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Tesla Model X Problems, Recalls and MPG by Year

What this means

NHTSA lists 39 recall campaigns across the Tesla Model X, 2016–2026. Owners have filed 1,546 complaints with NHTSA. Of the last 6 model years with settled counts, the 2016 drew the most (448) and the 2021 the fewest (41).

Data summary generated from official records. Methodology Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls39campaignsCovering 2016–2026 model yearsSource: NHTSA Complaints1,546filedOwner reports across 11 model yearsSource: NHTSA ODI Fuel economy105mpg combined2026 model, best configurationSource: EPA

Tesla Model X complaints by model year

1,546 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.

ComplaintsStill collecting reports3Recall campaigns

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fewest complaints

  • 2021 · 41 complaints
  • 2019 · 100 complaints
  • 2020 · 127 complaints

Most complaints

  • 2016 · 448 complaints
  • 2017 · 268 complaints
  • 2018 · 193 complaints

Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →

Problem areas by model year

Complaints that name each component, 2017–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.

Tesla Model X owner complaints by component and model year (NHTSA ODI)
Component2017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Unknown or other 5041192292690851
Electrical system 7236202871621331
Steering 50181118134446321
Suspension 593726376105301
Forward collision avoidance 3132172462120944
Vehicle speed control 161911184137201
Structure 122214112812310
Service brakes 17149811012221

Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Tesla Model X recalls (39)

Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Model X model year, newest first.

NHTSA recall campaigns for the Tesla Model X
CampaignFiledWhatModel yearsRepaired
26V283000May 4, 2026Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 1112021, 2022, 2023—
25V172000Mar 19, 2025Incorrect Horn Pad May Prevent Horn From Sounding2021–202572.5%
25V002000Jan 6, 2025Rearview Camera Image May Fail/FMVSS 1112023, 2024, 202599.7%
24V967000Dec 23, 2024Air Bag May Tear During Deployment/FMVSS 2082021–202575%
24V904000Dec 2, 2024Headlights May Flicker/FMVSS 1082024100%
24V615000Aug 15, 2024Missing Primer May Cause Roof Trim Separation201663.5%
24V554000Jul 24, 2024Software May Fail to Detect Unlatched Hood2021–202499.3%
24V376000May 28, 2024Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 2082015–202489.9%
24V153000Feb 27, 2024Muted Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 1412020, 202199.3%
24V051000Jan 30, 2024Incorrect Font Size on Warning Lights/FMVSS 1052016–2024—
24V035000Jan 22, 2024Rearview Image May Not Display2023100%
23V862000Dec 19, 2023Doors Can Be Unlocked During a Crash/FMVSS 2142022, 202399.4%
23V838000Dec 12, 2023Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse2016–202398.8%
23V743000Nov 3, 2023Incorrect Front Driver Air Bag2021–202475.8%
23V679000Oct 11, 2023Failure to Detect Low Brake Fluid/FMVSS 1352021, 2022, 202399.1%

Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.

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Fuel economy by model year

201686–93 mpg
201786–93 mpg
201885–93 mpg
201979–96 mpg
202079–105 mpg
202186–105 mpg
202291–102 mpg
202391–102 mpg
202490–100 mpg
202588–98 mpg
2026100–105 mpg

EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Where to next

2026 Tesla Model X report7 complaints · 0 campaigns →2025 Tesla Model X report15 complaints · 3 campaigns →2024 Tesla Model X report26 complaints · 8 campaigns →Every Tesla modelTesla models →

Tesla Model X FAQ

How many recalls has the Tesla Model X had?

NHTSA lists 39 recall campaigns that cover at least one Tesla Model X model year from 2016 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.

Which Tesla Model X year has the most complaints?

Among the last 6 model years with settled counts, the 2016 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (448) and the 2021 the fewest (41). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.

What are the most common Tesla Model X problems?

Across the 2017–2026 model years, owners most often name the unknown or other, electrical system, steering in complaints filed with NHTSA.

What mpg does the Tesla Model X get?

EPA rates the 2026 Tesla Model X at 100 to 105 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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