2019 Tesla Model Y

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2019 Tesla Model Y
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:00:47.090Z

Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 0 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Tesla Model Y Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2019 highlighted. 2019: 0 complaints 2019 2020: 271 complaints 2020 2021: 1032 complaints 2021 2022: 824 complaints 2022 2023: 1087 complaints 2023 2024: 292 complaints 2024 2025: 87 complaints 2025 2026: 273 complaints 2026
2019: 0 complaints
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YearComplaints
20190
2020271
20211032
2022824
20231087
2024292
202587
2026273

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

No complaint components on file for this model year.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210723 — seat belts

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.

Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and replace both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.

Campaign 21V388000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20210723 — seat belts

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.

Remedy: Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.

Campaign 21V389000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210813 — PE (closed 20220608)

Autopilot & First Responder Scenes

I 20211221 — PE (closed 20230526)

Tesla Passenger Play

I 20230407 — DP (closed 20260318)

Defect Petition Interlock Request

I 20230629 — DP (open)

Sudden Unintended Acceleration

R 20240221 — electrical system

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles.

Remedy: Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Campaign 24V051000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Tesla Model Y — pre-purchase inspection

  • Verify recall 21V388000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V389000 (seat belts) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V051000 (electrical system) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2025 ▲ 2020 ▲ 2026

WORST YEARS

■ 2023 ■ 2021 ■ 2022

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Tesla Model Y reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

How many recalls does the 2019 Tesla Model Y have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.