How many electrical system complaints does the 2014 Tesla Model S have?

NHTSA lists 143 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tesla Model S, which is 39% of the 365 total complaints filed for the year.

Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2014 Tesla Model S?

Yes, two recalls list Electrical System as the component: campaign 24V051000 for an incorrect instrument panel font size, and campaign 23V838000 related to Autosteer software, both remedied with an over-the-air update.

At what mileage do 2014 Model S electrical failures typically occur?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2014 Model S is 64,500 miles.

Have electrical issues on the 2014 Tesla Model S led to fires or crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this component shows 5 fires, 3 crashes, and 2 injuries reported for the 2014 Tesla Model S.

2014 Tesla Model S Electrical System Problems

Owners filed 143 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tesla Model S, 39% of its 365 total complaints. Median mileage at failure was 64,500 miles, with 5 fires and 3 crashes reported in this area. Two related recalls (24V051000, 23V838000) address software issues but not the fire and charging failures described.

Electrical System complaints: 143; 39% of 365
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 5
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 64,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Center touch screen goes dark and stops working, disabling the rear view camera, turn signals, and high beam lights.
Vehicle spontaneously combusts while parked or charging in a garage, with owners describing electrical smoke or a burning plastic odor.
Doors automatically lock and cannot be opened with the key fob after the vehicle experiences an electrical malfunction.
Charging is interrupted by unusual noises followed by a fire at the charging port or in the garage.
Universal mobile charger overheats and is cited as a possible fire source.
Door handles fail to extend, making it impossible to open the door, sometimes recurring after an earlier repair.

When 2014 Tesla Model S electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 25, 2015, latest May 1, 2026.

143 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2015 Q1 to 2026 Q2; peak 2020 Q3 (34).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Tesla Model S

NHTSA 24V051000Jan 30, 2024Electrical System2,193,869 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
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."
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.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA 23V838000Dec 12, 2023Electrical System2,031,220 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system:adas:driver monitoring:software
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.
Risk: 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.
Remedy: 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.

Electrical System complaints by Model S model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201238 (62%)
2013203 (44%)
2014143 (39%)
2015281 (42%)
2016183 (28%)
2017131 (31%)
201839 (23%)
20196 (14%)
20207 (9%)
202128 (16%)
202221 (15%)
202314 (12%)
20247 (18%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2014 Tesla Model S have?: NHTSA lists 143 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Tesla Model S, which is 39% of the 365 total complaints filed for the year.
Is there a recall for electrical problems on the 2014 Tesla Model S?: Yes, two recalls list Electrical System as the component: campaign 24V051000 for an incorrect instrument panel font size, and campaign 23V838000 related to Autosteer software, both remedied with an over-the-air update.
At what mileage do 2014 Model S electrical failures typically occur?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints on the 2014 Model S is 64,500 miles.
Have electrical issues on the 2014 Tesla Model S led to fires or crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this component shows 5 fires, 3 crashes, and 2 injuries reported for the 2014 Tesla Model S.