2026 Tesla Model X recalls and problems
There are no safety recalls for the 2026 Tesla Model X, but owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
Recalls
0
Complaints
8
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
Recalls may cover only some 2026 Tesla Model X vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2026 Tesla Model X problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
| Wheels | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 3
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1
- Back Over Prevention › Warnings — 1
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2026 Tesla Model X complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Driving with FSD the car stopped right in front of dive way it was far away from the garage door moving little bit back and forth. Slight press of the gas paddle caused the car to accelerate going through the garage door with no sign of stopping and ended with my car crashing through our house wall. All four air bag deployed.
In July 2026, Tesla sold me a yoke steering wheel for my 2026 Model X Long Range and Tesla's service team installed it. On September 3, 2026, Tesla informed me the yoke is incompatible with my vehicle configuration and that the vehicle will not receive over-the-air software updates until the original round steering wheel is reinstalled. The vehicle has received zero software updates since July 2026. I am concerned the airbag in the Tesla-installed yoke may not deploy properly in a crash. I drive approximately 600 miles per week and do not feel safe in the vehicle. Tesla has not resolved this…
For over the past 18 months, Tesla FSD software deliberately removed the driverâs ability to control following distance, instead replacing it with fuzzy descriptions of âmad max, hurry, standard, chill, and sloth.â As a result the car cannot maintain a safe highway following distance as determined by the driver. When in Hurry and or Standard mode, the car will routinely reach speeds of 75 to 80 mph and decrease following distance to about 3 car lengths, with no car for more than 20 car lengths behind. When a sudden slowdown occurs, the tesla reacts slowly, often decreasing the following…
In January my parents Tesla in self driving mode drove them straight through a building. The breaks didn't deploy, the airbags didn't deploy and the steering wheel was shaking and unresponsive. Thankfully no one was seriously injured. That said, there was a lot of physical damage to the restaurant/building and the car was completely totaled. We are certain that there were catastrophic failures with the car that caused the accident however the mechanic has informed us that due to her NDA she cannot provide any details about her findings after examining the car. She sent her findings to Tesla…
On April 1st 2026, our brand-new 2026 Tesla Model X, 6-seat configuration, experienced a dangerous third-row seat incident. Our dog slipped into a blind spot beneath/behind the third-row seat while the seat was folded down. After the dog became trapped, the powered third-row seat would not respond, and there was no usable manual release or mechanical way for us to raise the seat and free him. The dog was trapped under the seat and in immediate danger. We drove directly to Tesla Service for an emergency rescue. Tesla personnel informed us that the only way to free the trapped animal was to…
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 Tesla Model X have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2026 Tesla Model X as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 Tesla Model X?
Owners report forward collision avoidance problems most often (6 reports), followed by unknown or other (2).
Are Tesla recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Tesla dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.