2018 Tesla Model X

The motorized falcon wing doors rely on multiple actuators, sensors, and an electromechanical controller to open and close. These components frequently malfunction, causing doors to not open, not close fully, stop mid-travel, or produce grinding and clicking noises during operation. Sensor failures cause the doors to detect phantom obstructions, while actuator wear leads to slow or jerky movement. This is the most complained-about issue on the Model X.

Tesla Service will diagnose whether the issue is a faulty sensor, actuator motor, or electromechanical controller module. Individual sensors can be recalibrated or replaced. Actuator or controller replacement requires removing door trim panels. Software updates have improved door logic over time, but hardware failures require physical repair. Full door assembly replacement is needed in severe cases.

Like the Model S, pre-March 2018 Model X vehicles with MCU1 suffer from 8GB eMMC NAND flash wear-out that causes the touchscreen to go blank, reboot in a loop, or lose functionality for the backup camera, climate controls, and turn signals. The 2020 Model X uses MCU2, which is more reliable but can still experience intermittent screen blackouts, slow response, or software crashes. NHTSA deemed the MCU1 eMMC failure a safety defect.

For MCU1 vehicles, Tesla issued NHTSA recall 21V-035 to replace the 8GB eMMC with a 64GB chip, free of charge. MCU2 issues in 2020 vehicles are typically resolved with software updates or, if hardware-related, MCU board replacement. An MCU1-to-MCU2 upgrade is available as a paid retrofit for older vehicles seeking improved performance and reliability.

The Model X shares the adaptive air suspension platform with the Model S, and its heavier curb weight places greater stress on the air springs, compressor, and valve block. Common failures include air spring leaks causing one corner to sag overnight, the compressor running until it overheats and burns out, height sensor malfunctions causing the vehicle to ride at incorrect height, and a harsh ride when the system enters fallback mode.

Diagnose the failed component through Tesla Service or an independent air suspension specialist. Air springs, the compressor, and height sensors can be individually replaced. Aftermarket air springs from companies like Arnott and Strutmasters are available at lower cost. The air suspension is covered under the 4-year/50,000-mile basic warranty. Extended service agreements are available for 2012-2020 Model X vehicles.

The rear drive unit in the 2020 Model X can develop a high-pitched whine or humming noise that increases with speed and is most noticeable during acceleration and regenerative braking. The noise originates from bearing wear or gear mesh issues within the drive unit, and while it does not cause immediate drivability problems, it indicates progressive internal wear that will eventually require replacement.

Tesla will diagnose and replace the rear drive unit under the 8-year/unlimited-mile Battery and Drive Unit limited warranty if the noise exceeds acceptable thresholds. Document the noise with interior and exterior recordings at various speeds. Independent Tesla specialists can install refurbished drive units at lower cost if the vehicle is out of warranty.

The cosmetic applique trim pieces at the front of the roof behind the windshield and at the center of the roof between the falcon wing door glass panels can detach while driving. The issue is caused by insufficient primer application during manufacturing, which weakens the bond between the trim piece and the roof surface over time. Detached trim at highway speed can become a road hazard for following vehicles.

Tesla issued a recall for affected Model X vehicles to inspect and re-bond or replace the roof applique trim pieces with properly primed replacements, free of charge. Contact Tesla Service to check if your VIN is included. If you notice any lifting or looseness of the roof trim pieces, schedule service immediately and avoid highway driving until repaired.

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

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.

Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.

In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.

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 crash.

Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.

A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.

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."

A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were 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.

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.

Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were 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.

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.

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

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.

The eMMC controller wear-out condition can cause the loss of the rearview camera display, defrost/defog control settings, and exterior turn signal lighting, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

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.