2023 Tesla Model Y

Specs, fuel economy, oil capacity, recalls, and reliability for the 2023 Tesla Model Y.

Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Automatic (A1)
Fuel type
Electricity
Vehicle class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
City MPG
129
Highway MPG
116
Combined MPG
123
Est. annual fuel cost
$600

Model Y reliability score

60/ 100Average

Scored from NHTSA consumer complaint volume and severity for this model year. Most-reported component: Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control.

Complaints
1,775
Crashes
280
Fires
6
Injuries
135

2023 Tesla Model Y recalls

17 NHTSA safety recalls on file — showing the 5 most recent.

  1. 22V844000

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.

    A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  2. 22V895000

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model Y vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly attached to the…

    A loose fastener can allow the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.

  3. 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 that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner…

  4. 23V130000

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may not have been securely tightened.

    A loose seat frame bolt may reduce the seat belt system's performance, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

  5. 23V385000

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The steering wheel fastener may be loose.

    A loose fastener may allow the steering wheel to disconnect from the steering column, which can cause a loss of steering control and…

What's on this 2023 Tesla Model Y page

  • Tesla Model Y engine specs and horsepower
  • EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Model Y — city, highway, and combined MPG
  • Oil capacity and recommended viscosity for the Model Y
  • Active NHTSA safety recalls and technical service bulletins
  • Reliability score and commonly reported Model Y issues
  • Towing & payload ratings (for Tesla trucks and SUVs)
  • Manufacturer maintenance schedule by mileage

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2023 Tesla Model Y — Specs, Recalls, Oil & MPG