Is the electrical system a common problem on the 2017 Tesla Model X?

Yes. NHTSA lists 77 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Model X, which is 29% of all 268 complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among Model X years.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2017 Model X?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 32,000 miles at the time owners reported electrical system failures.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Tesla Model X electrical system?

Yes, two related recalls exist: campaign 24V051000 for an instrument panel font display issue and 23V838000 for Autosteer, both fixed with over-the-air software updates.

What electrical symptoms do owners describe most often?

Owners describe MCU touchscreen freezes and blank screens, loss of turn signals and rear camera, and vehicles stalling and requiring a remote computer reboot.

Did the electrical issues cause crashes or fires?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2017 Model X lists 2 crashes, 3 injuries, and 0 fires.

2017 Tesla Model X Electrical System Problems

Electrical System complaints account for 77 of 268 total complaints (29%) on the 2017 Tesla Model X, the highest share of any model year. Median mileage at failure was 32,000 miles, with two related recalls tied to software issues on the instrument panel and Autosteer.

Electrical System complaints: 77; 29% of 268
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 32,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Touchscreen (MCU) locks up or goes completely blank while driving, requiring a manual reset to restore function.
Vehicle stalls or loses power unexpectedly at low speed and will not restart until Tesla remotely reboots the onboard computer.
MCU failure knocks out turn signals, rear-view camera, HVAC controls, and charging ability at the same time.
Touchscreen becomes progressively slower and less responsive over time, sometimes freezing mid-drive.
Owners report the infotainment system needing repeated repairs or replacements without a lasting fix.

When 2017 Tesla Model X electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 22, 2017, latest Apr 2, 2026.

77 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2017 to Apr 2026; peak Jan 2021 (14).

Electrical System recalls for the 2017 Tesla Model X

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.
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.

Electrical System complaints by Model X model year

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

20150 (0%)
2016100 (22%)
201777 (29%)
201836 (19%)
201922 (22%)
202029 (23%)
20217 (17%)
202219 (15%)
202323 (12%)
20244 (15%)
20254 (27%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the electrical system a common problem on the 2017 Tesla Model X?: Yes. NHTSA lists 77 Electrical System complaints for the 2017 Model X, which is 29% of all 268 complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among Model X years.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2017 Model X?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 32,000 miles at the time owners reported electrical system failures.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Tesla Model X electrical system?: Yes, two related recalls exist: campaign 24V051000 for an instrument panel font display issue and 23V838000 for Autosteer, both fixed with over-the-air software updates.
What electrical symptoms do owners describe most often?: Owners describe MCU touchscreen freezes and blank screens, loss of turn signals and rear camera, and vehicles stalling and requiring a remote computer reboot.
Did the electrical issues cause crashes or fires?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2017 Model X lists 2 crashes, 3 injuries, and 0 fires.