2026 Tesla Model Y driver assistance problems

Filed Nov 9, 2026 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · UT · crash

FSD Safety Incident – Collision While Exiting Parking Space My Tesla Model Y was operating in Full Self-Driving mode while exiting a parking space. Instead of proceeding straight out of the parking space, the vehicle accelerated while turning toward a basketball pole and collided with it. There was a clear, unobstructed path to exit straight ahead. The vehicle’s unexpected acceleration and turning maneuver happened so quickly that I did not have time to intervene. My hands were positioned next to the steering wheel, ready to take control. I believe this was an FSD driving error and am requesting a formal investigation.

Filed Nov 7, 2026 · Driver assistance · MA

My 2026 Tesla Model Y with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged violates a posted "No Turn on Red" restriction on a daily basis at the intersection of South Street (eastbound) and Dedham Street in Needham, Massachusetts. When my vehicle is first in line at the red light at this intersection, FSD brings the vehicle to a stop and then proceeds to make the right turn on red, despite a clearly posted No Turn on Red sign. This happens every time I approach this intersection in FSD while first in line at a red light. On November 2 2026, at approximately 5:30–6:00 AM, the vehicle made this illegal turn into the path of cross traffic creating a situation where I could have been struck by another vehicle. I repeatedly need to intervene at this intersection and have reported this behavior to Tesla repeatedly over the last 3 months using the in-car voice feedback feature. The behavior has not changed. Software version: FSD v14.3.13 This behavior appears related to the federal safety agency investigation PE25-012 regarding FSD traffic-law violations, including running red lights.

Filed Nov 2, 2026 · Driver assistance · CO · crash

I was using Tesla Full Self Driving during an on-ramp merger. During the turn the car suddenly stopped turning in the direction of the road while on FSD and hit the curb without turning off FSD or alerting the driver. I did apply light acceleration, but with no warning I was unable to react. I have the video dash cam but the website will not allow me to upload it I have the video dash cam from the Tesla

Filed Nov 1, 2026 · Body, Driver assistance · IN

I was using FSD while backing into a parking space and the car collided with a cement flower box on the rear driver side causing a dent and multiple scratches on the body of the car.

Filed Oct 31, 2026 · Driver assistance · MD

I set the lane departure assistant to off. But it reset it ti assist witjout my knowledge. when I tried to swerve to avoid collision it try to correct me, very dangerous.

Filed Oct 30, 2026 · Driver assistance · SC

Car has been steering erratically, but suddenly accelerated in reverse, nearly hitting a friend’s car that was parked. Two other near misses since the last update

Filed Oct 30, 2026 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · CA

Severe vehicle electrical network short circuit and central computing safety failure. Following a factory warranty replacement of the front windshield bi-cam assembly, the vehicle's internal diagnostics flagged continuous Redundant Control Unit (RCU) data link communication errors and an active network voltage mismatch (VCFRONT_a265_ESPVoltageMismatch). While actively operating the vehicle at speed on a live roadway, the main infotainment screen and safety computer completely locked up, went black, and froze on the Tesla logo. I suffered a total in-motion loss of my speedometer, primary safety displays, and driver operational interface while moving on a live street. Video proof captured on the road confirms that the vehicle's high-speed Camera Serial Interface (APP_w352_csiDevice1Down) is actively shorting out mid-drive, overloading the primary CAN bus communication network and crashing the safety computer while the vehicle is in motion. This vehicle represents an immediate driving hazard.

Filed Oct 29, 2026 · Driver assistance · VA · crash

I am reporting a serious safety incident involving my 2026 Tesla Model Y while using Full Self-Driving (Supervised). While my vehicle was making a left turn with FSD engaged, the system unexpectedly disengaged midway through the maneuver. Instead of completing the left turn, the vehicle continued traveling straight toward a parked car. I immediately attempted to take control and correct the vehicle's direction, but there was insufficient time to avoid the collision. I received no apparent advance warning before the disengagement. Additionally, the forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking systems did not appear to activate or intervene before impact. The collision caused significant damage to the front passenger-side bumper of my Tesla, requiring the vehicle to be towed. The vehicle subsequently underwent repairs, leaving me without transportation for approximately one month. I had been using Tesla's FSD system regularly for several months before this incident. I reported the incident to Tesla and contacted its FSD malfunction team, but I have not received a response, investigation findings, or an explanation regarding the unexpected disengagement and apparent lack of collision avoidance intervention. I am concerned that FSD may unexpectedly disengage during an active turning maneuver without sufficient advance warning or time for the driver to react. The apparent lack of collision warning or automatic emergency braking intervention further raises concerns about vehicle safety. I am requesting that the federal safety agency investigate this incident and determine whether a malfunction or safety defect contributed to the crash.

Filed Oct 28, 2026 · Driver assistance, Steering · GA · crash

On October 28, 2026 at about 3:57 PM EDT, my 2026 Tesla Model Y (Long Range RWD) was operating on Full Self-Driving (Supervised) as it turned left into our residential driveway in Watkinsville, GA. A family member's parked Subaru Forester was on the left side of the driveway with its right rear passenger door standing open. An adult was leaning into that doorway and a child was standing beside the car. The Tesla's dashcam (left pillar camera) shows the open door clearly in view for 6 to 8 seconds before contact. Despite this, Full Self-Driving did not stop or steer away. It slowed to about 2 mph but kept creeping forward alongside the Subaru, and the Tesla's left rear quarter panel struck the edge of the open door. The vehicle data export shows Full Self-Driving active and steering throughout, with no accelerator or brake input from me and near-zero steering torque from the driver. No forward collision warning or automatic emergency braking event was recorded. I braked about 5 seconds after contact, which disengaged Full Self-Driving. No one was injured, but a person was standing in the door opening the car struck. The Tesla has a V-shaped dent and gouge in the left rear quarter panel, with the paint cut through. Estimated repair cost is over $5,000. I expected the system to detect a stationary open door with a person in it and either stop or steer around it. I have the dashcam footage from all six cameras and Tesla's vehicle data export, and can provide both.

Filed Oct 28, 2026 · Driver assistance, Steering · CA · crash

On October 20, 2026, at approximately 8:14 PM, I was starting a drive from a parked position in a parking garage. I engaged Full Self-Driving (Supervised), software version 14.3.10. Within less than 2 seconds of engagement, the vehicle moved forward and struck a concrete support pillar. I was seated in the driver's seat and supervising, but the vehicle hit the pillar before I could intervene. Failed systems: FSD (Supervised) steered the vehicle into a stationary, clearly visible obstacle. Automatic emergency braking did not prevent the collision. Safety risk: The vehicle drove into a fixed structure in a garage used by pedestrians and other vehicles. The same behavior near a pedestrian could cause serious injury. [No one was injured.] Warnings before the crash: None Evidence: I have the vehicle's dashcam footage of the collision. The clip's embedded telemetry shows FSD (Supervised) was active at the moment of impact. Footage is available on request. Inspection: The vehicle was inspected by the insurer and repaired at a Tesla-approved collision center. The problem has not been reproduced by a service center. The vehicle is available for inspection on request.