How many Lane Departure complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Tesla Model S?

NHTSA lists 23 Lane Departure complaints for the 2017 Model S, which is 5% of the 424 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Tesla Model S lane departure system?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this problem area on the 2017 Model S.

Did the lane departure issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data links 3 crashes to this problem area for the 2017 Model S, with no reported fires or injuries.

At what mileage do lane departure problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 24,750 miles.

How does 2017 compare to other Model S years for this issue?

The 2017 model year's 5% share of complaints tied to Lane Departure is higher than most other years except 2018 at 8% and 2024 at 50%, based on NHTSA's model-year breakdown.

2017 Tesla Model S Lane Departure Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Lane Departure complaints for the 2017 Tesla Model S, 5% of its 424 total complaints for the year, tied to 3 crashes and no fires or injuries. Median mileage at failure was 24,750 miles, and no related recalls are on file.

Lane Departure complaints: 23; 5% of 424
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 24,750 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical lane departure system symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden, unprompted lane changes or sharp turns while Autopilot or Full Self-Driving was engaged, in some cases resulting in the vehicle leaving the road and striking a guard rail, curb, or embankment.
Some report the car drifting or lurching toward the shoulder or into oncoming lanes at highway speed, including phantom braking events triggered by objects or vehicles that were not actually in the car's path.
Several drivers noted the vehicle attempted premature lane changes near intersections or turn lanes, nearly causing a collision with another vehicle.
A few complaints link lane departure warning failures to broader electrical issues, where the center touchscreen went black and disabled safety alerts along with navigation, climate, and turn signal functions.
One owner reported the steering wheel locking up briefly during a screen blackout, which also affected lane-related alert systems.

When 2017 Tesla Model S lane departure system complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 10, 2018, latest Aug 18, 2026.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2018 to Aug 2026; peak Jan 2021 (3).

Lane Departure recalls for the 2017 Tesla Model S

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Lane Departure complaints by Model S model year

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

20121 (2%)
20135 (1%)
20141 (0%)
201514 (2%)
201615 (2%)
201723 (5%)
201813 (8%)
20192 (5%)
20204 (5%)
20219 (5%)
20223 (2%)
20234 (4%)
202419 (50%)
20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Lane Departure complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Tesla Model S?: NHTSA lists 23 Lane Departure complaints for the 2017 Model S, which is 5% of the 424 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Tesla Model S lane departure system?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for this problem area on the 2017 Model S.
Did the lane departure issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data links 3 crashes to this problem area for the 2017 Model S, with no reported fires or injuries.
At what mileage do lane departure problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 24,750 miles.
How does 2017 compare to other Model S years for this issue?: The 2017 model year's 5% share of complaints tied to Lane Departure is higher than most other years except 2018 at 8% and 2024 at 50%, based on NHTSA's model-year breakdown.