How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2018 Tesla Model X?

NHTSA lists 33 Structure & Body complaints for the 2018 Model X, which is 17% of the 192 total complaints filed for that model year.

Are there any recalls related to Structure & Body issues on the 2018 Model X?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this problem area on the 2018 Model X.

Did these structure and body problems cause crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 5 crashes and 2 injuries associated with Structure & Body complaints on the 2018 Model X.

At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2018 Model X is 8,500 miles.

Is the 2018 Model X worse for this issue than other years?

Its 17% share of complaints tied to Structure & Body is higher than most other model years listed, such as 2017 at 6% and 2023 at 8%, though 2016 was similar at 16%.

2018 Tesla Model X Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 33 Structure & Body complaints for the 2018 Tesla Model X, 17% of that year's 192 total complaints. Five crashes and two injuries are tied to this area, with a median failure mileage of 8,500 miles. No related recalls are listed.

Structure & Body complaints: 33; 17% of 192
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 8,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report unintended low-speed acceleration while parking that overrides brake pedal input and causes the vehicle to jump curbs or strike objects.
Owners describe the self-park feature moving the car backward or forward on its own, resulting in collisions with poles or parked cars.
Some owners report a wheel separating from the vehicle at highway speed after a scraping noise and side-to-side drifting.
Owners describe falcon-wing doors that fail to open, incorrectly sensing an obstruction and trapping occupants inside.
Some owners report the driver seat becoming loose or the seat back fracturing and failing to stay upright.
Owners describe the trunk flying open while driving after latch screws loosened or stripped.

When 2018 Tesla Model X body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 15, 2018, latest Jun 14, 2026.

33 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2018 to Jun 2026; peak Aug 2023 (3).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2018 Tesla Model X

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Model X model year

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

20150 (0%)
201670 (16%)
201715 (6%)
201833 (17%)
201916 (16%)
202015 (12%)
20214 (10%)
202215 (12%)
202316 (8%)
20244 (15%)
20251 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2018 Tesla Model X?: NHTSA lists 33 Structure & Body complaints for the 2018 Model X, which is 17% of the 192 total complaints filed for that model year.
Are there any recalls related to Structure & Body issues on the 2018 Model X?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this problem area on the 2018 Model X.
Did these structure and body problems cause crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 5 crashes and 2 injuries associated with Structure & Body complaints on the 2018 Model X.
At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2018 Model X is 8,500 miles.
Is the 2018 Model X worse for this issue than other years?: Its 17% share of complaints tied to Structure & Body is higher than most other model years listed, such as 2017 at 6% and 2023 at 8%, though 2016 was similar at 16%.