2026 Tesla Model Y vs 2026 Toyota RAV4

On the public data alone the RAV4 edges it 3–0.

2026 Tesla Model Y

The 2026 Tesla Model Y is sold in the U.S. as a electric compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model Y Long Range RWD, is …

2026 Toyota RAV4

The 2026 Toyota RAV4 is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid compact SUV with 6 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the RAV4, is EPA-rated at 43 mpg c…

	2026 Tesla Model Y	2026 Toyota RAV4
Segment	Compact SUV	Compact SUV
Powertrains	Electric	Hybrid
Best EV range (mi)	357	—
Best combined mpg	—	43
Safety Signal	41	100
NHTSA recalls	8	0
Critical recalls	0	0
Owner complaints	343	28
NHTSA overall stars	5	—

Green cells mark the better value on that row. Complaint counts scale with sales volume; treat them as a pattern signal, not a verdict. Sources: EPA, NHTSA.

Recalls at a glance

Source: NHTSA

Model Y

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Suspension

SB-26-31-004

19 vehicles

ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. One or more front suspension lateral link fasteners may not have been properly tightened, allowing the lateral link to loosen or separate from the sub-frame.RiskA lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.FixTesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners and check wheel the alignment, free of charge. In addition, Tesla Service will replace any related parts that may have been damaged as necessary. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 30, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-31-004.

NHTSA campaign 26V558000reported Aug 31, 2026Tesla, Inc.

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Air Bags

SB-26-00-004

15 vehicles

ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers, 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact," and Part 581, "Bumper Standards."RiskA noncompliant vehicle may have reduced occupant protections, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.FixTesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 5, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 or resolutions@tesla.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-004.

NHTSA campaign 26V445000reported Jul 7, 2026Tesla, Inc.

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Equipment

SB-26-19-002

14,575 vehicles

ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Model Y vehicles. The certification label may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."RiskMissing weight information provided by the label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.FixTesla Service will inspect and install a certification label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-19-002.

NHTSA campaign 26V315000reported May 18, 2026Tesla, Inc.

RAV4

No recalls on file.