How many brake complaints does the 2016 Tesla Model X have?

NHTSA lists 33 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Model X, which is 7% of the 448 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Tesla Model X?

Yes. Recall 17V260000, reported April 19, 2017, covers the electric parking brake calipers, whose internal gear may be improperly manufactured and could fracture.

Did the brake issues cause crashes?

NHTSA data tied 10 crashes and 1 injury to the brake complaint category for the 2016 Model X, with no fires reported.

At what mileage do brake problems typically appear?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2016 Model X is 26,215.5 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.

Is the brake system remedy free?

Yes. Under recall 17V260000, Tesla notifies owners and replaces both left and right electric parking brake calipers at no cost.

2016 Tesla Model X Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 33 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Tesla Model X, 7% of all 448 complaints filed for the year, with 10 crashes and 1 injury reported. A related recall (17V260000) covers a defective electric parking brake caliper gear.

Brakes complaints: 33; 7% of 448
Crashes reported: 10
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 26,216 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the vehicle rolling or lurching forward unexpectedly while parking, even with the brake pedal pressed, sometimes striking fences, walls, or curbs.
Some describe sudden unintended acceleration while pulling into a parking space at low speed, with the brakes failing to stop the car before it struck an object.
Several complaints reference the electric parking brake caliper recall (17V260000), noting the gear inside the caliper can fracture and cause a rollaway.
One owner reported a main computer (MCU) freeze that disabled access to emergency brake controls along with turn signals and other safety systems.
Failures were reported across a wide mileage range, from near-new vehicles up to 50,000 miles, with a median failure mileage of 26,215.5 miles.

When 2016 Tesla Model X brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 26, 2016, latest Jul 19, 2026.

33 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2016 to Jul 2026; peak Jun 2017 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2016 Tesla Model X

NHTSA 17V260000Apr 19, 2017Brakes31,709 vehicles
Parking brake
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Risk: If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.

Brakes complaints by Model X model year

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

20150 (0%)
201633 (7%)
201718 (7%)
201815 (8%)
201912 (12%)
202011 (9%)
20211 (2%)
202210 (8%)
202312 (6%)
20242 (8%)
20252 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2016 Tesla Model X have?: NHTSA lists 33 brake-related complaints for the 2016 Model X, which is 7% of the 448 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2016 Tesla Model X?: Yes. Recall 17V260000, reported April 19, 2017, covers the electric parking brake calipers, whose internal gear may be improperly manufactured and could fracture.
Did the brake issues cause crashes?: NHTSA data tied 10 crashes and 1 injury to the brake complaint category for the 2016 Model X, with no fires reported.
At what mileage do brake problems typically appear?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2016 Model X is 26,215.5 miles, though some owners reported issues at much lower mileage.
Is the brake system remedy free?: Yes. Under recall 17V260000, Tesla notifies owners and replaces both left and right electric parking brake calipers at no cost.