2018 Tesla Model X Recalls, Complaints and Investigations

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

4 Recalls for 2018 Tesla Model X

Recall Date	Component	Summary
2022-03-18	BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION	Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases. The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, “Rear Visibility.” Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 17, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-22-00-004.
2022-01-27	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE	Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The “rolling stop” functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop. Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the “rolling stop” functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.
2021-10-29	FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING \| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA \| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS \| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE	Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system. Remedy: Tesla Service has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
2021-01-29	BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL \| VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM	Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles with a center display equipped with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor and an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. When the 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device for the center display reaches lifetime wear, the eMMC controller will no longer be able to maintain the integrity of the filesystem, causing a failure in some of the center display functions. Remedy: Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla will notify owners, and will replace the VCM daughterboard with one containing an enhanced eMMC controller, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-21-21-001.

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63 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2018 Tesla Model X

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Date			Component
2021-04-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11407849
2021-03-17			FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11403562
2021-03-19			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11403970
2021-03-02			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11398810
2021-02-26			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11398050
2021-01-14			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11387983
2021-01-14			FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11388205
2021-01-10			SEATS ODI Number: 11387354
2021-01-09			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11387286
2020-12-15			WHEELS ODI Number: 11383515
2020-11-18			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11375268
2020-10-15			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| ENGINE ODI Number: 11364590
2020-09-07			WHEELS ODI Number: 11353496
2020-08-20			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11350517
2020-08-25			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11351235
2020-07-31			SEATS ODI Number: 11342614
2020-07-29			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| EXTERIOR LIGHTING \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11342008
2020-06-20			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11329845
2020-06-24			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11330562
2020-04-01			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11319923
2020-03-19			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11318754
2020-03-26			UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11319392
2020-02-11			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STRUCTURE:BODY \| VISIBILITY/WIPER ODI Number: 11308480
2020-02-04			UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11307023
2020-01-21			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11300718
2020-01-19			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| STRUCTURE:BODY \| WHEELS ODI Number: 11300322
2020-01-27			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11302147
2020-01-22			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11301011
2020-01-20			UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11300604
2020-01-18			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11300230
2020-01-06			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11297516
2020-01-17			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11300143
2020-01-19			STRUCTURE:BODY \| SUSPENSION \| WHEELS ODI Number: 11300248
2019-12-31			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11292375
2019-12-31			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11292341
2019-12-15			STRUCTURE:BODY \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11289172
2019-12-03			SEAT BELTS ODI Number: 11286640
2019-12-05			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11287039
2019-12-05			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11287038
2019-11-23			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11281937
2019-11-19			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11281192
2019-09-02			SERVICE BRAKES \| UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11252720
2019-08-20			STRUCTURE:BODY ODI Number: 11245185
2019-08-07			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11242399
2019-10-07			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11266807
2019-10-13			SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11268198
2019-06-01			FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM \| SUSPENSION ODI Number: 11217285
2019-05-28			ENGINE \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11210423
2019-05-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11207381
2019-02-22			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ODI Number: 11175350
2019-01-15			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11170234
2018-10-23			VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11142282
2018-10-10			TIRES ODI Number: 11139528
2018-10-10			WHEELS ODI Number: 11139524
2018-06-18			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11102260
2018-05-08			AIR BAGS \| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| SERVICE BRAKES \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11092528
2019-04-11			STRUCTURE ODI Number: 11195603
2019-03-01			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11183334
2018-12-13			ELECTRICAL SYSTEM \| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL \| SERVICE BRAKES ODI Number: 11161245
2018-11-27			UNKNOWN OR OTHER \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11154380
2018-11-13			SEATS ODI Number: 11151158
2018-08-03			UNKNOWN OR OTHER ODI Number: 11115665
2018-07-15			SERVICE BRAKES \| STRUCTURE:BODY \| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL ODI Number: 11111431

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63 Investigations for 2018 Tesla Model X

