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SeatsPart report

2024 Tesla Model Y Seats Problems

Complaints
4about this part
Share
1%of 335 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.

NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the seats of the 2024 Tesla Model Y, 1% of the 335 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“It has been towed to Tesla 5 times in the last 6 months. The car will all of a sudden do ALL of the following. Hood pops open Tailgate starts to go up and down The car lights start to flash - all of them The heater goes on 100 percent The seat and steering wheel warmers are activated The horn blows constantly The windows go up and down The stereo goes on full blast I cannot stop any of these things from happening. Tesla has had the car 5 times and said it is all repaired but it comes back every time. I cant trust driving the car anymore”

NHTSA complaint #11766808, filed 2026-09

“•What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? oApparent seat cushion/leather-type material. Possible others. •How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? oThe seat melted stuck to a gym (drawstring) bag I had placed on it. When removed, the hot, sticky parts of the seat stuck to my bag and hands. I was put at risk for potential burns. oA person could get stuck on the seat potentially putting them at risk when not being able to exit the vehicle if needed in a safety situation. …”

NHTSA complaint #11617655, filed 2024-10

“Whenever turning a clicking sound is occurring underneath the driver seat. The seat does not seem to be properly secured from the factory. Tesla said it does not seem to be a safety concern over the phone and will not work to get my vehicle into the service department in a reasonable timeframe. Many weeks to schedule with no alternative.”

NHTSA complaint #11606872, filed 2024-08

“The driver’s seat material is deteriorating prematurely on the left bolster area. The damage affects the structural support of the seat edge, which causes the driver to shift position unexpectedly during turns, braking, and lane changes. This instability can delay reaction time and reduces secure seating posture. The deterioration is progressive, and if it continues, the driver may not remain firmly supported, which creates a safety risk under normal driving conditions. This also suggests a potential materials or manufacturing defect for this model year.”

NHTSA complaint #11699613, filed 2025-11

Related recalls

Seats: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202682%
202511%
202441%
2023131%
2022172%
2021202%
202072%

Other parts of the 2024 Tesla Model Y

Forward collision avoidance
126 complaints
Electrical system
63 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
61 complaints
Other or unknown
58 complaints
Lane departure
49 complaints
Vehicle speed control
37 complaints
Brakes
27 complaints
Steering
24 complaints
Body and structure
17 complaints
Exterior lighting
13 complaints
Suspension
12 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
10 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2024 Tesla Model Y

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology