Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 2021 Tesla Model Y

Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2021 Tesla Model Y. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the latches/locks/linkage (two problems).

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Tesla Model Y

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
2
Latches/locks/linkage problems
2

Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of the 2021 Tesla Model Y

The Door Latch problem

On August 20th, 2025 at 2:50pm, my eight-month-old infant was trapped inside my Tesla Model Y for approximately 30 minutes due to a critical systems failure. The vehicle experienced an error with the 12v battery that rendered the doors, windows, and trunk completely inoperable, preventing any means   Read details...

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving uphill at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud pop coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle lost automotive power and rolled away in reverse   Read details...


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