2020 Tesla Model Y brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 37 complaints for the 2020 Tesla Model Y, 7% of the complaints on file. It is the 3rd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 37 7% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 7 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 7 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 7 crashes, 7 injuries.
What owners wrote
The contact owned a 2020 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking space, the vehicle rolled back and crashed into a concrete wall. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. Additionally, on October 17, 2021, the contact slightly depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle accelerated abruptly and crashed into another vehicle.
October 8 2020, 5:00pm. Heavy traffic on I-5 north at anaheim, ca near harbor blvd/ball rd exit. I had just changed lanes to the right in preparation to take the exit. Due to heavy traffic, my speed was approximately 10 MPH. Immediately after settling to the new lane, toyota rav4 in front of me brakes aggressively. I was about 6 ft from this car, and immediately pressed my tesla y brake pedal hard in an attempt to avoid collision. But, my tesla y would not stop. The wheels did not lock into full braking.
Other problems reported for the 2020 Tesla Model Y
- Forward collision avoidance 140 complaints
- Lane departure 38 complaints
- Cruise control 37 complaints
- Suspension 32 complaints
- Electrical system 28 complaints
- Steering 27 complaints
- Air bags 18 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 18 complaints