Owners have reported 18 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries and 1 death to NHTSA for the 2025 Tesla Model Y. These are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defect rates.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Owners report several recurring issues with the electrical systems in the 2025 Tesla Model Y. Complaints frequently mention failures in safety-critical features such as the AP4 computer, which affects functions like cruise control, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking. Multiple owners describe symptoms including non-functional cameras, GPS, and touchscreen failures, with some issues emerging shortly after software updates or during specific environmental conditions like rain. Notably, two complaints involve fires, with one resulting in a fatal crash, and another incident of smoke leading to visible flames. These patterns suggest significant safety implications, particularly concerning system failures that undermine vehicle control and safety features.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 2 fire, 0 injury reports
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FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Owners report multiple issues with the forward collision avoidance system in the 2025 Tesla Model Y, primarily involving unexpected braking and steering behaviors. Complaints frequently mention sudden, hard braking when no obstacles are present, and instances of the vehicle veering unexpectedly, potentially leading to unsafe situations. One crash is reported due to unintentional acceleration while parking. Several owners describe these issues occurring at various mileages, sometimes immediately after a software update or at low mileages. Safety implications include the risk of rear-end collisions and unintended lane changes, which are significant concerns for potential buyers.
Severity signals: 1 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Owners of the 2025 Tesla Model Y report issues primarily related to unexpected vehicle behavior and safety feature malfunctions. Multiple complaints describe incidents of unintended acceleration, particularly when the vehicle is in reverse, sometimes resulting in crashes. Another common issue involves the Full Self-Driving system failing to recognize traffic signals, posing a risk of potential accidents. Additionally, owners mention problems with the horn becoming inaudible in adverse weather conditions, which could compromise safety. These issues are reported at various times within the first year of ownership, highlighting potential safety concerns for prospective buyers.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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SERVICE BRAKES
Owners report several issues with the braking system of the 2025 Tesla Model Y, including unexpected activation of the automatic emergency braking system and complete brake failure. Complaints frequently mention the vehicle braking abruptly without any apparent obstacle, potentially causing rear-end collisions. Some owners describe the car failing to decelerate despite firm brake pedal pressure, leading to crashes. A few reports indicate that these issues occur intermittently and unpredictably, with symptoms such as regenerative braking disengaging or the vehicle rolling unexpectedly when stationary. These problems are noted in vehicles as new as three months old, with some incidents resulting in crashes and one injury, highlighting significant safety implications for potential buyers.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
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VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Owners report several issues with the 2025 Tesla Model Y's vehicle speed control, particularly following software updates. Complaints frequently mention erratic speed changes, with the Full Self-Driving System misinterpreting speed limits by as much as +/- 25 mph, causing unexpected acceleration or deceleration. Another issue involves unintended acceleration, sometimes when using the turn signal or during braking, leading to two reported crashes, one of which resulted in injuries. These issues occur at various mileages, with one incident reported at approximately 7,213 miles. Safety implications include crashes and loss of vehicle control, which are critical considerations for potential buyers.
Severity signals: 2 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
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LANE DEPARTURE
Owners report frequent issues with the 2025 Tesla Model Y's Full Self-Driving (FSD) and safety systems, particularly involving lane departure and collision avoidance. Complaints commonly mention the FSD system failing to maintain lane integrity, leading to crashes when the system disengages unexpectedly or navigates lanes improperly. Additional symptoms include the complete failure of camera systems and backup alerts, resulting in blind spots and collisions when reversing. These issues are noted shortly after purchase, with some occurring within weeks. The safety implications are significant, with multiple reports of crashes and near-misses due to system malfunctions.
Severity signals: 3 crash, 0 fire, 0 injury reports
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STEERING
Owners report issues with the steering system of the 2025 Tesla Model Y, particularly during adverse weather conditions and when using autopilot features. Complaints frequently mention the steering becoming unresponsive or locking, leading to a loss of vehicle control and crashes, with one report noting physical injuries. Symptoms include error messages such as "Steering Assist reduced" and significant difficulty in steering, requiring excessive effort to maneuver the vehicle. These issues appear in both new vehicles, with one instance occurring in a car less than 20 days old, and during the use of full self-driving capabilities. The safety implications are significant, as multiple reports involve crashes and a loss of control, which are critical for potential buyers to consider.
Severity signals: 3 crash, 0 fire, 1 injury reports
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AIR BAGS
Owners of the 2025 Tesla Model Y report airbag deployment failures during crashes, with three complaints involving accidents where airbags did not deploy. In two instances, seat belts also failed to lock or retract, and one owner noted that the emergency auto brake did not activate. These incidents occurred at varied mileage, with one report specifying 4,444 miles. Safety implications are significant, as two of the crashes resulted in injuries. Buyers should be aware that these issues are reported in severe collision scenarios, potentially impacting occupant safety.
Severity signals: 3 crash, 0 fire, 2 injury reports
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VISIBILITY/WIPER
Owners of the 2025 Tesla Model Y report issues with windshield cracking when using the defrost mode in extremely cold temperatures. One owner describes the windshield cracking during defrost mode activation in single-digit temperatures, with the vehicle having only 14,000 miles. Another complaint, though primarily focused on software, does not report visibility issues. The reported windshield issue does not indicate immediate safety implications like crashes or loss of control, but the cost of repair is noted as significant. This information is pertinent for used car buyers in cold climates who may rely heavily on defrost functionality.
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STRUCTURE
Owners report two primary structural issues with the 2025 Tesla Model Y. First, there are incidents involving the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system where the vehicle fails to adequately detect obstacles during reverse parking, resulting in collisions, such as with fixed poles, and causing dents. Second, there are reports of the front hood (frunk) unexpectedly flying open while driving, shattering the windshield and obstructing the driver's view, necessitating emergency stops. These issues are reported to occur regardless of the owner's adherence to operating guidelines and can lead to significant safety hazards, including loss of visibility and potential crashes.
