
Tesla Model Y 2020–2026 Parts
1st generation · Electric · RWD / AWD
- 31 common parts
- 43 recall campaigns
- 4,370 NHTSA complaints
Cooling 1
- Check price on AmazonRadiator cooling fanOverheating at idle or with the A/C on.Not used on the selected year
Brakes 8
- Check price on AmazonFront brake rotorsPulsing pedal or steering wheel shake when braking.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonFront brake padsSqueal from the wear indicator or a grinding noise.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonFront brake caliperCar pulls to one side or a pad wears unevenly.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear brake rotorsPulsing pedal or grinding noise.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear brake padsSqueal from the wear indicator or a grinding noise.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear brake caliperSticking caliper or uneven pad wear.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonABS wheel speed sensorABS or traction-control light on; front and rear sensors differ.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonBrake hoseCracked or swollen rubber lines; a soft pedal.Not used on the selected year
Suspension 8
- Check price on AmazonFront shock absorberBouncing, nose-dive when braking or leaking fluid.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear shock absorberBouncy rear end or uneven tire wear.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonFront lower control armClunk over bumps from worn bushings.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonBall jointClunk or wander; check for play with the wheel off the ground.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonSway bar linkRattle or knock over small bumps.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonFront wheel bearingHumming noise that changes with speed.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear wheel hub and bearingHumming or grinding from the rear that rises with speed.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear coil springSagging rear or a broken coil.Not used on the selected year
Steering 3
- Check price on AmazonOuter tie rod endLoose steering or uneven front tire wear.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonInner tie rodClunk when turning; replace in pairs and align.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonSteering rackLeaks, play in the wheel or a knock when turning.Not used on the selected year
Electrical 4
- Check price on Amazon12V batterySlow cranking or electrical warnings. Check group size before ordering.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonBlower motorWeak or no air from the vents on some fan speeds.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonA/C compressorWarm air from the vents or a noisy clutch.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonTire pressure sensorTPMS warning stays on after setting tire pressures.Not used on the selected year
Drivetrain 2
- Check price on AmazonFront half shaft Dual motor (AWD) onlyClicking when turning or a torn boot.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonRear half shaftClicking or vibration from the rear axle shafts.Not used on the selected year
Body & Lighting 4
- Check price on AmazonHeadlight assemblyHazy or yellowed lenses. Housings vary by year and trim; confirm fitment.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonTail light assemblyCracked lens or moisture inside the housing.Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonSide mirrorChoose the side and features (heated, power fold, signal).Not used on the selected year
- Check price on AmazonWiper bladesReplace every 6–12 months; driver and passenger lengths differ.Not used on the selected year
Filters & Maintenance 1
- Check price on AmazonCabin air filterWeak airflow or musty smell from the vents.Tesla recommends replacing the cabin filters every 2 years (every year in China).Not used on the selected year
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About the 2020–2026 Model Y
Overview
The 1st generation Tesla Model Y covers the 2020–2026 model years in the US. Note: includes the 2025 refresh. The EPA lists 1 powertrain for this generation: Electric (2020–2026). Drive types: RWD / AWD. Transmissions: Single-speed.
The parts list above covers items commonly replaced on these vehicles, grouped by system.
Engines & specs
| Engine | Years | Drive | Transmission | EPA MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | 2020–2026 | RWD / AWD | Single-speed | RWD: 128–148 city / 112–129 hwy / 120–138 comb. MPGe AWD: 110–133 city / 97–120 hwy / 104–127 comb. MPGe Range: 244–357 miles |
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov vehicle data.
Common problems reported to NHTSA
| Mention in complaint | 2020–22 | 2023–24 | 2025–26 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake problems | 1,030 / 2,266 | 497 / 1,537 | 140 / 567 |
| Steering problems | 238 / 2,266 | 297 / 1,537 | 88 / 567 |
| Suspension noise or failure | 142 / 2,266 | 140 / 1,537 | 23 / 567 |
| Electrical or battery problems | 129 / 2,266 | 78 / 1,537 | 22 / 567 |
| Airbag warning or airbags | 92 / 2,266 | 77 / 1,537 | 28 / 567 |
| Infotainment or screen | 87 / 2,266 | 73 / 1,537 | 24 / 567 |
| Windshield wipers | 47 / 2,266 | 62 / 1,537 | 6 / 567 |
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA (4,370 for 2020–2026), counted by words in the complaint text. One complaint can mention several issues; the second number is all complaints for those years.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Top components in complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 24 | 286 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Unknown Or Other, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking |
| 2021 | 23 | 1,100 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking, Service Brakes |
| 2022 | 20 | 880 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking, Vehicle Speed Control |
| 2023 | 17 | 1,198 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking, Steering |
| 2024 | 5 | 339 | Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking, Unknown Or Other |
| 2025 | 3 | 115 | Unknown Or Other, Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking |
| 2026 | 8 | 452 | Unknown Or Other, Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking |
Source: NHTSA (U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) recalls and complaints data, retrieved November 2026.
