment risk","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04-05 → 2026-07-31","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736437","quote_1_text":"Door becomes stuck in a partially closed position and cannot be opened from inside or outside. Vehicle and component are available for inspection.  SAFETY RISK: Falcon-wing doors have NO exterior mechanical release accessible to occupants when the electronic system fails. An…","quote_2_odi":"11754055","quote_2_text":"due to buffering/retry logic during the network reconnect, the system unexpectedly transmitted a follow-up \"Close\" command without any driver input. Because this automated ghost command executed while the vehicle was actively backing out, the overhead garage door unexpectedly…","quote_3_odi":"11728896","quote_3_text":"1) Yes, upon opening the falcon door there is water flooding down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-airbag-seatbelt-fault","label":"Airbag and seat belt warning system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04-05 → 2024-12-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629997","quote_1_text":"Passenger (next to driver) side no-belt warning is not working. Seat belt warning is not shown even when the passenger (adult) does not wear belt. It is consistently reproducible  even when the vehicle is at highway speeds.  2. Passenger side airbag is always OFF even when there…","quote_2_odi":"11581428","quote_2_text":"The vehicle consistently displays the message \"Rear right safety restraint system fault\" on the dashboard since its delivery in January 2024. This indicates a potential malfunction in the airbag or seatbelt system, posing a safety risk to passengers occupying the rear right seat","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-multi-safety-system-disable","label":"Simultaneous disabling of multiple active safety systems","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09-08 → 2026-07-29","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753633","quote_1_text":"multiple critical safety systems simultaneously failed on my 2024 Tesla Model X (VIN: [XXX]). Dashboard warnings indicated that ABS, stability control, traction control, steering assist, and automatic emergency braking were all simultaneously disabled. The vehicle was taken to…","quote_2_odi":"11685764","quote_2_text":"On each occasion, acceleration was either severely delayed or completely unresponsive, and the vehicle rolled backward when attempting to move forward on an incline.  The following warnings appeared on the dashboard: “Stability Control Disabled,” ESC (Electronic Stability…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration and unexpected self-movement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-28 → 2025-03-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616937","quote_1_text":"when my husband backed the vehicle out of the garage slowly, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and it hit the stone column causing a big damage to the car. I believe the pedal speed control and emergency brake have problems","quote_2_odi":"11647480","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle is placed in reverse with the steering wheel turned to full lock, it unexpectedly initiates self-movement without any driver input.  I raised this issue with Tesla Service, and they responded with the following statement:  \"We are aware of this and [it is]…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-fsd-unintended-steering","label":"FSD/Autopilot unintended steering maneuvers","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727685","quote_1_text":"Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) was engaged at the time of the incident. The vehicle was traveling at low speed on a straight roadway when it unexpectedly initiated a sudden steering maneuver out of its lane toward a roadside structure (outdoor restaurant seating area)…","quote_2_odi":"11631278","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while his daughter was driving 30 MPH at night with Full Self-Driving(FSD) Supervised mode engaged, the vehicle suddenly made a left turn. The contact stated that the vehicle drove over a curb and onto the grass, and the vehicle drove into a residence's…","quote_3_odi":"11698029","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a straight interstate road between 60-70 mph using Full-Self Driving around 4:15pm and there was no traffic in front, behind, or next to me. Suddenly, the car tried to make a sharp right turn that felt like more than an obstacle avoidant move or lane keeping move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-turn-signal-button-failure","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button intermittent failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11638799","quote_1_text":"The indicator buttons randomly disable and also disable if the user rests their finger lightly on an indicator button for some number of seconds.  The car is available for inspection on request. Tesla looked at it and said it's \"normal\" and \"expected\" for the buttons to disable…","quote_2_odi":"11695969","quote_2_text":"On my 2025 Tesla Model 3 Highland, the right-turn signal button on the steering wheel fails to activate approximately 25–30% of the time. The issue is random and unpredictable. This has occurred while changing lanes on the freeway and when turning into shopping centers or side…","quote_3_odi":"11656336","quote_3_text":"My car has turn indicator buttons on the steering wheel rather than a turn stalk. I've found that these jam from time to time. What I mean is sometimes when I push the button, it is already 'jammed in' and nothing happens. I have to kind of randomly push around the button a few…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-horn-wet-weather-failure","label":"Horn inoperability in wet or snowy conditions","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671587","quote_1_text":"The horn does not work properly when it gets wet. It will either not make noise at all, or it is extremely muffled.  