2022 Tesla Model X Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
60/100
#5 most-complained of 11 Model X years
The 2022 Tesla Model X has a complaint index of 60 and ranks 5th worst among 11 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 127 complaints, 22 recalls, 12 crashes and 2 fires tied to this year, with Steering as the top problem area.
- Complaints
- 127
- Recalls
- 22
- Crashes / fires
- 12 / 2
- Injuries / deaths
- 2 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 98
- 103 city / 93 hwy
Top 2022 Tesla Model X problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Steering44 (35%)
- Other26 (20%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras24 (19%)
- Electrical System19 (15%)
- Structure & Body15 (12%)
- Engine13 (10%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires13 (10%)
- Airbags10 (8%)
- Brakes10 (8%)
- Lane Departure8 (6%)
What owners report
- Owners report sudden unintended acceleration while parking or maneuvering at low speed, with the brake failing to stop the vehicle.
- Some describe the steering wheel or 'slide bar' becoming unresponsive or slick, leading to loss of control in parking lots.
- Full self-driving or FSD supervised mode reportedly caused sudden sharp turns or hard acceleration into obstacles, sometimes triggering airbag deployment.
- A driver-side door reportedly opened on its own while the car was parked or being approached.
- Two owners report the vehicle catching fire in the garage, in one case while charging, with the battery pack identified as the fire origin.
- Rear suspension was reported to fail suddenly, causing the car to veer and strike parked vehicles.
2022 Tesla Model X recalls
22 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V283000May 4, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras218,868 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Back over prevention:software
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in 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 image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
- NHTSA 25V172000Mar 19, 2025Airbags91 vehicles
Air bags
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.
Risk: An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Tesla service will inspect and install an air bag with the correct horn pad as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
- NHTSA 24V967000Dec 23, 2024Airbags487 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver side:cushion
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."
Risk: A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-20-001.
2022 Tesla Model X fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 103 MPG
- Highway
- 93 MPG
- Combined
- 98 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $750
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2022 compared with other Model X years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Tesla Model X reliable?
- NHTSA data gives the 2022 Model X a complaint index of 60 and a Caution verdict, ranking it 5th worst out of 11 Model X model years. It has fewer complaints than the 2016 and 2017 model years but more recalls than most other years, with 22 recalls logged.
- What is the top problem area for the 2022 Tesla Model X?
- Steering is the top problem area, accounting for 44 complaints, or 35% of all complaints for this year, with 3 crashes linked to it.
- Does the 2022 Tesla Model X have recalls?
- Yes, NHTSA lists 22 recalls tied to the 2022 Model X, covering areas including Airbags, Electrical System, Collision Avoidance & Cameras, and Seat Belts. None of these are do-not-drive recalls.
- Which Tesla Model X years should I avoid?
- Based on NHTSA complaint index data, 2016 (index 90), 2017 (index 100), and 2023 (index 80) are rated Avoid, while 2022 sits in the middle range with a Caution verdict.
- How many fires and crashes are linked to the 2022 Tesla Model X?
- NHTSA complaint data links 12 crashes and 2 fires to the 2022 Model X, along with 2 reported injuries and no deaths.