Tesla Model X recalls and problems
39 recalls and 1,562 owner complaints for 12 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
39
Complaints
1,562
Crashes reported
191
Fires reported
14
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Tesla Model X by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Model X | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 Model X | 3 | 16 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 Model X | 8 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Model X | 17 | 195 | 19 | 2 | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 Model X | 22 | 129 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Model X | 24 | 41 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Model X | 10 | 128 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 0 |
| 2019 Model X | 8 | 102 | 13 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 Model X | 9 | 193 | 35 | 2 | 16 | 0 |
| 2017 Model X | 10 | 269 | 24 | 1 | 58 | 52 |
| 2016 Model X | 12 | 454 | 62 | 4 | 36 | 1 |
| 2015 Model X | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most reported Tesla Model X problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or Other | 367 | |
| Suspension | 330 | |
| Electrical System | 304 | |
| Steering | 267 | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 260 | |
| Structure | 145 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 126 | |
| Service Brakes | 97 | |
| Lane Departure | 60 | |
| Power Train | 47 |
All Tesla Model X recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-283 | May 4, 2026 | 2021–2023 | Back Over Prevention | Tesla, Inc. |
| 25V-172 | Mar 19, 2025 | 2021–2025 | Air Bags, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 25V-002 | Jan 6, 2025 | 2023–2025 | Back Over Prevention, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-967 | Dec 23, 2024 | 2021–2025 | Air Bags | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-904 | Dec 2, 2024 | 2024 | Exterior Lighting | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-615 | Aug 15, 2024 | 2016 | Structure | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-554 | Jul 24, 2024 | 2021–2024 | Latches/Locks/Linkages, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-376 | May 28, 2024 | 2015–2024 | Seat Belts | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-153 | Feb 27, 2024 | 2020–2021 | Forward Collision Avoidance, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-051 | Jan 30, 2024 | 2016–2024 | Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 24V-035 | Jan 22, 2024 | 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-862 | Dec 19, 2023 | 2022–2023 | Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-838 | Dec 12, 2023 | 2016–2023 | Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-743 | Nov 3, 2023 | 2021–2024 | Air Bags, Steering | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-679 | Oct 11, 2023 | 2021–2023 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-489 | Jul 14, 2023 | 2023 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-488 | Jul 14, 2023 | 2021–2023 | Seat Belts | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-244 | Apr 5, 2023 | 2023 | Back Over Prevention | Tesla, Inc. |
| 23V-085 | Feb 15, 2023 | 2016–2023 | Steering | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-843 | Nov 15, 2022 | 2021–2023 | Air Bags | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-818 | Nov 1, 2022 | 2017–2021 | Steering | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-702 | Sep 19, 2022 | 2021–2022 | Visibility | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-296 | May 3, 2022 | 2021–2022 | Equipment, Back Over Prevention | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-264 | Apr 18, 2022 | 2022 | Seats, Structure | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-235 | Apr 12, 2022 | 2020–2022 | Electrical System, Forward Collision Avoidance | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-233 | Apr 8, 2022 | 2021–2022 | Air Bags | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-169 | Mar 18, 2022 | 2018–2019 | Back Over Prevention | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-063 | Feb 4, 2022 | 2020–2022 | Forward Collision Avoidance, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-050 | Feb 2, 2022 | 2021–2022 | Electrical System, Visibility | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-045 | Feb 1, 2022 | 2021–2022 | Seat Belts, Electrical System | Tesla, Inc. |
| 22V-037 | Jan 27, 2022 | 2016–2022 | Steering | Tesla, Inc. |
| 21V-868 | Nov 9, 2021 | 2021 | Air Bags | Tesla, Inc. |
| 21V-846 | Oct 29, 2021 | 2017–2021 | Forward Collision Avoidance | Tesla, Inc. |
| 21V-035 | Jan 29, 2021 | 2016–2018 | Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting | Tesla, Inc. |
| 20V-710 | Nov 17, 2020 | 2016 | Structure | Tesla, Inc. |
| 20V-062 | Feb 5, 2020 | 2015–2016 | Steering | Tesla, Inc. |
| 17V-639 | Oct 12, 2017 | 2016–2017 | Seats | Tesla, Inc. |
| 17V-260 | Apr 19, 2017 | 2016–2017 | Parking Brake | Tesla, Inc. |
| 16V-192 | Apr 6, 2016 | 2016 | Seats | Tesla Motors, Inc. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Tesla Model X?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2016 Tesla Model X has the most reports (454). Check the 2016 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Tesla Model X have?
NHTSA lists 39 safety recalls covering Tesla Model X model years 2015–2025.
What are the most common Tesla Model X problems?
Owners report unknown or other, suspension, electrical system problems most often.