This is a major safety risk. Also, horn is required to work for Massachusetts state inspections. If I bring the car to be inspected on a rainy day, or after a car…","quote_2_odi":"11704947","quote_2_text":"I drove my car today after it snowed a few inches the night before and while I was driving, I tried to press the horn, but there was no noise coming from the horn.  when I went back home I noted that the speaker used for the horn is located near the passenger side wheel well.…","quote_3_odi":"11685290","quote_3_text":"The Horn does not work in the rain. I reported this. they sent a technician to replace it. the issue is not resolved. this is extremely dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Phantom braking events under ADAS or cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677958","quote_1_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking, for no reason, occurred twice while on autopilot.  Driving on a remote interstate, during the day, no one and nothing in front of me (and I had a passenger that can confirm), and suddenly the car rapidly braked extremely hard.  If I hadn't slammed…","quote_2_odi":"11667591","quote_2_text":"I have had this happen twice, once on city streets going to work the car was not in auto pilot and it went from 40mph to 0mph instantly. If there was a car behind me I would have gotten slammed into. The second time, my mother was in the passenger seat and I was on the freeway…","quote_3_odi":"11728314","quote_3_text":"While driving at highway speeds, using cruise control, the vehicle occasionally brakes for no apparent reason with no vehicles or obstacles in the way. The braking is severe and could potentially cause me to be rear ended.   The dealer inspected the vehicle and could not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-steering-assist-failure","label":"Steering assist reduction or loss","component_code":"WHEELS, SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702267","quote_1_text":"On starting to back out of parking space, i discovered there was no assist for steering, and a high degree of force was needed to turn the steering wheel and guide the car.  This required considerable force. I tried a \"system reboot\" twice to no avail (this is done by holding 2…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2025-fsd-autopilot-lane-control","label":"FSD/Autopilot lane deviation and unintended maneuvers","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06-28 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669985","quote_1_text":"the car decided to make an abrupt illegal right turn from a straight only lane after passing the appropriate right merge lane. After which the car swerved illegally into 2 oncoming traffic lanes before briefly missing an oncoming car","quote_2_odi":"11699487","quote_2_text":"The vehicle will consistently pull toward the left side of the lane, positioning itself directly on the left lane line. This feels extremely unsafe, especially when another vehicle is traveling in the lane beside me","quote_3_odi":"11735608","quote_3_text":"While FSD was actived, my cyber truck was driveing on lane 2, it steered to the right on while passing a truck to its right side unsafely. The truck on lane 3 hit my right back wheel, and then it hit another truck on lane 4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2025-pcs2-electrical-failure","label":"Power Conversion System (PCS2) module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-04-29","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745238","quote_1_text":"PCS2 failure. The PCS2 board manages charging and power conversion. Failures typically start by restricting home AC charging speeds (e.g., dropping from 48A down to 24A) and can eventually result in a complete loss of AC charging and a \"Charging Unavailable\" alert","quote_2_odi":"11734532","quote_2_text":"The Power Conversion System (PCS) in the Tesla Cybertruck is experiencing a high rate of hardware-level failure (specifically the PCS2 module) that poses three distinct safety risks beyond the loss of AC charging","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2025-suspension-adas-dropout","label":"Air suspension failure with ADAS system dropout","component_code":"SUSPENSION, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-06 → 2026-01-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709187","quote_1_text":"One to two times per month upon starting my Cybertruck I receive multiple notifications for systems not working including \"Driver Assistance - Automatic Emergency Braking is unavailable\" and \"Steering & Braking - Adaptive ride control degraded/Ride comfort may be reduced.\"","quote_2_odi":"11709502","quote_2_text":"On December 23, 2025, while driving at moderate speed in clear conditions, the vehicle suddenly and uncorrectably migrated off the roadway. Adaptive steering correction, braking intervention, and lane assist failed to engage. At the time of the incident, the display actively…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-fsd-collision-obstacle","label":"FSD collision with stationary obstacles and fixed objects","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-17 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754995","quote_1_text":"During the automatic parking maneuver, the vehicle failed to detect a fixed square concrete bollard located within the parking space and continued moving until the front bumper made contact with the bollard, causing damage to the vehicle.  