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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING
94 NHTSA complaints about electrical system:adas:autonomous/self driving issues across 11 makes and 18 models.
The electrical system:adas:autonomous/self driving is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 94 filings from 11 manufacturers and 18 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.
Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 16 crashes, 0 fires, 7 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the TESLA MODEL Y with 40 filings, followed by TESLA MODEL 3 and TESLA MODEL X. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.
Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.
Most Affected Vehicles
| # | Vehicle | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TESLA MODEL Y | 40 |
| 2 | TESLA MODEL 3 | 25 |
| 3 | TESLA MODEL X | 8 |
| 4 | TESLA MODEL S | 5 |
| 5 | TESLA CYBERTRUCK | 2 |
| 6 | JAGUAR I-PACE | 2 |
| 7 | TOYOTA RAV4 | 1 |
| 8 | TESLA ROBOTAXI (MODEL Y) | 1 |
| 9 | NISSAN SENTRA | 1 |
| 10 | MERCEDES-BENZ EQS 580 4MATIC | 1 |
| 11 | MERCEDES-BENZ AMG CLS53 | 1 |
| 12 | MAZDA CX-3 | 1 |
| 13 | KIA SPORTAGE HYBRID | 1 |
| 14 | JEEP WAGONEER S | 1 |
| 15 | FORD RANGER | 1 |
| 16 | FORD F-150 LIGHTNING BEV | 1 |
| 17 | CADILLAC LYRIQ | 1 |
| 18 | BMW X5 | 1 |
Recent Complaints
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving with the Autonomous Self Driving feature activated in rainy weather, the vehicle suddenly turned towards the left onto rail
The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving approximately 59 MPH with the Autonomous Self Driving feature activated and attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle fa
The contact owned a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the contactâs daughter was driving at approximately 70 MPH under significant rainy weather conditions, with autopilot mode engag
The contact owned a 2026 Tesla Model Y. While reversing out of a parking spot using the Full Self-Driving feature, the system turned the wheel and maneuvered the vehicle into a pole, striking the left
The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with the ADAS Autonomous Self Driving Mode activated and the TESLA Navigator set to operate lane changes, the vehicl
The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while his wife was driving 40-50 MPH in the evening with Self-Driving mode activated, the vehicle failed to decelerate while driving onto the
The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS580 4Matic. The contact stated that the vehicle was designed with Level 2 Semi-Autonomous Driving System and was purchased brand new. The contact stated that t
The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was making a right turn out of the parking lot in Full Self-Driving mode at approximately 2-3 MPH, it continued to turn
The contact owns a 2026 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds in Autopilot Mode, the vehicle misread nearby road signs. The contact stated that a road sign in Illinois
The contact owns a 2019 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that the Full Self-Driving system was updated in June 2025. Since the update, while idling at red traffic lights, the vehicle was surging forw
The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with the Self Driving feature activated, the vehicle failed to slow down while approaching oncoming traffic. The veh
See attached document for complaint.
See attached document for complaint.
Waymo ran a red light at [XXX] on [XXX] in Santa Monica, CA. It was traveling probably 20-25 mph (less than the speed limit) and could have easily stopped after the light turned yellow at [XXX] . Inst
The contact called about failures with 2024 Jaguar I-Pace vehicles. The contact stated that on four separate occasion had experienced failures with Waymo powered Jaguar vehicles. The contact stated th
Subject: Formal Safety Complaint â Tesla Robotaxi Operation in Austin, TX on [XXX] Dear NHTSA ODI Team, I am writing to formally report a serious safety concern involving a Tesla Robotaxi operatin
I am writing to report a concerning incident involving the Full Self-Driving (FSD) feature on my 2026 Tesla Model Y. The incident occurred on Saturday, [XXX], at approximately [XXX] EDT at the interse
Our 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance backed out of a driveway into the street and parked in the middle of the street with nobody inside the car, creating a traffic hazard. This happened after around an
The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed with the full self-driving system activated, the message "System Malfunction - Take Over Immediately" wa
The contact owns a 2016 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The conta
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Data Sources
Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.
Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.
Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.