2022 Tesla Model X Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 12%of 129 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the electrical system of the 2022 Tesla Model X, 12% of the 129 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved and 2 a fire, according to the filers. 7 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Bran new Tesla Model X 2022 model went up in flames in my garage on it is own, burning my garage, and destroying my other tesla. the car melted completely and Tesla Warranty is no where to be found, they are not even talking to me after 8 weeks of the incident and as of this date filing this complaint. The Car was purchased directly from Tesla, Brand New, owned it less than 14 months and had less than 30,000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #11564918, filed 2024-01“I was in the car. I had put on my seat belt and reached back to plug in my phone to charge. Before I turned back the phone accelerated forward and crashed into two cars in the parking lot.”
NHTSA complaint #11755585, filed 2026-08“While driving my 2022 Tesla Model X at highway speed, I experienced a sudden loss of steering assist shortly after Supercharging. The steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn, and I had to use significant force to maintain control. The vehicle displayed a ‘Steering Assist Reduced’ alert, FSD became unavailable, and the suspension behaved unexpectedly. After the incident, the vehicle was taken to Tesla service. At this time, I have not received a clear explanation of the root cause of the steering‑assist loss. …”
NHTSA complaint #11717677, filed 2026-02“I had my two Teslas parked in the garage. The model X was charging at about 1:30 AM. We heard explosions coming out of the garage. Went to check only to see my model X in flames. We evacuated and called 911 eventually a fire investigation report was made Showing the fire started within the vehicle outward. The battery pack was on fire. We had lithium contamination all over the house and this fire endangered five lives. This incident has been two years ago and until now Tesla refuses to acknowledge the faulty battery and is refusing to do anything about it”
NHTSA complaint #11700457, filed 2025-11“My Tesla stopped in the middle of a 4 way intersection without notice. As I was turning left, the car started to shake for about 2 seconds and then stopped. No warning or anything. The notification stated electrical system unable to support functions. My safety was put at risk and others. I was traveling with my 11 month old and other cars could have hit my car if they were not paying attention when coming through the intersection. The car was towed to the Tesla dealership. No warnings prior to the failure. Warnings appeared after the car stopped.”
NHTSA complaint #11626534, filed 2024-11Related recalls
- 24V554000Jul 24, 2024Tesla, 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…Covers: Tesla Model X 2021–2024, Model Y 2020–2024, Model S 2021–2024 +1 more
- 24V051000Jan 30, 2024Tesla, 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…Covers: Tesla Model X 2016–2024, Model S 2012–2023, Model 3 2017–2023 +2 more
- 23V862000Dec 19, 2023Tesla, 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…Covers: Tesla Model X 2022–2023, Model S 2022–2023
- 23V838000Dec 12, 2023Tesla, 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…Covers: Tesla Model X 2016–2023, Model S 2012–2023, Model 3 2017–2023 +1 more
- 22V296000May 3, 2022Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The…Covers: Tesla Model X 2021–2022, Model S 2021–2022, Model Y 2022 +1 more
- 22V235000Apr 12, 2022Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played…Covers: Tesla Model X 2020–2022, Model 3 2017–2022, Model S 2020–2022 +1 more
- 22V050000Feb 2, 2022Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat…Covers: Tesla Model X 2021–2022, Model Y 2020–2022, Model S 2021–2022 +1 more
Related service bulletins
- 11023641Sep 3, 2025On certain Model S and Model X vehicles, the HV battery umbrella valves, over time, may become damaged due to road debris. Replace all 5 umbrella valves with updated parts. This…
- 11023640Sep 2, 2025On certain Model S and Model X vehicles built between approximately January 2021 and September 22, 2022, the High Voltage (HV) battery ports’ plungers intended for internal water…
- 11020190Jun 4, 2025On certain Model S and Model X vehicles, the HV battery umbrella valves, over time, may become damaged due to road debris.
- 11021494May 13, 2025Messaging sent directly to customers who have queued with Tesla Service to perform Service Bulletin SB-25-16-002 "Replace Flood Port Plungers". The customer is informed that…
- 11021493May 13, 2025Proactive messaging sent directly to customers affected by Service Bulletin SB-25-16-002 "Replace Flood Port Plungers". The customer is informed that their vehicle is impacted by…
- 11018848May 5, 2025On certain Model S and Model X vehicles built between approximately January 2021 and September 22, 2022, the High Voltage (HV) battery ports’ plungers intended for internal water…
- 11017591Apr 3, 2025On certain Model S, Model X and Model Y vehicles, the interior camera requires replacement to mitigate reduced driver attentiveness detection performance in low-light conditions.
- 11016319Mar 21, 2025Some 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…
- 11014772Feb 28, 2025Some Model S and Model X vehicles with revision D interior cameras might suffer from lower-than-expected navigation signal strength under certain circumstances.
- 11013482Jan 16, 2025On certain Model S, Model X and Model Y vehicles, the interior camera requires replacement to mitigate reduced driver attentiveness detection performance in low-light conditions.
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 14% |
| 2025 | 3 | 19% |
| 2024 | 4 | 15% |
| 2023 | 21 | 11% |
| 2022 | 16 | 12% |
| 2021 | 7 | 17% |
| 2020 | 28 | 22% |
| 2019 | 20 | 20% |
| 2018 | 36 | 19% |
| 2017 | 72 | 27% |
| 2016 | 93 | 21% |
Other parts of the 2022 Tesla Model X
44 complaintsOther or unknown
27 complaintsForward collision avoidance
21 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsSuspension
10 complaintsLane departure
8 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsSeat belts
7 complaintsSeats
4 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2022 Tesla Model X
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology