2024 Tesla Model S Problems
Compared with other Tesla Model S years
Too new to compare
- Model years are compared once their first three years of complaints are in; the 2024 can be compared from 2027.
- Most reported part: Other or unknown (23 complaints).
- 6 recall campaigns on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Open NHTSA investigationFSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions; Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 38filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 3,500miles, 2 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 6campaigns on record
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —no overall rating published
- EPA fuel economy
- 107 MPGecombined, Electric AWD · 111 city / 103 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2024 Tesla Model S (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints for the 2024 Tesla Model S. The part named most often is other or unknown, with 23 complaints (61% of the total), followed by lane departure (19) and electrical system (7). 2 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 3,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 1 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns and 52 technical service bulletins for this model year. Other or unknown complaints overlap with 41 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Other or unknown23 61%
- Lane departure19 50%
- Electrical system7 18%
- Steering4 11%
- Suspension2 5.3%
- Air bags1 2.6%
- Seat belts1 2.6%
Also reported: Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Other or unknown: “Oct 31 9:48am my blinker on taking on ramp to highway and it jerks wheel forcing me straight I have lane departure disabled, am manually driving under 15mph, and use proper blinker but this “safety feature” causes it to “jerk” the wheel and display warnings to the detriment of safety. This affects the entire fleet and was never an issue before around 2022-2023.”
NHTSA complaint #11623018, filed 2024-10Lane departure: “3:17pm nov 18 2024 - I was driving manually and pulled into my driveway and subsequently my garage. I had the blinker on. As I went to turn into the garage, I heard three beeps and no message was displayed on the screen. The vehicle also jerked the steering wheel towards the wall. I have all lane departure warnings, and assistance settings turned off.”
NHTSA complaint #11626018, filed 2024-11Electrical system: “I was using summon to pull my car forward out of the parking spot and when I let go of the button the car continue driving forward indefinitely until I chased it down and touch the door handle”
NHTSA complaint #11642295, filed 2025-02Steering: “Driving into my garage the vehicle is swerving the wheel and sounding alarms that I am “departing a lane” even though I do not have a lane departure Alerts or assistance enabled. Unlike Tesla response to my reports, this is when I am driving manually auto pilot is not engaged like they keep asserting”
NHTSA complaint #11616484, filed 2024-09Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 2 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 2,000 and 5,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
This model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2024 Tesla Model S. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S (all Variants) · hatchback AWD | not rated | — | — | — | 5 · 5.7% risk |
Driver aids listed by NHTSA for the 2024 model year: forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning standard, automatic emergency braking standard.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2024 Tesla Model S version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving); for electric versions it is the cost of electricity and the rating is in MPGe.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S AWD | Electric | single-speed | 127 | 116 | 122 MPGe | $600 |
| Model S Plaid (19in wheels) AWD | Electric | single-speed | 111 | 103 | 107 MPGe | $700 |
| Model S Plaid (21in wheels) AWD | Electric | single-speed | 100 | 91 | 96 MPGe | $800 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 25V172000Mar 19, 2025Air bagsCovers: Tesla Model S 2021–2024, Model X 2021–2025
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.
- 25V002000Jan 6, 2025Back over prevention › SoftwareCovers: Tesla Model S 2024–2025, Model Y 2023–2025, Model X 2023–2025 +1 more
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
- 24V967000Dec 23, 2024Air bags › Frontal › Driver side › CushionCovers: Tesla Model S 2021–2025, Model X 2021–2025
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…
- 24V554000Jul 24, 2024Electrical system › SoftwareCovers: Tesla Model S 2021–2024, Model Y 2020–2024, Model 3 2021–2024 +1 more
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.
- 24V376000May 28, 2024Seat belts › Front › Warning light/devicesCovers: Tesla Model S 2012–2024, Model X 2015–2024, Model 3 2017–2023 +1 more
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these…
- 23V743000Nov 3, 2023Steering › Steering wheel/handle barCovers: Tesla Model S 2021–2024, Model X 2021–2024
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.
