YearToAvoid

2022 Tesla Model S Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model S, 15% of the 138 total complaints filed for the year. No crashes or fires were reported in this area, and five related recalls touch electrical components, though none require the owner to stop driving.

Electrical System complaints
21
15% of 138
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
1,500 mi
Related recalls
5

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

  • Shift bar and hazard switch controls became inoperable, with the dealer identifying a failed control bar that was never repaired.
  • Seat belt audible reminder failed to engage even after software updates at the service center.
  • Voice command system misfired frequently on HVAC, lighting, and navigation inputs.
  • Navigation and GPS gave incorrect directions, forcing owners to rely on a phone instead.
  • Touch-capacitive horn button on the yoke steering wheel was hard to locate quickly in an emergency.
  • Vehicle unexpectedly shut down while parked, in one case tied to water damage requiring battery pack replacement, and in another case showing an 'Electrical System Power Reduce' warning that stopped charging.

When 2022 Tesla Model S electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 9, 2022, latest Jul 1, 2026.

2022 Tesla Model S electrical system complaints: complaints filed per month2Mar 2022Aug 2022Dec 2022Oct 2023Nov 2024Mar 2026
21 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2022 to Jul 2026; peak Mar 2022 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2022 Tesla Model S

  1. NHTSA 24V554000Jul 24, 2024Electrical System1,849,638 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Electrical system:software

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.

    Risk: An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.

  2. 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.

  3. NHTSA 23V862000Dec 19, 2023Electrical System120,423 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Electrical system:software

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and X vehicles. The cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

    Risk: An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-009.

  4. 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.

  5. NHTSA 22V050000Feb 2, 2022Electrical System26,681 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Electrical system:software

    Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

    Risk: Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.

Electrical System complaints by Model S model year

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

  1. 201238 (62%)
  2. 2013203 (44%)
  3. 2014143 (39%)
  4. 2015281 (42%)
  5. 2016183 (28%)
  6. 2017131 (31%)
  7. 201839 (23%)
  8. 20196 (14%)
  9. 20207 (9%)
  10. 202128 (16%)
  11. 202221 (15%)
  12. 202314 (12%)
  13. 20247 (18%)
  14. 20250 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical system complaints does the 2022 Tesla Model S have?
NHTSA lists 21 Electrical System complaints for the 2022 Model S, which is 15% of the 138 total complaints filed for that model year.
Are there any electrical system recalls for the 2022 Tesla Model S?
Yes. NHTSA lists five recalls touching the Electrical System, covering hood latch detection, instrument panel font size, cabin door unlocking during a crash, Autosteer software, and a heat pump refrigerant valve. None require the owner to stop driving the vehicle.
Did the 2022 Tesla Model S electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?
No. NHTSA data shows 0 crashes and 0 fires among the reported Electrical System complaints for this year.
At what mileage do 2022 Model S electrical problems typically appear?
The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2022 Model S is 1,500 miles.
Is the electrical system complaint rate higher in 2022 than other Model S years?
No. The 2022 Model S share of 15% is lower than earlier years like 2012 (62%), 2013 (44%), and 2015 (42%), though higher than 2019 (14%) and 2020 (9%).

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.