2026 Tesla Model Y forward collision avoidance problems
Owners reported forward collision avoidance problems in 163 complaints for the 2026 Tesla Model Y, 23% of the complaints on file. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 163 23% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 59 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 12 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 59 crashes, 12 injuries.
What owners wrote
Incident Date: July 12, 2025 Approximate Time: 1:30 PM Vehicle: 2026 Tesla Model Y Location: I‑75 South express lane toward I‑285 East, Marietta, GA Event Summary: While Autopilot was engaged, the vehicle was entering the exit ramp to I‑285 East when it abruptly veered left into the I‑285 West entrance ramp, against traffic, crashing through two “no entry” security gates. I was able to safely bring the vehicle to a stop before entering oncoming traffic. Crash Details: • The vehicle struck two barrier gates.
The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH with the cruise control engaged the vehicle lost automotive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and had received similar complaints; however, there was no fix available for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100.
Other problems reported for the 2026 Tesla Model Y
- Lane departure 63 complaints
- Electrical system 57 complaints
- Steering 52 complaints
- Cruise control 33 complaints
- Body & structure 31 complaints
- Suspension 31 complaints
- Backover prevention 30 complaints
- Brakes 28 complaints
Forward collision avoidance problems in other years
Forward collision avoidance problems across all Tesla models