How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Tesla Model X?

NHTSA lists 18 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Model X, which is about 7% of the 268 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Tesla Model X?

There is a recall, campaign 17V260000, covering electric parking brake calipers with an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured and fracture. It was reported for 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles.

Have brake problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2017 Model X?

Yes. NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category shows 3 crashes and 3 injuries for the 2017 Model X, with no fires reported.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2017 Model X is 30,000 miles.

What kind of brake issues do owners describe most on the 2017 Model X?

Most sample complaints describe sudden or unexplained hard braking while Autopilot or adaptive cruise control was engaged, often called phantom braking by owners.

2017 Tesla Model X Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 18 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Tesla Model X, about 7% of all 268 complaints filed for the year. Three crashes and three injuries are tied to this category. A related recall (17V260000) covers electric parking brake caliper gears, though it was reported for 2016 model-year vehicles.

Brakes complaints: 18; 7% of 268
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 30,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden, unexplained hard braking while using Autopilot or Traffic Aware Cruise Control at highway speeds, with no obstacle present.
Some report phantom braking that repeats at the same locations on familiar routes when enhanced autopilot or self-driving is engaged.
One owner described a multiple-system failure with warning lights for steering, cruise control, and braking assist, accompanied by a grinding sound from the brakes at 75,000 miles.
Several drivers report the vehicle braking abruptly when merely signaling a lane change, without actually merging.
One complaint links repeated hard automatic braking to faster wear of rotors and pads.
A parked vehicle was reported to make a loud cracking noise when shifted into reverse, later attributed to the brakes.

When 2017 Tesla Model X brake complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 5, 2017, latest May 10, 2025.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2017 to May 2025; peak Sep 2022 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2017 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 NHTSA have for the 2017 Tesla Model X?: NHTSA lists 18 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Model X, which is about 7% of the 268 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2017 Tesla Model X?: There is a recall, campaign 17V260000, covering electric parking brake calipers with an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured and fracture. It was reported for 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles.
Have brake problems caused crashes or injuries on the 2017 Model X?: Yes. NHTSA data tied to this brake complaint category shows 3 crashes and 3 injuries for the 2017 Model X, with no fires reported.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2017 Model X is 30,000 miles.
What kind of brake issues do owners describe most on the 2017 Model X?: Most sample complaints describe sudden or unexplained hard braking while Autopilot or adaptive cruise control was engaged, often called phantom braking by owners.