Recall details for the 2024 Tesla Model S → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
NHTSA investigations
- EA26002FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsOpen · Mar 18, 2026
- PE24033Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.Closed · Jan 6, 2025
- PE24031FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility ConditionsClosed · Oct 17, 2024
- RQ24009Recall 23V838 Remedy EffectivenessOpen · Apr 25, 2024
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 52 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11029582Feb 4, 2026Other or unknown. On some Model S and Model X vehicles, the compression gap of the HVAC drain funnel seal is wider than intended, which may cause water ingress. Inspect the sponge area of the HVAC drain funnel for…
- 11016319Mar 21, 2025Electrical system. Some Model S and Model X vehicles with 1st Generation Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) antennas might suffer from lower-than-expected navigation signal strength under certain circumstances.
- 11013483Jan 14, 2025Air bags. On certain Model S and Model X vehicles with a round steering wheel, built between November 6, 2024 and November 27, 2024, the supplier assembly process might have damaged the driver airbag. Coupled…
- 11012221Dec 11, 2024Electrical system. Some Model S and Model X vehicles with 1st Generation Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) antennas might suffer from lower-than-expected navigation signal strength under certain circumstances.
- 11012219Dec 10, 2024Body and structure. On some Model S vehicles, the wood grain and color harmony of the instrument panel (IP) decor assembly may not match that of the door trim.
- 11008831Sep 30, 2024Other or unknown. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based…
- 11008830Sep 30, 2024Other or unknown. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based…
- 11008829Sep 30, 2024Other or unknown. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based…
- 11008827Sep 30, 2024Other or unknown. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based…
- 11008824Sep 30, 2024Other or unknown. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based…
Other model years of the Tesla Model S
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | — | 0 | — | 110 MPGe | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 6 | — | 2 | — | 104 MPGe | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 38 | 3,500 | 6 | — | 107 MPGe | Too new to compare | Too new |
| 2023 | 115 | 83,166 | 13 | — | 120 MPGe | 41 · Typical | Too new |
| 2022 | 139 | 6,118 | 20 | — | 116 MPGe | 60 · Typical | Rising |
| 2021 | 179 | 6,000 | 23 | — | 110 MPGe | 78 · More | Stable |
| 2020 | 80 | 2,500 | 11 | — | 109 MPGe | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2019 | 44 | 5,100 | 10 | — | 103 MPGe | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
| 2018 | 170 | 16,000 | 11 | — | 102 MPGe | 51 · Typical | Falling |
| 2017 | 429 | 24,236 | 9 | — | 102 MPGe | 72 · More | Falling |
| 2016 | 649 | 26,250 | 10 | 5 | 98 MPGe | 100 · More | Falling |
| 2015 | 668 | 49,240 | 9 | 5 | 95 MPGe | 76 · More | Falling |
| 2014 | 367 | 52,425 | 9 | 5 | 89 MPGe | 41 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 461 | 70,000 | 11 | 5 | 94 MPGe | 42 · Typical | Falling |
| 2012 | 61 | 68,481 | 8 | — | 89 MPGe | 0 · Fewer | Falling |
All Tesla Model S model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2024 Tesla Model S have?
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints for the 2024 Tesla Model S as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2024 Tesla Model S is reported most often?
Other or unknown is named most often, in 23 complaints (61% of the total), followed by lane departure with 19.
Has the 2024 Tesla Model S been recalled?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How efficient is the 2024 Tesla Model S according to the EPA?
The EPA rates the 2024 Tesla Model S (Model S Plaid (19in wheels), Electric) at 107 MPGe combined, 111 city and 103 highway, with an estimated annual electricity cost of $700 at 15,000 miles a year. Other battery and motor versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2024 Tesla Model S reported?
Among the 2 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 3,500 miles and the middle half falls between 2,000 and 5,000 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.