Recalls (43 campaigns)
- Exterior Lighting (2020, NHTSA 20V609000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. - Suspension: Front, Control Arm (2020, NHTSA 20V709000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles. - Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components, Disc (2020–2021, NHTSA 21V387000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. - Seat Belts: Rear / Other, Retractor (2020–2021, NHTSA 21V388000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. - Seat Belts (2020–2021, NHTSA 21V389000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. - Suspension: Critical Fasteners (2020–2021, NHTSA 21V835000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. - Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System, Camera (2020–2021, NHTSA 21V846000)
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. - Suspension (2020–2022, NHTSA 21V912000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: ADAS, Autonomous / Self Driving (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V037000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Software (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V045000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Software (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V050000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Software (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V063000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. - Electrical System: Software (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V235000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. - Visibility: Power Window Devices And Controls (2020–2022, NHTSA 22V702000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. - Exterior Lighting: Tail Lights (2020–2023, NHTSA 22V844000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. - Steering: Automated / Adaptive Steering (2020–2023, NHTSA 23V085000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 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 or pending installation. - Electrical System: ADAS, Autonomous / Self Driving (2020–2023, NHTSA 23V838000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that conta… - Electrical System: Instrument Cluster / Panel (2020–2024, NHTSA 24V051000)
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. - Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings, External / Pedestrian Alert (2020–2022, NHTSA 24V153000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. - Seat Belts: Front, Warning Light / Devices (2020–2023, NHTSA 24V376000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. - Latches / Locks / Linkages: Hood, Latch (2020–2024, NHTSA 24V554000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. - Tires: Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems (2020–2025, NHTSA 24V935000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. - Back Over Prevention: Software (2020–2023, NHTSA 26V283000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. - Exterior Lighting: Headlights (2020–2023, NHTSA 26V507000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. - Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking (2021, NHTSA 22V317000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model 3 and 2021 Model Y vehicles. - Back Over Prevention: Display Function (2022, NHTSA 22V296000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. - Seats: Critical Fasteners (2022–2023, NHTSA 23V130000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. - Steering: Steering Wheel / Handle Bar (2022–2023, NHTSA 23V385000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. - Suspension: Subframe / Mounting Bracket (2023, NHTSA 22V895000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Propulsion System, Traction Battery (2023, NHTSA 23V434000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. - Forward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System, Camera (2023, NHTSA 23V489000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, Model X, and Model Y vehicles. - Back Over Prevention: Sensing System, Camera (2023, NHTSA 24V035000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, X, and Y vehicles equipped with full self-driving computer 4.0 and running a software release version 2023.44.30 through 2023.44.30.6 or 2023.44.100. - Back Over Prevention: Software (2023–2025, NHTSA 25V002000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. - Steering: Electric Power Assist System (2023, NHTSA 25V092000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. - Seats: Front Assembly, Recliner (2024, NHTSA 24V886000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. - Equipment: Other, Labels (2025–2026, NHTSA 26V315000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Model Y vehicles. - Visibility: Windshield Wiper / Washer, Linkages (2026, NHTSA 25V359000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. - Seats: Critical Fasteners (2026, NHTSA 25V410000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Horn (2026, NHTSA 25V490000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Wiring (2026, NHTSA 25V658000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. - Electrical System: Propulsion System, Fuses, Relays, Contacts, And Shunts (2026, NHTSA 25V690000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. - Structure: Body, Bumpers (2026, NHTSA 26V445000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. - Suspension: Critical Fasteners (2026, NHTSA 26V558000)
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles.
Source: NHTSA. Check open recalls for your vehicle with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.