How many collision avoidance and camera complaints does the 2018 Tesla Model X have?

NHTSA lists 32 complaints in this category for the 2018 Model X, which is 17% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there crashes linked to these complaints?

Yes. NHTSA data tied to these complaints includes 6 crashes and 4 injuries, with no fires reported.

Is there a recall for the 2018 Model X's cameras or collision avoidance system?

Yes, two recalls apply: 22V169000, covering a rearview camera image display issue, and 21V846000, covering a software error causing false forward-collision warnings.

At what mileage do these problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure across reported cases in this category is 38,500 miles.

What kind of issues do owners describe most often?

Owners most often describe Autopilot or Full Self-Driving failing to stop for traffic, unexpected acceleration, and phantom braking events.

2018 Tesla Model X Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 32 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2018 Tesla Model X, 17% of all complaints for the year, tied to 6 crashes and 4 injuries. Two related recalls (22V169000 and 21V846000) address rearview camera display and false forward-collision warnings.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints: 32; 17% of 192
Crashes reported: 6
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 38,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

Autopilot or Full Self-Driving fails to detect stopped or slowing traffic ahead, leading to rear-end collisions.
Full Self-Driving reportedly accelerates or fails to brake while turning into or through intersections and parking lots, resulting in crashes.
Owners report unexplained 'phantom braking' where the vehicle brakes hard on clear roads with no obstacles present.
Some owners describe emergency or automatic braking engaging abruptly during highway driving, throwing loose items and passengers forward.
Owners say Tesla has been unresponsive or unable to provide requested driving data logs after crashes involving the driver-assistance system.

When 2018 Tesla Model X collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 14, 2021, latest Aug 16, 2026.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2021 to Aug 2026; peak Feb 2022 (4).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2018 Tesla Model X

NHTSA 22V169000Mar 18, 2022Collision Avoidance & Cameras947 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:display function
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases. The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, 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 May 17, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-004.
NHTSA 21V846000Oct 29, 2021Collision Avoidance & Cameras11,728 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Forward collision avoidance: sensing system: camera
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Risk: Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by Model X model year

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

20150 (0%)
201634 (8%)
201742 (16%)
201832 (17%)
201919 (19%)
202026 (20%)
20216 (15%)
202224 (19%)
202321 (11%)
20249 (35%)
20254 (27%)

Frequently asked questions

How many collision avoidance and camera complaints does the 2018 Tesla Model X have?: NHTSA lists 32 complaints in this category for the 2018 Model X, which is 17% of all complaints filed for that model year.
Are there crashes linked to these complaints?: Yes. NHTSA data tied to these complaints includes 6 crashes and 4 injuries, with no fires reported.
Is there a recall for the 2018 Model X's cameras or collision avoidance system?: Yes, two recalls apply: 22V169000, covering a rearview camera image display issue, and 21V846000, covering a software error causing false forward-collision warnings.
At what mileage do these problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure across reported cases in this category is 38,500 miles.
What kind of issues do owners describe most often?: Owners most often describe Autopilot or Full Self-Driving failing to stop for traffic, unexpected acceleration, and phantom braking events.