2020 Tesla Model X Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2020 Tesla Model X, 12% of its 127 total complaints. There was 1 crash and 1 injury tied to this area, with median mileage at failure of 3,600 miles, and no related recalls on file.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 15
- 12% of 127
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 3,600 mi
- Related recalls
- 0
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Driver seat unexpectedly slides or moves forward on its own while the vehicle is in motion, including at highway speed.
- Falcon rear doors fail to open or close, often reporting a false 'obstruction' with nothing blocking them.
- Side mirrors open unexpectedly on their own shortly after driving away, sometimes causing damage.
- Driver seat becomes stuck and cannot be adjusted forward or backward after use.
- Rear passenger door alignment is off, scraping the C-pillar and requiring repeated attempts to close.
When 2020 Tesla Model X body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 20, 2020, latest Apr 29, 2026.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2020 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2020 Tesla Model X have?
- NHTSA lists 15 Structure & Body complaints for the 2020 Model X, which is 12% of the 127 total complaints filed for that year.
- Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2020 Tesla Model X?
- No. The data shows no related recalls linked to this problem area for the 2020 Model X.
- What mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up at on the 2020 Model X?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 3,600 miles.
- Were there any crashes or injuries linked to Structure & Body complaints?
- Yes. NHTSA records show 1 crash and 1 injury associated with Structure & Body complaints for the 2020 Model X, and no fires.
- What kinds of Structure & Body problems do owners report on the 2020 Model X?
- Owners describe seats sliding or moving unexpectedly, falcon doors failing to open or close, and side mirrors opening on their own while driving.