No collision warning, parking collision…","quote_2_odi":"11717701","quote_2_text":"Upon engagement, the FSD system failed to detect the presence of the stationary truck. The vehicle initiated a rearward/lateral maneuver at a speed of 1 mph, directly striking the corner of the semi-truck","quote_3_odi":"11741200","quote_3_text":"On XXX at approximately 8:30 PM, the vehicle was operating under Full Self-Driving (Supervised) mode when it failed to detect or react to a stationary pole, resulting in a front-end collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-fsd-wrong-path-traffic-control","label":"FSD incorrect path selection and traffic-control non-compliance","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-17 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754808","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 16 MPH with the self-driving feature activated the vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign. Seconds later the contact's daughter attempted to disengage the self-driving feature and then depressed the brake pedal to stop from…","quote_2_odi":"11756753","quote_2_text":"I was operating my Tesla using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) when the vehicle approached an active school zone with flashing warning lights and a posted school-zone speed limit of 35 mph. FSD did not appropriately respond to the active school zone or reduce the vehicle's speed…","quote_3_odi":"11708342","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with the ADAS Autonomous Self Driving Mode activated and the TESLA Navigator set to operate lane changes, the vehicle attempted to enter the EZ-PASS lanes while the gates were down, and the contact had to take corrective action","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-fsd-unintended-steering","label":"FSD uncommanded steering maneuvers and lane departures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-12-19 → 2026-08-17 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756945","quote_1_text":"Approximately 2.36 seconds after FSD was re-engaged, at 4:12:53.987 PM CDT, the vehicle's steering began a sudden and rapid rightward movement. I did not turn the steering wheel or intentionally provide a rightward steering input that initiated this maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11748001","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH with the Full Self-Driving mode engaged, the vehicle suddenly swerved into the left lane, and the rear passenger’s side door struck the right side of another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11738182","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the contact's husband was driving at 70 MPH, the self-drive feature failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle aggressively jerked into the merging lane. The contact stated that the vehicle almost crashed into a concrete wall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-phantom-braking-tacc","label":"Phantom braking and unsafe following distance under TACC/FSD","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-12-17 → 2026-08-09 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751153","quote_1_text":"On many occasions in the year we have owned our Tesla Model Y, we have experienced sudden, unexplained braking while using the Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC) feature. We have experienced several near-misses of cars or semi tractor trailers rear-ending us","quote_2_odi":"11755731","quote_2_text":"While returning the Tesla during a demo drive, the car suddenly braked extremely hard in the middle of the road for no reason. It was bright and sunny, and we were coming up to a green light. It caused me to slam my head back into the seat","quote_3_odi":"11713614","quote_3_text":"In a state park campground, the system failed to detect a posted 15 mph speed limit and inferred a 55 mph limit. The vehicle accelerated to unsafe speeds on narrow, pedestrian-heavy roads, with no driver ability to cap speed while under FSD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-frunk-emergency-release","label":"Front trunk missing interior emergency release and lighting","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-12-19 → 2026-04-28 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733278","quote_1_text":"My 2026 Tesla Model Y front trunk (\"frunk\"), an Austin, Mar 2026 build, lacks internal lighting & emergency release (unlike 2025 models; the change started Oct 2025). Frunk size/capacity remained unchanged, allowing child up to 4yo to fit & get trapped w/ no escape or signal…","quote_2_odi":"11706020","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is missing the lighted interior emergency release button inside the front trunk (frunk). Upon inspection, not only is the button missing (replaced by a blank plastic panel), but the necessary wiring harness to support a release mechanism is also absent","quote_3_odi":"11718717","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the model year was advertised with a front trunk emergency release and interior lighting. