How many engine-related complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Tesla Model S?

NHTSA lists 33 Engine complaints for the 2014 Tesla Model S, making up 9% of the 365 total complaints filed for that model year.

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

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this engine complaint category.

What is the most common engine complaint for the 2014 Tesla Model S?

Owners most frequently describe sudden unintended acceleration, often while parking, sometimes resulting in crashes into walls, curbs, or buildings.

At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2014 Tesla Model S?

The median mileage at failure across engine-area complaints for this year is 42,000 miles.

Have engine complaints led to injuries or fires on the 2014 Tesla Model S?

Yes. Across the complaints tied to this area, NHTSA data shows 12 crashes, 7 injuries, and 1 fire.

2014 Tesla Model S Engine Problems

NHTSA lists 33 Engine complaints for the 2014 Tesla Model S, 9% of that year's 365 total complaints. Owners most often described sudden unintended acceleration while parking, with 12 crashes and 7 injuries linked to the broader complaint set. No related recalls are on file.

Engine complaints: 33; 9% of 365
Crashes reported: 12
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 42,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical engine symptoms owners report

Owners report the car suddenly accelerating on its own while parking or maneuvering at low speed, often jumping curbs or striking walls and buildings.
Several drivers say they had a foot on the brake pedal when the vehicle surged forward anyway, with no effect from braking.
One owner reported the vehicle caught fire while parked and charging in a garage, destroying the car before it could be diagnosed.
A driver described the car losing all power on the road after a firmware update, forcing a pull-over.
Some incidents happened years apart in the same vehicle, with owners saying the problem recurred after repairs.

When 2014 Tesla Model S engine complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 29, 2014, latest May 31, 2026.

33 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2014 to May 2026; peak Sep 2014 (2).

Engine recalls for the 2014 Tesla Model S

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Engine complaints by Model S model year

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

20122 (3%)
201343 (9%)
201433 (9%)
201557 (9%)
201686 (13%)
201736 (8%)
201828 (17%)
20194 (9%)
20208 (10%)
202116 (9%)
202210 (7%)
20236 (5%)
20240 (0%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many engine-related complaints does NHTSA have for the 2014 Tesla Model S?: NHTSA lists 33 Engine complaints for the 2014 Tesla Model S, making up 9% of the 365 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for engine problems on the 2014 Tesla Model S?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this engine complaint category.
What is the most common engine complaint for the 2014 Tesla Model S?: Owners most frequently describe sudden unintended acceleration, often while parking, sometimes resulting in crashes into walls, curbs, or buildings.
At what mileage do engine problems typically show up on the 2014 Tesla Model S?: The median mileage at failure across engine-area complaints for this year is 42,000 miles.
Have engine complaints led to injuries or fires on the 2014 Tesla Model S?: Yes. Across the complaints tied to this area, NHTSA data shows 12 crashes, 7 injuries, and 1 fire.