Tesla Model Y News
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2021-2023 Tesla Model Y Digital Owner's Manual
This manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10247837) clarifies that 2021-2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles do not come with a physical owner's manual. Instead, all content is integrated into the vehicle's software and displayed on the touchscreen, customized to your specific vehicle configuration.
2021-2023 Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual Information
This document provides essential information regarding the owner's manual for 2021-2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles. Tesla integrates all owner's manual content directly into the vehicle's software, accessible via the touchscreen, with content tailored to each specific vehicle's configuration.
2023 Tesla Model Y Wiper Ticking Noise TSB
A manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10247389) addresses a ticking noise that may occur from the passenger side windshield wiper arm on some 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles built at Fremont. This document clarifies that the noise does not affect wiper performance.
2021-2023 Tesla Autosteer Recall 23V838000
Tesla has issued a recall (NHTSA ID 23V838000) for 2021-2023 Model S, Model X, Model 3, and Model Y vehicles due to an Autosteer software issue. The recall addresses concerns that the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse, increasing crash risk. A free over-the-air…
2021-2023 Tesla Model Y Owner's Manual Availability
Tesla Model Y vehicles from 2021-2023 do not come with a physical owner's manual. Instead, the complete Tesla Model Y owner's manual is integrated into the vehicle's software and accessible via the touchscreen, displaying content relevant to your specific configuration and software version.
2023 Tesla Model Y Knee Impact Foam TSB
A manufacturer communication, NHTSA ID 10240945, addresses a potential issue with the front passenger knee impact foam in some 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles. This foam, a crucial safety component, may need to be installed in affected vehicles built in Giga Austin.
2023 Tesla Model Y Forward Camera Recall
Tesla has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 23V489000) for certain 2023 Model Y, Model S, and Model X vehicles. The recall addresses a misaligned forward-facing camera that can cause critical active safety features, such as emergency braking and lane assist, to become unavailable without alerting the…
2021-2023 Tesla Model Y Digital Owner's Manual Info
Tesla Model Y vehicles from 2021-2023 do not come with a physical owner's manual. Instead, all relevant owner's manual content is integrated into the vehicle's software and displayed on the touchscreen, as detailed in NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10238122.
2023 Tesla Model Y Range Reduction TSB
Certain 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles may experience a reduction in driving range due to a manufacturing defect in the structural pack High Voltage (HV) battery. This issue, detailed in NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 10238116, means the battery may not meet Tesla's specifications.
2023 Tesla Model Y Battery Disconnect Recall
Tesla has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 23V434000, Tesla SB-23-16-005) for certain 2023 Model Y and Model 3 vehicles due to a defective pyrotechnic battery disconnect. This issue could prevent the high voltage battery from isolating after a crash, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.
2022-2023 Tesla Model Y Steering Wheel Recall
Tesla has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 23V385000) for certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The recall addresses a potentially loose steering wheel fastener that could lead to the steering wheel disconnecting, causing a loss of steering control and increasing the risk of a crash.
2021-2023 Tesla Model Y Liftgate Water Leak TSB
A manufacturer communication (TSB NHTSA ID 10235970) indicates that some 2021-2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles may experience a water leak in the rear trunk area, originating from the liftgate assembly. Owners should contact Tesla service for inspection and repair.
2021-2023 Tesla Model Y Rear Trunk Water Leak TSB
Tesla has issued a manufacturer communication (NHTSA ID 10235967) addressing water leaks in the rear trunk area of 2021-2023 Model Y vehicles. This issue, potentially caused by the liftgate assembly, can lead to water ingress. Learn what to look for and how to address it.
2021-2022 Tesla Model Y Braking & Stability Alerts
Some 2021-2022 Tesla Model Y vehicles may display "braking and stability control related alerts" on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during power-on. This issue stems from a missing hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire. A vehicle power cycle can typically restore functionality.
2021 Tesla Model Y Braking and Stability Control Alerts
Some 2021 Tesla Model Y vehicles may display "braking and stability control related alerts" on the instrument cluster and touchscreen during power-on. This issue stems from a missing hydraulic control unit (HCU) wake-up wire. A simple vehicle power cycle can typically resolve these Tesla Model Y…
2023 Tesla Model Y Third-Row USB Power Issue
A technical service bulletin (TSB) for the 2023 Tesla Model Y addresses an issue where the third-row seat USB power may not function. This problem, affecting vehicles with a seven-seat interior, requires the replacement of the RH body controller module.
2022 Tesla Model Y Windshield Washer Fluid Issue
Certain 2022 Tesla Model Y vehicles manufactured at Giga Austin may have been filled with windshield washer fluid that does not meet Tesla specifications, potentially causing it to freeze and not spray onto the windshield in cold temperatures. This issue is documented under NHTSA ID 10232913.
2022-2023 Tesla Model Y Seat Bolt Recall
Tesla has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 23V130000) for certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The recall addresses potentially loose bolts securing the second-row seat back frames, which could compromise seat belt performance and increase injury risk during a crash. Owners will be notified to have their…
2016-2023 Tesla FSD Beta Unsafe Driving Recall
Tesla has issued a recall for certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software. The system may exhibit unsafe behaviors at intersections and with speed limits, increasing crash risk. A free over-the-air…
2023 Tesla Model Y Suspension Lateral Link Recall
Tesla has announced a recall for certain 2023 Model Y vehicles concerning improperly attached front suspension lateral link fasteners. This defect, identified by NHTSA ID 22V895000 and Tesla's SB-22-31-002, can lead to vehicle instability and increase the risk of a crash.
2020-2023 Tesla Model Y Taillight Recall
Tesla has issued a recall for certain 2020-2023 Model Y and 2023 Model 3 vehicles due to intermittently failing taillights. This can reduce vehicle visibility and increase crash risk. A free over-the-air software update is available as a remedy. Owners were notified starting January 2023.