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, the contact became aware that the vehicle was not designed with the front trunk emergency release or interior…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-front-suspension-noise","label":"Front suspension knocking, rattling, and noise at low speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-09 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724197","quote_1_text":"Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, I began hearing a distinct knocking / clunking noise coming from the suspension when driving over small road imperfections and at low speeds. The noise is clearly abnormal for a new vehicle and sounds like loose or defective suspension…","quote_2_odi":"11721250","quote_2_text":"Based on reports from recent 2026 Tesla Model Y owners, particularly those with the Juniper refresh, the front-end noises over rough or bumpy roads at very slow speeds sound like a widespread suspension-related issue. It's often characterized as a clunk, rattle, or knocking from…","quote_3_odi":"11719201","quote_3_text":"Immediately upon driving the vehicle off the lot (approximately 12 miles), I noticed a persistent rattling noise from the front suspension area. The noise occurs over normal road conditions and has been present since delivery, significantly affecting the quality and value of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-01-03 → 2026-08-04 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734360","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle suddenly lurched forward and crashed into a curb, then the vehicle lunched forward and crashed into a brick wall. The vehicle then erroneously drove in reverse at a high rate of speed and crashed into a second parked…","quote_2_odi":"11732416","quote_2_text":"Upon removing my foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated without any input . The vehicle proceeded forward and collided with my garage door. Notably, no collision warning alerts were issued, and no automatic emergency braking system engaged…","quote_3_odi":"11736618","quote_3_text":"I PICKED UP BRAND NE TESLA 2026 MODEL Y AFTER TEST DRIVE I WAS TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND HIT CABINETS IN GARAGE, THE CABINETS CRASHED AND BROKE THE ENTRY DOOR AND THE DEBRIS THE THE HEATING AND AC BLOWER UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-seatbelt-failure","label":"Seatbelt locking, retraction, and mechanical failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01-03 → 2026-04-30 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734726","quote_1_text":"The first time, the car was parked; when I attempted to pull the seatbelt, it would not extend and instead locked in place. The second time occurred after I summoned the car. Again, I was unable to pull the seatbelt out. Because the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the…","quote_2_odi":"11730210","quote_2_text":"The rear seatbelt system has experienced three separate mechanical failures, each requiring service and replacement. The vehicle was purchased new from Tesla, Inc.. Due to these repeated failures, I have had to adjust seating arrangements for my two children in booster seats","quote_3_odi":"11711855","quote_3_text":"New vehicle was delivered from the factory with an inoperable seat belt. After removing a trim piece, I found the seatbelt wrapped around several trim clips inside the pillar","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-phantom-braking-autopilot","label":"Autopilot and cruise control phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11535327","quote_1_text":"The adaptive cruise control has had phantom braking issues from day 1 of ownership (and through every software release from Tesla as I always update when a new one is available). Most of the time it's not possible to identify exactly what triggers the event","quote_2_odi":"11491043","quote_2_text":"Today was at least the 3rd time \"phantom braking\" has occurred. While traveling on I-64 in Virginia, my speed was about 75mph with adaptive cruise control on. Suddenly, the car braked hard, slowing to about 40mph","quote_3_odi":"11453175","quote_3_text":"Third time this has happened on my new Model S Plaid. On Autopilot, the car randomly slams on the brakes when we were driving down the interstate at 70 mph for no reason. There were no other cars around us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-yoke-horn-placement","label":"Yoke steering wheel horn button location","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11478879","quote_1_text":"The position of the horn button on the steering yoke is problematic. The horn button on the 2021 Tesla model S is operated by the right thumb. This position causes activation problems in various situations. One example is where quick horn use is required, the natural muscle…","quote_2_odi":"11519472","quote_2_text":"The tiny selection on the yoke to sound the cars horn requires me to take my eyes off the road to find it.  This is unsafe. Several times I needed to sound the horn and was unable to in time","quote_3_odi":"11432561","quote_3_text":"The horn button is not safe. The manual says it will honk if you use a flat hand, but it doesn't.   Much more importantly, if you are in the middle of a turn, THERE IS NO WAY TO HIT THE HORN.  It's unbelievably dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-rear-tire-inner-wear","label":"Rear tire premature inner-edge wear and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11551552","quote_1_text":"The 2021 and beyond Tesla Model S comes installed with camber arms that cause the wheel to be tilted in and thus wears the tire on the inside to the point of wearing out within 6 months. This is a flaw in the building and pertains to all the model S's 2021 and greater","quote_2_odi":"11486856","quote_2_text":"Michelin manufactures this tire specific  for the Tesla Model S plaid vehicle.  This tire wears pre maturely from the 300 rating most times under 10,000 miles causing tread separation on the inner wall.  