On june 22, 2020, the office of defects investigations (odi) opened preliminary evaluation pe20-010 to investigate incidents of media control unit (mcu) failures resulting in loss of rearview camera in model year (my) 2012-2015 tesla model s vehicles equipped with the nvidia tegra 3 processor with an integrated 8gb emmc nand flash memory device. emmc nand flash devices have a finite lifespan based upon the number of program/erase (p/e) cycles. the subject mcu allegedly fails prematurely due to memory wear-out of the emmc nand flash. tesla used the same mcu with the tegra 3 processor in approximately 159 thousand 2012-2018 model s and 2016-2018 model x vehicles built by tesla through early-2018. in response to odi's information request (ir) for pe20-010, tesla provided odi with 2,399 complaints and field reports, 7,777 warranty claims, and 4,746 non-warranty claims related to mcu replacements. the data show failure rates over 30 percent in certain build months and accelerating failure trends after 3 to 4 years-in-service.according to tesla, for subject vehicles equipped with the nvidia tegra 3 processor with an integrated 8gb emmc nand flash memory device, the emmc nand cell hardware can fail when reaching lifetime wear, for which the emmc controller has no available blocks to recover. with this failure mode, the only recovery available is a replacement of the emmc device, achieved by physical part replacement of either the mcu assembly or visual control module subcomponent. tesla provided the effects of mcu failure on vehicle function which result in loss of rearview/backup camera, loss of hvac (defogging) setting controls (if the hvac status was off status prior to failure.) there is also an impact on the advanced driver assistance support (adas), autopilot system, and turn signal functionality due to the possible loss of audible chimes, driver sensing, and alerts associated with these vehicle functions. there are precedents for addressing defects that result in loss of either backup camera, defogging, or turn signal functions under safety recalls.tesla has implemented certain over-the-air or ota updates to subject vehicles to mitigate the effects of mcu failure. these updates include firmware changes to reduce memory usage of the subject memory card, improve emmc error correction and storage management strategies, changing the control logic for turn signal activation, and defaulting the hvac system to auto (71.6f) for drives after mcu failure to address windshield defogging. tesla indicated that the mcu failures are likely to continue to occur in subject vehicles as vehicles continue to operate and use available memory in the 8gb emmc nand flash memory until 100% of units have failed. an engineering analysis has been opened to further assess the scope, frequency, and safety-related consequences of the alleged defect.the voqs associated with the opening of this investigation are in the attachment to this resume.

On december 19, 2019, nhtsa received a petition from mr. brian sparks requesting that the agency "recall all [tesla] model s, model x, and model 3 vehicles produced from 2013 to the present" due to sudden unintended acceleration (sua). in his petition and follow-up submissions, the petitioner identified a total of 232 non-duplicative complaints to nhtsa, including 203 reporting crashes. on january 13, 2020, nhtsa's office of defects investigation (odi) opened defect petition dp20-001 to evaluate the petitioner’s request. odi's evaluation included reviews of all complaints and supporting information referenced by the petitioner, as well as 14 additional complaints to nhtsa related to sua crash allegations that were either not selected by the petitioner or were submitted after the petitioner's most recent submission. the review also included analyses of available crash data (edr, tesla log data, and/or video data) the agency acquired as part of the evaluation.after reviewing the available data, odi has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into sua in the subject vehicles. in every instance in which event data was available for review by odi, the evidence shows that sua crashes in the complaints cited by the petitioner have been caused by pedal misapplication. there is no evidence of any fault in the accelerator pedal assemblies, motor control systems, or brake systems that has contributed to any of the cited incidents. there is no evidence of a design factor contributing to increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. the theory provided of a potential electronic cause of sua in the subject vehicles is based upon inaccurate assumptions about system design and log data.nhtsa is authorized to issue an order requiring notification and remedy of a defect if the agency’s investigation shows a defect in design, construction, or performance of a motor vehicle that presents an unreasonable risk to safety. 49 u.s.c. §§ 30102(a)(9), 30118. since the information before the agency is not indicative of a vehicle-based defect, it is unlikely that any investigation opened because of granting this petition would result in an order concerning the notification and remedy of a safety-related defect. therefore, upon full consideration of the information presented in the petition and the potential risks to safety, the petition is denied. the denial of this petition does not foreclose the agency from taking further action if warranted or the potential for a future finding that a safety-related defect exists based upon additional information the agency may receive.the reference numbers for the complaints to nhtsa cited by the petitioner can be found in the petition submission documents in the public file for dp20-001. those complaints and the 14 complaints odi added to its evaluation can be viewed at nhtsa.gov. the reference numbers for the complaints added by odi are: 11385350, 11383955, 11383233, 11383180, 11378492, 11378458, 11302076, 11299698, 11290006, 11190595, 11174504, 11115496, 11096644 and 11000097. the attached report, further detailing nhtsa’s reasons for denial of the petition, will be published in the federal register.

