Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2024 Tesla Model Y
The 2024 Tesla Model Y has multiple recall campaigns, mostly related to software and seat issues. There is also a significant number of owner complaints, primarily concerning forward collision avoidance and electrical systems. The evidence suggests potential areas of concern, but more data is required for absolute conclusions.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2024 Tesla Model Y has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns and 337 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V002000 Rearview Camera Image May Fail/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V935000 TPMS Light May Not Remain Illuminated/FMVSS 138 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V886000 Front Seat Back Recliners Improperly Welded NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V554000 Software May Fail to Detect Unlatched Hood NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V051000 Incorrect Font Size on Warning Lights/FMVSS 105 NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Forward Collision Avoidance 127 complaints
- Electrical System 63 complaints
- Back Over Prevention 61 complaints
- Unknown or Other 58 complaints
- Lane Departure 50 complaints
- Vehicle Speed Control 37 complaints
Of the 337 complaints on file, 75 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 337 complaints, owners report 61 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Forward collision alert failures
How to check: Test the forward collision feature for proper alerts
Rearview camera image loss
How to check: Check rearview camera during inspection
Tire pressure monitor failures
How to check: Check TPMS warning light remains active
Front seat recliner weld failure
How to check: Inspect seat structure for stability
Instrument panel font size issue
How to check: Verify readability of panel warnings
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for dashboard alerts or warnings
Red flag: Persistent warning lights
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Notice any electrical system malfunctions
Red flag: Non-responsive touch screen
- 03
City driving
What to check: Test forward collision avoidance
Red flag: No alerts or unnecessary alerts
- 04
Braking
What to check: Check brake responsiveness and noise
Red flag: Jerky or unresponsive braking
- 05
Parking
What to check: Verify rearview camera functionality
Red flag: Camera image not clear
- 06
Lane change
What to check: Monitor lane departure alerts
Red flag: Lack of or excess alerts
- 07
Highway acceleration
What to check: Test steering and vehicle control
Red flag: Unstable or pulling steering
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the forward collision system been checked?
- Are there any unresolved recall repairs?
- Has there been an issue with the rearview camera?
- Have seat welds been inspected for defects?
- Is the tire pressure monitoring system reliable?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle service history
- Recall repair records
- Owner's manual
- Warranty documentation
- Title and registration
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2024 Tesla Model Y at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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