Model year
2024 Tesla Model S
NHTSA lists 6 recalls and 38 complaints for the 2024 Tesla Model S (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are UNKNOWN OR OTHER (23), LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST (17), LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING (15). NHTSA lists 6 investigations, including 4 investigations with no close date in the file. NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 96–122 MPGe combined and 27.7–35.2 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $600–$800, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2012 61 complaints
- 2013 461 complaints
- 2014 366 complaints
- 2015 668 complaints
- 2016 649 complaints
- 2017 428 complaints
- 2018 170 complaints
- 2019 44 complaints
- 2020 80 complaints
- 2021 179 complaints
- 2022 139 complaints
- 2023 114 complaints
- 2024 38 complaints
- 2025 6 complaints
- 2026 7 complaints
Recalls
25V172000 · Mar 19, 2025
AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN
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.
25V002000 · Jan 6, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 requirements of Federal Motor…
24V967000 · Dec 23, 2024
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…
24V554000 · Jul 24, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
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.
24V376000 · May 28, 2024
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
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 vehicles fail to…
23V743000 · Nov 3, 2023
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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.
Complaints
38 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 2, fire flag on 0, injury field 1, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RQ24009 | Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE | Apr 25, 2024 | No close date in the file |
| PE24031 | FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Oct 17, 2024 | Mar 18, 2026 |
| PE24033 | Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts. · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING | Jan 6, 2025 | Apr 3, 2026 |
| AQ25002 | Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Aug 20, 2025 | No close date in the file |
| PE25012 | Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Oct 7, 2025 | No close date in the file |
| EA26002 | FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Mar 18, 2026 | No close date in the file |
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (All Variants) 5 HB AWD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 5 · possibility 0.057 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model S · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 127 | 116 | 122 | 27.7 | 402 | $600 |
| Model S Plaid (19in wheels) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 111 | 103 | 107 | 31.5 | 359 | $700 |
| Model S Plaid (21in wheels) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 100 | 91 | 96 | 35.2 | 320 | $800 |
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Check a vehicle
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