On june 22, 2020, the office of defects investigations (odi) opened preliminary evaluation pe20-010 to investigate incidents of media control unit (mcu) failures resulting in loss of rearview camera in model year (my) 2012-2015 tesla model s vehicles equipped with the nvidia tegra 3 processor with an integrated 8gb emmc nand flash memory device. emmc nand flash devices have a finite lifespan based upon the number of program/erase (p/e) cycles. the subject mcu allegedly fails prematurely due to memory wear-out of the emmc nand flash. tesla used the same mcu with the tegra 3 processor in approximately 159 thousand 2012-2018 model s and 2016-2018 model x vehicles built by tesla through early-2018. in response to odi's information request (ir) for pe20-010, tesla provided odi with 2,399 complaints and field reports, 7,777 warranty claims, and 4,746 non-warranty claims related to mcu replacements. the data show failure rates over 30 percent in certain build months and accelerating failure trends after 3 to 4 years-in-service.according to tesla, for subject vehicles equipped with the nvidia tegra 3 processor with an integrated 8gb emmc nand flash memory device, the emmc nand cell hardware can fail when reaching lifetime wear, for which the emmc controller has no available blocks to recover. with this failure mode, the only recovery available is a replacement of the emmc device, achieved by physical part replacement of either the mcu assembly or visual control module subcomponent. tesla provided the effects of mcu failure on vehicle function which result in loss of rearview/backup camera, loss of hvac (defogging) setting controls (if the hvac status was off status prior to failure.) there is also an impact on the advanced driver assistance support (adas) autopilot system, and turn signal functionality due to the possible loss of audible chimes, driver sensing, and alerts associated with these vehicle functions. there are precedents for addressing defects that result in loss of either backup camera, defogging, or turn signal functions under safety recalls.tesla has implemented certain over-the-air or ota updates to subject vehicles to mitigate the effects of mcu failure. these updates include firmware changes to reduce memory usage of the subject memory card, improve emmc error correction and storage management strategies, changing the control logic for turn signal activation, and defaulting the hvac system to auto (71.6f) for drives after mcu failure to address windshield defogging. tesla indicated that the mcu failures are likely to continue to occur in subject vehicles as vehicles continue to operate and use available memory in the 8gb emmc nand flash memory until 100% of units have failed. this investigation has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea20-003). the voqs associated with the upgrade of this investigation are identified in the attachment to this resume.

Date Opened	Date Closed	Component
2020-11-12		VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:BANJO HOUSING
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE
2020-11-12		EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
2020-06-22	2020-11-22	BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:COLUMN SHIFT ASSEMBLY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CENTER SUPPORT BEARING
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:LUBRICANT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:BELL HOUSING
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:SEAL
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:RELAY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
2019-10-01		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:UNIVERSAL JOINT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CONSTANT VELOCITY JOINT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
2020-11-12		ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS
2020-11-12		BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2020-06-22	2020-11-22	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
2020-01-13	2021-01-08	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:CYBERSECURITY

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70 Service Alerts for 2018 Tesla Model X

