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Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2023 Tesla Model XProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 195 owner complaints about the 2023 Tesla Model X, most often about the steering. It is covered by 17 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-172 the manufacturer reports only 73% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 23, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Tesla Model X has problems
195 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
46Steering2 crash/fire/injury
21Electrical system4 crash/fire/injury
20Forward collision avoidance5 crash/fire/injury
12Structure4 crash/fire/injury
10Service brakes
9Air bags
9Seat belts
8Lane departure
7Vehicle speed control
3212 other systems8 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 46 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 21 | 4 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 20 | 5 |
| Structure | 12 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 10 | 3 |
| Air bags | 9 | 3 |
| Seat belts | 9 | 1 |
| Lane departure | 8 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 2 |
| 12 other systems | 32 | 8 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
17 recalls
2023 Tesla Model X recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Air bags
Risk. An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Driver side: cushion
Risk. A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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repaired · 2026 Q2
Electrical system: software
Risk. An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Front: warning light/devices
Risk. A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Driver monitoring: software
Risk. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as…
repaired · 2025 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An air bag that is not designed to function with the replacement steering yoke or wheel may deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Electrical system
Risk. Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Safety features that are unavailable without any warning to the driver may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Seat belts: front
Risk. A detached seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Back over prevention
Risk. A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Steering: automated/adaptive steering
Risk. FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a…
repaired · 2024 Q4
Air bag/restraint control module: software
Risk. A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Tesla.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other Model X year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Model X median. How we score
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- Caution
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10 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2023 Tesla Model X, and the recalls they led to.
- Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting RequirementsOpen
- Defect Petition Interlock RequestNo recall
- Sudden Unintended AccelerationOpen
- Autopilot System Driver ControlsLed to recall 23V-838
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsOpen
- Front seat belt anchor detachmentLed to recall 23V-488
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsNo recall
- Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.No recall
- Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engagedOpen
- Recall 23V838 Remedy EffectivenessOpen
In owners' words
What Model X owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I own a 2023 Tesla Model X and I am reporting a steering-related safety concern. When making hard left turns, the steering wheel/front end shakes or shudders and makes a LOUD sounds. This does not feel or sound normal and appears to be related to the steering or front suspension system. The issue…
My 2023 Tesla Model X suffers from severe, intermittent safety system failures. Specifically, the Automatic Emergency Braking and Steering Assist randomly become unavailable while driving. Tesla Service refuses to repair this, claiming they are "unable to replicate" the intermittent alerts.…
Peeling steering wheel, eventually will need to replaced due to not being able to grab wheel and lose grip when I turn. Many others complain of the same problem with model x and Tesla wants $1800 to replace. I refuse to use my insurance to pay for this so they have not inspected it.
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