This specific wear can only be seen once the tire is removed from the…","quote_3_odi":"11645675","quote_3_text":"I have a 2021 Tesla Model S Long Range with rear tire size 295 / 30 ZR 21. Both rear tires are worn so bad on the insides that the cords are showing. These tires were purchased and installed by Tesla along with a wheel alignment under 10,000 miles ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-yoke-turn-signal-controls","label":"Yoke steering wheel turn signal button operability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11427096","quote_1_text":"The turn signals are also « touch » only and there’s no way to really know if you have them or not. When turning in a roundabout, the yoke steering wheel is almost upside down and trying to signal is nearly impossible","quote_2_odi":"11432602","quote_2_text":"The right/left turn signals are switches within the left side of the yoke wheel, they are non raised.  I find them extremely difficult to activate reliably, ESPECIALLY IF THE WHEEL IS IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN HORIZONTAL.   YOU HAVE TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD FREQUENTLY","quote_3_odi":"11563661","quote_3_text":"Left turn signal button randomly stops working, have to click right signal then left again for it to work. Happens about 2-3 times per week","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-fsd-autopilot-crash","label":"Full Self-Driving and Autopilot lane or path deviation","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11737104","quote_1_text":"I was in full self driving mode and was travelling North bound 110 freeway transitioning to 405 freeway Northbound. In the right lane. Transition curved left. looked at my speed for a split second and as i looked up we were a split second from hitting freeway barrier head-on","quote_2_odi":"11531626","quote_2_text":"On 10Jul2023, approximately 1:00pm, while traveling southbound on Hwy 69, south of Toll Road 49 in Lindale, Texas, while driving in the right lane and speed set at 75mph, when all of a sudden the car activates the right blinker and - without slowing - pulls into a fairly short","quote_3_odi":"11694506","quote_3_text":"On October 17, 2025, while using Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode on my 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid, the car failed to stop at two red lights within a three-hour period. In each case, the car attempted to drive through the intersection even though the signal was solid red","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-suspension-premature-wear","label":"Front and rear suspension premature component wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11660683","quote_1_text":"4 months after warranty and only 42,774 miles, I am being hit with a massive bill of almost $2,700 from Tesla service in Lyndhurst, OH.   This to correct right and left front end basic suspension issues that should not occur.  Clearly the front end is not designed to handle the…","quote_2_odi":"11636646","quote_2_text":"I purchased my Tesla in September 2021. At 12000 miles, I had to replace both rear tires due to severe inside wear. I replaced them and continued driving, but at 22000 miles, the same issue occurred. Each time, I performed service exclusively at Tesla","quote_3_odi":"11530541","quote_3_text":"The control arm fore links of the car failed after 6000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-display-screen-blank","label":"Instrument cluster and touchscreen blanking while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:VIDEO MONITOR/SCREEN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11499743","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel (screen) goes blank for approximately 5 seconds while driving. This issue happens at random. It has happened while on city streets, the highway, and in parking lots. Because of this issue, I cannot see my speed, the visualization of the car and surroundings","quote_2_odi":"11438038","quote_2_text":"There have been 4 instances of the instrument cluster screen and main information touch screen shutting down while driving the vehicle. First 2 episodes were in Aug of 2021 then twice in Oct of 2021. Episodes were separated by 1-2 weeks. Both screens are blank for approx 20-40…","quote_3_odi":"11423729","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was stationary or while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster screen went blank and was unable to control the vehicle. The contact experienced the failure approximately twenty times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-headlight-turn-signal-lighting","label":"Exterior lighting malfunction including headlight flickering","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11580942","quote_1_text":"Passenger side headlight, daytime running light portion, is flickering, approximately 1-2 times a minute. I only noticed this as I parked in a dark garage with my lights on, seeing the light flickering against the wall. There is no warning from my car telling me this is happening","quote_2_odi":"11691415","quote_2_text":"The reverse lights are incredibly insufficient and pose a safety risk when backing up. The lights are so dim, they are virtually ineffective to the point that they illuminate nothing that may be behind the car. This is not a bulb issue as they came from the factory, new, in this…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack failure and loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-02-11 → 2026-05-31","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11595384","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the car started changing lanes.   The steering became heavy and I was barely able to move it and required extreme force.  Tesla screen displayed ( steering assist reduced ).  