| Powertrain Group | Engine / Drivetrain | City MPGe | Hwy MPGe | Combined MPGe | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| Standard Range RWD 100% Electric | All-Electric Dual/Single Motor Automatic (A1) • Rear-Wheel Drive | 139.8564 | 118.746 | 129.4967 MPGe | 244 mi | $600 / yr |
| Long Range AWD 100% Electric | All-Electric Dual/Single Motor Automatic (A1) • All-Wheel Drive | 131.4219 | 117.2121 | 124.6231 MPGe | 326 mi | $600 / yr |
| Performance AWD 100% Electric | All-Electric Dual/Single Motor Automatic (A1) • All-Wheel Drive | 114.9078 | 105.6138 | 110.5307 MPGe | 303 mi | $700 / yr |
Electric Range & Charging: The 2021 Tesla Model Y provides an official EPA-rated driving range of up to 326 miles on a single battery charge.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2021 Tesla Model Y.
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2021 Tesla Model Y models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Summary: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Free Manufacturer 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.
Affected Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Summary: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Defect Summary: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
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