2023 Tesla Model X Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Tesla Model X, 12% of the year's 194 total complaints, with 4 crashes and 3 injuries reported. Related recalls cover hood latch detection, instrument panel font, cabin door unlocking during a crash, and Autosteer software.
- Electrical System complaints
- 23
- 12% of 194
- Crashes reported
- 4
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Median mileage
- 1,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 4
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Center touchscreen malfunctions and displays distorted road-line images, sometimes paired with unexpected vehicle movement.
- Windows have been reported to raise and lower on their own without any warning light illuminated.
- Interior rear light blinks spontaneously and repeatedly while driving with no way to turn it off, distracting the driver.
- Capacitive touch buttons and the steering-wheel horn button are described as hard to locate and unreliable in an emergency, including one case where the horn produced no response while merging.
- Falcon door sensors have reportedly failed after repair, raising concern about passengers being unable to exit if they feel unsafe.
- High beam headlights do not properly light upward, described as a manufacturing defect affecting more than one vehicle.
When 2023 Tesla Model X electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 12, 2023, latest May 20, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2023 Tesla Model X
- NHTSA 24V554000Jul 24, 2024Electrical System1,849,638 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system:software
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Risk: An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and 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 September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
- 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 23V862000Dec 19, 2023Electrical System120,423 vehiclesOver-the-air fix
Electrical system:software
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and X vehicles. The cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Risk: An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-009.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does NHTSA have for the 2023 Tesla Model X?
- NHTSA lists 23 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Model X, which is 12% of the 194 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Are there recalls related to electrical problems on the 2023 Model X?
- Yes. NHTSA recall campaigns 24V554000, 24V051000, 23V862000, and 23V838000 involve the Electrical System, covering hood latch detection, instrument panel font size, cabin doors unlocking during a crash, and Autosteer software.
- What is the median mileage when these electrical failures were reported?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2023 Model X is 1,000 miles.
- Did any crashes or injuries result from these electrical issues?
- NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2023 Model X shows 4 crashes and 3 injuries reported.
- Does the 2023 Model X have more electrical complaints than other model years?
- No. The 2023 Model X's 23 Electrical System complaints and 12% share are lower than several earlier years, such as 2016 (100 complaints, 22% share) and 2017 (77 complaints, 29% share).