NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The Tesla Model Y RWD Later Release is a five-seat all-electric compact SUV competing in one of the most hotly contested segments in the American market. Aimed at tech-forward families and eco-conscious commuters who want everyday practicality without sacrificing performance, this specific rear-wheel-drive variant represents Tesla's more accessible entry point into the Model Y lineup for the 2023 model year.
The 2023 Tesla Model Y Rwd Later Release earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
Reviewers generally regard the Model Y as one of the most well-rounded electric SUVs available, praising its spacious interior, strong acceleration, and advanced driver-assistance technology. Most acknowledge that the ownership experience is closely tied to comfort with Tesla's software-centric approach, and opinions on build quality and service accessibility tend to vary among professional evaluators.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 20084
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.