2024 Tesla Model S Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
23/100
#11 most-complained of 14 Model S years
The 2024 Tesla Model S has a Complaint Index of 23 and ranks 11th worst out of 14 model years, earning a "Best" verdict relative to other Model S years. NHTSA lists 38 complaints, 6 recalls, 2 crashes and 1 injury for this year, with Lane Departure the top problem area at 50% of complaints.
- Complaints
- 38
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes / fires
- 2 / 0
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 107
- 111 city / 103 hwy
Top 2024 Tesla Model S problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Other23 (61%)
- Lane Departure19 (50%)
- Electrical System7 (18%)
- Steering4 (11%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (5%)
- Structure & Body2 (5%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (5%)
- Visibility & Wipers2 (5%)
- Airbags1 (3%)
- Seat Belts1 (3%)
What owners report
- Owners report the steering wheel jerking or being yanked toward walls or curbs during low-speed maneuvers like pulling into a garage, even with lane departure assist turned off.
- Some describe lane-keeping alarms sounding and the system overriding steering input while using a turn signal on ramps or turns, despite the feature being disabled in settings.
- Windshield and rear glass distortion is reported as causing visual disruption and headaches, with some owners saying multiple glass replacements did not resolve it.
- One owner reported the car accelerating unexpectedly while in self-driving mode during a turn, resulting in a crash with no injuries.
- A vibration through the accelerator pedal and steering wheel between 25 and 40 mph during cold starts was linked to the front suspension half shafts or CV joints.
- One owner reported all doors locking and becoming inaccessible via key card or phone app, requiring the vehicle to be towed for service.
2024 Tesla Model S recalls
6 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 25V172000Mar 19, 2025Airbags91 vehicles
Air bags
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.
Risk: An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla service will inspect and install an air bag with the correct horn pad as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
- NHTSA 25V002000Jan 6, 2025Collision Avoidance & Cameras239,382 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
- NHTSA 24V967000Dec 23, 2024Airbags487 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:cushion
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-20-001.
2024 Tesla Model S fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 111 MPG
- Highway
- 103 MPG
- Combined
- 107 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2024 compared with other Model S years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Tesla Model S reliable?
- Compared to other Model S years, the 2024 ranks well, with a Complaint Index of 23 and a "Best" verdict, placing it 11th worst out of 14 model years tracked.
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Tesla Model S?
- Lane Departure issues make up 50% of complaints, followed by Electrical System problems at 18% and Steering complaints at 11%, according to NHTSA data.
- Does the 2024 Tesla Model S have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2024 Model S, covering airbags, the rearview camera circuit board, hood latch detection, and seat belt chime software, none marked do-not-drive.
- How does the 2024 Model S compare to the worst Model S years?
- The 2024 model's Complaint Index of 23 is far below years like 2016 (100), 2015 (92), and 2013 (85), which carry "Avoid" verdicts among Model S years.
- Are there crashes or injuries linked to 2024 Model S complaints?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury among the 38 complaints filed for the 2024 Model S, with no reported fires.