Overview
- On record
- 4 warnings, 17 recalls
What changed for 2023
- The Standard Range AWD goes on general sale in April and ends in September, and from June it comes only with a black interior. From mid-year, higher-definition cameras, ambient lighting, retuned suspension and a new Autopilot computer. A Rear-Wheel Drive returns in October. Drive Tesla, CarGurus, a published reference
Colors
- Midnight Silver MetallicPMNG, 2020–2024
- Red Multi-Coat2020–2024
- Pearl White Multi-CoatPPSW
- Solid BlackPBSB
- Deep Blue MetallicPPSB
Interiors
- Black
- White
Sources: Electrek, SlashGear, Drive Tesla
Specs
Motors
- Single motor (2021–2025) Edmunds, a published reference
- Dual motor Tesla, Edmunds
Drivetrains
- All-wheel drive Tesla, Edmunds
- Rear-wheel drive (2021–2025) Edmunds, a published reference
Trims
- Long Range AWD Tesla, Edmunds
- Performance Tesla, Edmunds
- Standard Range AWD (2022–2023) Edmunds, a published reference
- Rear-Wheel Drive (2023–2024) Edmunds, a published reference
Packages
- Seven-seat interior (2021–2025) Edmunds, Electrek
- Tow hitch CarGurus
- Full Self-Driving Capability CarGurus
Figures for the whole Original
- Long Range EPA range, 2020: 316 miles Edmunds, CarGurus
- Performance EPA range, 2020: Up to 291 miles Edmunds
- Standard Range RWD EPA range, 2021: 244 miles Edmunds, a published reference
- Standard Range AWD EPA range: 279 miles Edmunds, a published reference
- Drag coefficient: 0.23 A published reference
- Deliveries in 2023: 1.2 million A published reference
Watch out
Faults owners and the press report, and how to spot each one.
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Loose front suspension fasteners 2020–2023
Check: Confirm that the recalls were done: 20V709000 for the upper arm bolts on 2020 cars, 21V835000 for the lateral links on 2020 and 2021 cars, and 22V895000 for the lateral links on 2023 cars.
Bolts and fasteners in the front suspension may not have been tightened, and an arm or link can come away. NHTSA
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Creaking front suspension All years
Check: Drive slowly over speed bumps and turn the wheel to full lock, and listen for creaks or squeaks from the front.
BGR reports creaks and rattles from the suspension, and names two causes: water getting into the upper control arm ball joints and wearing them out early, and torn inner bushings on the lateral and compliance links. Owners in a Tesla Motors Club thread, one with a 2021 Long Range, say the creak can come and go with the weather before it gets worse. BGR, owners' reports (unofficial)
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Panel gaps, paint and leaks All years
Check: Look along every panel gap and over the paint in good light, and make sure the trunk floor is dry.
BGR reports paint that scratches easily and misaligned panels, with gaps wide enough to let rain into the trunk. Edmunds called the interior materials lackluster on the 2023 car. BGR, Edmunds
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Sudden braking with nothing ahead 2021–2025
Check: Try the cruise control on an open road and note any sudden, unneeded braking.
Cars built from May 2021 have no radar and rely on cameras. BGR calls phantom braking the Model Y's most common problem: the car brakes hard for an overhead sign, a shadow or something far away while on Autopilot or cruise control. BGR, a published reference
Going to see one? Take the checklist with you.
Open the checklistRecalls
Newest first. Ask the seller for proof the work was done, or check the VIN with NHTSA.
2020–2023 Recall 26V507000
The low beams can be brighter than the law allows. The headlights are replaced. NHTSA
2020–2023 Recall 26V283000
The rear camera picture can lag when reversing, on one software version. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2023 Recall 25V092000
A circuit board can be overstressed and lose the power steering assist, on software older than 2023.38.4. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2023–2025 Recall 25V002000
A circuit board in the computer can short and lose the rear camera picture. Fixed by software, and the computer is replaced where needed. NHTSA
2020–2025 Recall 24V935000
The low tire pressure warning light may not stay on from one drive to the next. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
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2020–2024 Recall 24V554000
The car may not notice a hood left unlatched. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2020–2023 Recall 24V376000
The seat belt warning may not come on for an unbelted driver. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2020–2024 Recall 24V051000
The brake, parking brake and ABS warning lights are shown in letters too small. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2023 Recall 24V035000
On cars with the 4.0 computer and certain software, the rear camera picture may not show. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2020–2023 Recall 23V838000
Autosteer's checks may not do enough to stop a driver misusing it. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2023 Recall 23V489000
The forward camera may be misaligned, so emergency braking, collision warning and lane assist can switch off without telling the driver. The camera is checked and adjusted. NHTSA
2023 Recall 23V434000
The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be faulty. The part is replaced. NHTSA
2022–2023 Recall 23V385000
The steering wheel's fastener may be loose. It is checked and replaced. NHTSA
2022–2023 Recall 23V130000
Bolts holding the second-row seat back frames may not be tight. They are checked and tightened. NHTSA
2020–2023 Recall 23V085000
Full Self-Driving Beta can behave unsafely at junctions and respond poorly to speed limit changes. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
2023 Recall 22V895000
Fasteners on the front lateral links may not have been attached properly to the subframe. They are tightened or replaced. NHTSA
2020–2023 Recall 22V844000
One or both taillights may go out now and then. Fixed over the air. NHTSA
Owning
What owners and buyers say
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Sought after
Late 2023 and later 2023–2025
One source so far
CarGurus says buyers should start with late 2023 cars, the best years in its guide, and Consumer Reports rates the 2023 better than average for predicted reliability. CarGurus
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Sought after
The Long Range All years
Edmunds picked a Long Range in every year it reviewed, for its range: the Long Range AWD up to 2024, and the Long Range RWD for 2025. Edmunds
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Avoid
The Performance's stiff ride All years
Less sought after
Edmunds lists an overly stiff ride among the Performance's cons, and for 2025 called its ride harsh. Edmunds
Maintenance
Cabin air filter 2020–2024
Replace every 2 years Tesla
HEPA and carbon filters 2020–2024
Replace every 3 years Tesla
Wiper blades 2020–2024
Replace every 1 year Tesla
Clean and lubricate the brake calipers 2020–2024
Service every 12,500 miles or 1 year Tesla
Only for roads salted in winter
Tire rotation 2020–2024
Service every 6,250 miles. Sooner if the tread depth differs by 2/32 in or more Tesla
Warranty when new
| Basic | 50,000 miles or 4 years Edmunds |
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| Battery and drive unit, Long Range and Performance | 120,000 miles or 8 years Tesla, EdmundsAt least 70% of battery capacity kept |
| Battery and drive unit, Standard Range | 100,000 miles or 8 years TeslaAt least 70% of battery capacity kept |
| Body rust | 12 years EdmundsAny miles |
Before you pay: every warning, recall and check on one sheet.
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