Date	Description
2021-12-10	103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, brak Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2022-02-17	140000 AIR BAGS On certain 2015-2020 Model X vehicles, the soldering of the connector tabs on the forward-facing camera(s) heater grid may not meet internal specifications, resulting in a small area of the windshield in front of the camera(s) to remain fog Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-12-10	010000 STEERING Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, brak Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-07-02	010000 STEERING On certain Model 3, Model Y, and Model X vehicles, there may be a water ingress path to both front upper control arm ball joints that, over time, could possibly lead to surface corrosion of these ball joints. This may result in a creaking s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-07-02	020000 SUSPENSION On certain Model 3, Model Y, and Model X vehicles, there may be a water ingress path to both front upper control arm ball joints that, over time, could possibly lead to surface corrosion of these ball joints. This may result in a creaking s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-07-01	020000 SUSPENSION On certain Model 3, Model Y, and Model X vehicles, there may be a water ingress path to both front upper control arm ball joints that, over time, could possibly lead to surface corrosion of these ball joints. This may result in a creaking s Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-10-22	160000 STRUCTURE For some Model X vehicles built before May 2018, should water seep into the printed circuit board of the rear door cladding sensor, an alert might be displayed on the touchscreen. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-09-21	010000 STEERING Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, brak Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-23	130000 VISIBILITY Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-23	350000 EQUIPMENT Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-23	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2021-04-23	118620 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HUD:CAMERA/SENSOR Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-23	350000 EQUIPMENT For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touch Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-11	350000 EQUIPMENT For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touch Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-11-09	350000 EQUIPMENT For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touch Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-12-05	350000 EQUIPMENT For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touch Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-06-17	010000 STEERING Some Model S and Model X vehicles might exhibit stiff steering due to corrosion at the lower steering column I-shaft U-joint. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-04-23	160000 STRUCTURE On certain Model X vehicles, the main front body harness might contact the RH front upper control arm. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-02	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM When some Autopilot HW2 and HW2.5 Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles are near airport ASR-9 radar antennae, the vehicle cameras might be affected by electromagnetic interference, and Autopilot/camera alerts might be displayed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-02	350000 EQUIPMENT When some Autopilot HW2 and HW2.5 Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles are near airport ASR-9 radar antennae, the vehicle cameras might be affected by electromagnetic interference, and Autopilot/camera alerts might be displayed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-01-02	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY When some Autopilot HW2 and HW2.5 Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles are near airport ASR-9 radar antennae, the vehicle cameras might be affected by electromagnetic interference, and Autopilot/camera alerts might be displayed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-19	021510 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER ARM On certain Model X vehicles, the main front body harness might contact the RH front upper control arm. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-19	350000 EQUIPMENT On certain Model X vehicles, the main front body harness might contact the RH front upper control arm. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-19	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY On certain Model X vehicles, the main front body harness might contact the RH front upper control arm. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-17	130000 VISIBILITY On some Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles, condensation might build up inside of the B-pillar applique, potentially obscuring the B-pillar camera. This condition might cause some Autopilot features to be temporarily unavailable until t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-17	161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS On some Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles, condensation might build up inside of the B-pillar applique, potentially obscuring the B-pillar camera. This condition might cause some Autopilot features to be temporarily unavailable until t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-17	350000 EQUIPMENT On some Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles, condensation might build up inside of the B-pillar applique, potentially obscuring the B-pillar camera. This condition might cause some Autopilot features to be temporarily unavailable until t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-03-17	270000 LANE DEPARTURE On some Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles, condensation might build up inside of the B-pillar applique, potentially obscuring the B-pillar camera. This condition might cause some Autopilot features to be temporarily unavailable until t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-13	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Some Autopilot HW2 or later Model S and Model X vehicles with Tegra Media Control Units (MCUs) may emit a faint static noise coming from the tweeters on the A-pillar. The noise is generally heard when it is very quiet in the cabin (the vehi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-13	350000 EQUIPMENT Some Autopilot HW2 or later Model S and Model X vehicles with Tegra Media Control Units (MCUs) may emit a faint static noise coming from the tweeters on the A-pillar. The noise is generally heard when it is very quiet in the cabin (the vehi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-13	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Some Autopilot HW2 or later Model S and Model X vehicles with Tegra Media Control Units (MCUs) may emit a faint static noise coming from the tweeters on the A-pillar. The noise is generally heard when it is very quiet in the cabin (the vehi Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-10	200000 WHEELS Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-10	350000 EQUIPMENT Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-10	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-02	162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS Some Model X vehicles are equipped with front door outer belt seals that apply excess pressure to the front door glass, potentially causing excess noise, vibration, or harshness (NVH), slow door glass movement, and/or unintended activation Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-12-02	350000 EQUIPMENT Some Model X vehicles are equipped with front door outer belt seals that apply excess pressure to the front door glass, potentially causing excess noise, vibration, or harshness (NVH), slow door glass movement, and/or unintended activation Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-10-22	220000 SEATS On some Model S and Model X front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking mo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2020-02-19	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Tesla is committed to continuous improvement of the security of its products and advises customers to always install the latest mobile app and vehicle software releases to remain as secure as possible. On approximately May 1, 2020, the Tesl Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-24	160000 STRUCTURE On some Model X vehicles, water might enter the door latches on the rear (Falcon Wing) doors, which can damage the electrical components integral to door latching operation. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-12	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM For some Model X vehicles, the rear door pinch sensor carrier has a gap hiding seal that applies force to the rear door exterior jamb, which might cause paint issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-24	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM On some Model X vehicles, a pinched electrical wiring harness at the liftgate might create an obstruction alert, causing the power function of the liftgate not to operate. The liftgate can still be manually opened and closed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-24	162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE On some Model X vehicles, a pinched electrical wiring harness at the liftgate might create an obstruction alert, causing the power function of the liftgate not to operate. The liftgate can still be manually opened and closed. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-04	162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR On some Model X vehicles equipped with 2nd row fold-flat bench seats, the RH and/or LH seat backs might interfere with the rear door panel when the door is closed and cause NVH issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-04-04	222000 SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY On some Model X vehicles equipped with 2nd row fold-flat bench seats, the RH and/or LH seat backs might interfere with the rear door panel when the door is closed and cause NVH issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-12	162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR For some Model X vehicles, the rear door pinch sensor carrier has a gap hiding seal that applies force to the rear door exterior jamb, which might cause paint issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-09-12	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY For some Model X vehicles, the rear door pinch sensor carrier has a gap hiding seal that applies force to the rear door exterior jamb, which might cause paint issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-08-08	162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS For some Model X vehicles, the rear door pinch sensor carrier has a gap hiding seal that applies force to the rear door exterior jamb, which might cause paint issues. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-06-25	100000 POWER TRAIN Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from t Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-28	350000 EQUIPMENT During hard acceleration, the driver might notice vibrations coming from the front of some Model S or Model X vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-28	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY During hard acceleration, the driver might notice vibrations coming from the front of some Model S or Model X vehicles. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-24	220000 SEATS On some Model S and Model X front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking mo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-05-24	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY On some Model S and Model X front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking mo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-07-20	136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER On some Model X vehicles traveling at highway speeds, the washer fluid spray might not sufficiently cover the driver?s lower windshield. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-12-14	130000 VISIBILITY Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-12-14	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-12-11	130000 VISIBILITY On some Model X vehicles traveling at highway speeds, the washer fluid spray might not sufficiently cover the driver’s lower windshield. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-02-04	160000 STRUCTURE The rear node of some Model S and Model X vehicles might have damage in the forward mounting location of the rear subframe, resulting in noise, vibration, or harshness coming from that location. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-11-02	170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES On some Model X vehicles, water might enter the door latches or cinching actuators on the rear doors, which can damage certain components integral to automated door latching operation. If a component fails, manual door latching operation is Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-11-02	160000 STRUCTURE Certain Model X vehicles are equipped with rear door outer belt seals that could allow water to enter the rear door, potentially damaging components integral to automated door latching operation. If a component fails, manual door latching o Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-25	220000 SEATS On some Model S and Model X front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking mo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-04	130000 VISIBILITY On some Mode X vehicles, a rattle might originate from the sun visors when connected to the rearview mirror due to the design of the magnetic clip. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-04	350000 EQUIPMENT On some Mode X vehicles, a rattle might originate from the sun visors when connected to the rearview mirror due to the design of the magnetic clip. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2019-01-04	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY On some Mode X vehicles, a rattle might originate from the sun visors when connected to the rearview mirror due to the design of the magnetic clip. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-04-18	350000 EQUIPMENT Certain 2nd generation Universal Mobile Connectors (UMCs) supplied to Tesla vehicles were not screened and might not indicate their status or charge the vehicle. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-09-13	110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM On some Model X vehicles, incorrect routing of the intrusion sensor wires might result in electrical interference between the intrusion sensor and the intrusion sensor electrical control unit (ECU). The electrical interference causes the ca Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-13	210000 TRAILER HITCHES Some customers have a due bill for an Accessories Hitch. The Accessories Hitch has been discontinued. In place of the Accessories Hitch, these customers are to receive the Hitch Package, which can be used to attach hitch accessories. These Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-09	220000 SEATS On some Model S and Model X 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect perform Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-09	354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL On some Model S and Model X 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect perform Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-09	355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL On some Model S and Model X 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect perform Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")
2018-07-09	356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY On some Model S and Model X 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect perform Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018 Tesla Model X

4 Recalls for 2018 Tesla Model X

0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2018 Tesla Model X

63 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2018 Tesla Model X

63 Investigations for 2018 Tesla Model X

70 Service Alerts for 2018 Tesla Model X