I almost died. I was facing cars on both directions and was barely able to get my self…","quote_2_odi":"11591867","quote_2_text":"The steering locked up and it would not move.  This happened as I was driving on a road at about 35 miles per hour.  I could not steer until I dropped the car speed under 10 miles an hour and using great force was able to navigate the car to safety","quote_3_odi":"11668225","quote_3_text":"My car has 50,000 miles on it and is just over 4 years old.  The steering column has failed causing it to not be able to steer.  The service for this is a new steering column at a cost of over $5,000.00.    The Y models and 3 models had a recall on this issue.  Now it looks like","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-screen-blackout-reboot","label":"Touchscreen and instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03-20 → 2025-08-26","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11422651","quote_1_text":"Since my delivery date of 12/4/2020 I have had four different times where both of the screens on my Tesla Model X have gone blank.  On two of the occasions the vehicle was parked but on two other occasions the vehicle was being operated at highway speeds on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11408658","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR LOST POWER TO ALL SCREENS AND FUNCTIONS SUCH AS SIGNALS AND SPEEDOMETER ALL STOPPED WORKING. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM REBOOTED IN 10 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES IN MATER OF 3 MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11683268","quote_3_text":"While driving our screen shut down, autopilot and GPS stopped working and the doors would not open. My kids were stuck on multiple occasions and had to climb through the front seats.  Tesla has already confirmed that the Driver Assistance System ECU (Turbo A and Turbo B…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-suspension-control-arm","label":"Front suspension control arm and half shaft failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03-20 → 2025-07-17","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11403993","quote_1_text":"HERE IS A 2021 MODEL X IN THE JUNKYARD.  HTTPS://WWW.IAAI.COM/VEHICLEDETAILS/39434989?TENANT=US&ROWNUMBER=19  THE BACK WHEEL AND SUSPENSION HAS SNAPPED OFF.  THIS IS NOT THE RESULT OF A CRASH IT IS THE RESULT OF A MANUFACTURING DEFECT.  THE…","quote_2_odi":"11563163","quote_2_text":"Several weeks after this a rattle developed and the car went back in in July and the control arm had to be replaced. In november the car started making more noise and only 9k miles later the inner front tires wore worn to the steel belt and had to be changed again also at this…","quote_3_odi":"11668235","quote_3_text":"The front suspension defect on my 2021 Model X, confirmed by St. Petersburg Service Center (Invoice #3000S0013156326), presents a serious safety hazard.  Timeline & Concern:  Reported Dec 4, 2024, under ESA.  Example of Tesla’s delay tactics—service was scheduled…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-sudden-unintended-accel","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration and vehicle speed control loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04-02 → 2021-10-26","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11438228","quote_1_text":"My Tesla Model-x went into 'Sudden Unintended Acceleration' mode, went left to right to left in a violent way, picking up speed like a rocket. I applied the breaks repeatedly, but the car did not stop and continued to race on the road for about 0.3 mile where the road takes…","quote_2_odi":"11406053","quote_2_text":"AS WE REACHED THE CHARGING STATION WE SLOWED DOWN THE CAR BY TAKING FOOT OFF THE PEDAL AND WAS ABOUT TO CHANGE GEARS TO REVERSE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND ENDED UP HITTING ONE OF THE CHARGING STATIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-windshield-visibility","label":"Windshield cracking and optical distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12-17 → 2025-02-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11640531","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked due to defrosting; yes available for inspection upon request.  If the windshield shatters due to defrosting this is serious safety risk and what can happen while driving is limited less.  Vehicle was inspected by Tesla located in Peabody, Massachusetts and the…","quote_2_odi":"11444199","quote_2_text":"The windshield has a mottling defect which is not obvious in normal light BUT -  drive into the sun and suddenly you are blinded.  It must be a known situation as the boards report this on many different models.  We have owned a prior Tesla X so it is not us getting used to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-frunk-hood-latch","label":"Front trunk hood latch unintended opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-12-07 → 2024-12-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11629420","quote_1_text":"Unintended, unexpected opening of front frunk hood while driving slowly in a parking lot into a strong wind gust.   I did not deploy frunk switch and Secondary latch apparently inoperative","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-12v-battery-discharge","label":"Repeated 12V auxiliary battery discharge","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-10-17 → 2024-10-17","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11620318","quote_1_text":"12v Battery is keep discharging in every two to three months. Tesla service can't find issues or not telling me what is the reason. I have got 5 replacements of 12v battery in last one year.  