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Tesla Model X problems (2015–today)

Outside the drivetrain, the Tesla Model X has had problems with its vertically opening rear doors since launch, and the reports record screen faults and suspension wear. The samples are very small and do not allow a solid overall assessment.[1][2]

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Tesla Model X rating: good reliability

Calculated using only 4 documented faults and their sources: the most serious and frequent faults weigh more. Limited evidence: it is based on few sources or few documented faults, so it is not included in the rankings. Having few documented faults does not mean it is reliable: it may simply be little studied. How it is calculated

  • EngineNot analysed
  • Gearbox10.0No documented faults
  • Suspension8.61 fault
  • Brakes8.61 fault
  • Tyres and wheels10.0No documented faults
  • Steering10.0No documented faults
  • Electrical system10.0No documented faults
  • Electronics and infotainment8.61 fault
  • Climate control10.0No documented faults
  • Bodywork and interior8.61 fault
  • Airbags and safety10.0No documented faults

The weak points of the Tesla Model X

  1. 1Medium severity: Falcon wing door failure (sensors and actuators) on the Model XBodywork and interior
  2. 2Medium severity: Central screen (MCU) failure due to the Model X's eMMC memoryElectronics and infotainment
  3. 3Medium severity: Premature wear of the suspension wishbones and ball joints on the Model XSuspension
  4. 4Medium severity: Model X parking brake failure (2017 recall)Brakes

Outside the engine

2 recalls and campaigns documented, the latest: Faulty Nvidia Tegra 3 chip (pre-2018 cars). See the campaigns for the Tesla Model X

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Faults of the Tesla Model X outside the engine

Suspension, brakes, tyres, electronics and the rest of the car. They occur with any engine.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Tesla Model X reliable?

Outside the drivetrain, the Tesla Model X has had problems with its vertically opening rear doors since launch, and the reports record screen faults and suspension wear. The samples are very small and do not allow a solid overall assessment.

What problems does the Tesla Model X have apart from the engine?

Outside the drivetrain, the Tesla Model X has had problems with its vertically opening rear doors since launch, and the reports record screen faults and suspension wear. The samples are very small and do not allow a solid overall assessment. The most important documented faults are: falcon wing door failure (sensors and actuators) on the Model X (bodywork and interior, medium severity), central screen (MCU) failure due to the Model X's eMMC memory (electronics and infotainment, medium severity), premature wear of the suspension wishbones and ball joints on the Model X (suspension, medium severity) and model X parking brake failure (2017 recall) (brakes, medium severity).[1][2]

Does the Tesla Model X have recalls?

Yes: we have documented 2 campaigns for the Tesla Model X, such as faulty Nvidia Tegra 3 chip (pre-2018 cars) (2021). Check with your VIN at the official service centre whether yours has been done.[1]

Sources

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  1. Model X 2016-2021: pannes et fiabilité (10 témoignages)fiches-auto.fr · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026 · in French
  2. Tesla Model XWikipedia (en) · Other source · consulted 5 October 2026