So I think there is a issue in car or bug they are not able to fix it because of…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-rear-glass-spontaneous-crack","label":"Rear glass cracks without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11537263","quote_1_text":"Back windshield spontaneously cracked from the heat","quote_2_odi":"11480467","quote_2_text":"My rear glass cracked. However, there was no damage to suggest an impact of any sort. I looked carefully and saw there was no damage to suggest this was caused by an impact","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-passenger-restraint-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11653334","quote_1_text":"There is a warning on my car saying “front passenger safety restraint system fault”. The Tesla service center says the fix requires an air bag replacement and to replace the seat sensor. Does this not impact the safety of the passenger?","quote_2_odi":"11608226","quote_2_text":"My car has been having this issue since it was purchased in 2018. An alert appears on the screen which says, \"Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault/Service is Required.\" I had the car serviced four times by Tesla under warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking on cruise control or autopilot","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11502607","quote_1_text":"The vehicle frequently applies emergency braking when approaching overpasses at night while driving on highways at night at normal speeds. This happens about once per 100 miles or so","quote_2_odi":"11473378","quote_2_text":"Experiencing unexpected braking on freeway while on cruise control. Car brakes for apparently no reason. There is no warning, vehicles in sight, on clear sunny day. Has braked up to 3 times/hr on two different days on road trip","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-autopilot-lane-departure-malfunction","label":"Autopilot and lane departure malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11421345","quote_1_text":"The Autopilot system on my vehicle malfunctioned, leading to the vehicle colliding into a stationary road barrier at highway speeds. The vehicle sustained severe damage as a result of the collision and was no longer operable","quote_2_odi":"11559386","quote_2_text":"I had just finished Supercharging my vehicle from 50% to 80% and when I entered the car to drive home two warnings showed up 1. Steering assist was reduced and it might be more difficult to drive; and 2. Lane departure avoidance warning was not working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-mcu-touchscreen-failure","label":"Media control unit and touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11330643","quote_1_text":"THE TOUCHSCREEN ON MY 2012 TESLA MODEL S BECOMES UNRESPONSIVE EACH TIME I START THE CAR. THIS DRAMATICALLY LIMITS THE CAR'S FUNCTIONALITY AND REQUIRES A SEVERAL MINUTE LONG RESET PROCESS. THE CAR IS STATIONARY AS IT HAPPENS WHEN I FIRST TRY TO START IT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11330717","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF REAR VIEW CAMERA. THE MIDDLE TOUCH SCREEN OR MCU QUIT WORKING. THIS IS MY 3RD MCU. THE CAR HAS 41K MILES. THE LAST ONE LASTED JUST OVER 1 YEAR, JUST OUT OF A 1 YEAR WARRANTY. THE MCU CONTROLS ALMOST ALL FEATURES OF THE CAR, INCLUDING THE REAR CAMERA FOR BACKING UP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11417617","quote_3_text":"In December 2018 our 2012 Tesla Model S experienced a failure that was later identified as part of a recall. Tesla Service replaced the MCU at our expense - a bill that ran to more than $2400","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-drive-unit-failure","label":"Drive unit noise and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11422548","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal humming sound detected coming from the drive unit. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11510630","quote_2_text":"The drive unit has water damage from normal driving. The car never went through deep water or was flooded, but the tech at the service center is saying the units are sealed but still can get water in them and corrode","quote_3_odi":"11434069","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle independently shifted to neutral. An unknown warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-suspension-steering-failure","label":"Suspension link and steering knuckle failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11208159","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 TESLA MODEL S P85 WITH 90,000 MILES. I NOTICED THE CAR FISHTAIL AGGRESSIVELY WHEN I ACCELERATED A FEW WEEKS AGO AT FREEWAY SPEEDS OF 55MPH AND ABOVE, TOOK IT IN TO TESLA SERVICE AND THEY EXPLAINED THAT I HAD A CRACK IN MY SUBFRAME","quote_2_odi":"10885723","quote_2_text":"NOTICED THIS PROBLEM AFTER I WAS BACKING UP AND TURNING MY WHEELS AND WOULD HEAR A LOUD METAL ON METAL \"CLUNK\" OR \"GRINDING\" SOUND. IT WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT-LEFT SUSPENSION AND WOULD OCCUR CAUSING MY WHEEL AND STEERING TO FEEL LIKE IT WAS SKIPPING","quote_3_odi":"11296639","quote_3_text":"SLOWLY BACKING UP AND REAR SUB FRAME MOTOR MOUNT BROKE. ON A CITY STREET UNDER 5MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-battery-range-shutdown","label":"Battery range reduction and unexpected shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11444023","quote_1_text":"I appears that Tesla had capped my battery. I have lost significant range for no reason and they have no explanation","quote_2_odi":"11408600","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY OVER THE HILL THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN ON ME AND IT WAS 43% ON THE BATTERY AND IT KEEPS SHOWING THE YELLOW ON THE DASH SAYING THAT BATTERY IS OVERHEATING","quote_3_odi":"11468855","quote_3_text":"Both the 12 volt system and High voltage battery system or a component communicating between the two failed. I received a warning message that my vehicle may not restart and within 30 seconds it completely shutdown while driving in the middle of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-mcu-emmc-failure","label":"MCU/eMMC failure disabling turn signals and camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11695537","quote_1_text":"The main touchscreen (MCU1) and instrument cluster on my 2014 Tesla Model S frequently freeze, reboot, or go blank while driving. When this happens, I lose access to defrost, turn signals, backup camera, and speed display. I contacted Tesla Service, but they refused to repair or","quote_2_odi":"11361613","quote_2_text":"LARGE SCREEN STOPPED RESPONDING, TURN SIGNALS STOPPED WORKING. HAD TO PULL OVER AND REBOOT. NEXT DAY SCREEN SHOWED A LOT OF ARTIFACTS AND I HAD TO REBOOT AGAIN TO REMEDY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-suspension-control-arm-failure","label":"Suspension control arm and fore link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11552027","quote_1_text":"Our right rear lower control arm broke off at the outer end. The wheel and hub dropped and cambered out away from the vehicle and the vehicle could not be driven. Fortunately this occurred entering our driveway at low speed. The car was taken to Tesla and we believe should have","quote_2_odi":"11566620","quote_2_text":"Front control arms left and right FR SUSP FORE LINK ASSY , only the replacement is available for inspection upon request. The safety that was put at risk is unknown. It was repaired by Tesla at my expense. There were no warning lamps, messages the only symptoms was noise, metal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-door-handle-failure","label":"Retractable door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11636859","quote_1_text":"Drivers door handle failed to operate, occupant was locked out of vehicle, safety of operator was compromised as elderly operator has to climb over passenger and center console to enter drivers area. Problem is ongoing as door handle will not operate at all. Vehicle has not been","quote_2_odi":"11424104","quote_2_text":"The front passenger door handle has not extended for more than 90 days. The right rear door handle was replaced on 3/22/21 and has also failed. Tesla apparently has a giant parts shortage and has thus been unable to replace this door handle for months. All four door handles have","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-drive-unit-coolant-leak","label":"Large Drive Unit coolant leak into motor","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11622039","quote_1_text":"The rotor seal on the Large Drive Units on Tesla Model S and X fail, causing coolant to leak into the drive unit, flooding it and damaging the inverter. This leads to a replacement cost from Tesla for approximately $7 - $8,000. As this is a design failure this should be a recall","quote_2_odi":"11676492","quote_2_text":"Coolant ingress found on second Model S large drive unit in rear. After this leak destroyed my first vehicle, second was checked as a precaution and was found to have coolant leaking into drive unit as well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-display-adhesive-delamination","label":"Instrument display adhesive delamination and leak","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11589771","quote_1_text":"LCD dashboard is bubbling and liquid seems to be leaking within the dashboard screen. In some online research, there are concerns that contaminants can infilitrate the cabin when this happens. The problem seems to be pervasive for cars made by Tesla from 2012 to 2014. There were","quote_2_odi":"11470279","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that the instrument cluster was delaminating and distorted. The contact was unable to see the messages and sensors. The contact stated that the liquid crystal fluid was leaking. The local dealer was not contacted. The","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-autopilot-phantom-braking","label":"Autopilot phantom braking on adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11449988","quote_1_text":"When using Autopilot / TAC cruise control the vehicle sometimes applies the brakes for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11492996","quote_2_text":"My car has severe phantom breaking due to adaptive cruise control. When I use my Tesla's cruise control on the freeway, on a complete flat straight away that has no vehicle in front of me, no sign/bridge in front of me, and no items/object in front of me, my vehicle while","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11412733","quote_1_text":"2014 TESLA P85. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INTO THE WALL OF THE GARAGE, WHILE HER FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR WALL AND THE FRONT WALL OF THE GARAGE WERE BADLY DAMAGED. THE CONSUMER","quote_2_odi":"11575320","quote_2_text":"On February 11, 2024, as I was entering my house garage at a very low speed, the car suddenly accelerated and hit the wall of my garage, causing damage to the garage and interior of my house. The car was insured by State Fram. It was towed to a shop for repair at which time the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11414861","quote_1_text":"THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11600876","quote_2_text":"The steering assist failed while driving. Causing near collision and very difficult to drive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"}]}