Model year
2020 Tesla Model X
NHTSA lists 10 recalls and 128 complaints for the 2020 Tesla Model X (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are SUSPENSION (37), UNKNOWN OR OTHER (23), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (21). NHTSA lists 11 investigations, including 5 investigations with no close date in the file. NHTSA rated 3 variants 5 stars overall. EPA rates it 79–105 MPGe combined and 32.2–42.8 kWh/100 mi depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $700–$950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2016 450 complaints
- 2017 268 complaints
- 2018 193 complaints
- 2019 102 complaints
- 2020 128 complaints
- 2021 41 complaints
- 2022 128 complaints
- 2023 194 complaints
- 2024 27 complaints
- 2025 16 complaints
- 2026 7 complaints
Recalls
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…
24V153000 · Feb 27, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal…
24V051000 · Jan 30, 2024
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…
23V838000 · Dec 12, 2023
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…
23V085000 · Feb 15, 2023
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around…
22V818000 · Nov 1, 2022
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
22V235000 · Apr 12, 2022
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tesla, 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 through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS)…
22V063000 · Feb 4, 2022
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS)…
22V037000 · Jan 27, 2022
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop…
21V846000 · Oct 29, 2021
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC…
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake…
Complaints
128 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 17, fire flag on 0, injury field 6, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE21020 | Autopilot & First Responder Scenes · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS | Aug 13, 2021 | Jun 8, 2022 |
| PE21023 | Tesla Passenger Play · EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE | Dec 21, 2021 | May 26, 2023 |
| EA22002 | Autopilot System Driver Controls · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Jun 8, 2022 | Apr 25, 2024 |
| DP22005 | Pedestrian alert sounds · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM | Jan 27, 2023 | Aug 7, 2023 |
| DP23001 | Defect Petition Interlock Request · UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Apr 7, 2023 | Mar 18, 2026 |
| DP23002 | Sudden Unintended Acceleration · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | Jun 29, 2023 | No close date in the file |
5 more actions are in the file and are not listed in this table.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (All Variants 5-Seat) SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.093 | NHTSA photo |
| (All Variants 6-Seat) SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.093 | NHTSA photo |
| (All Variants 7psgr) SUV AWD | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 · possibility 0.093 | NHTSA photo |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model X Long Range · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 99 | 93 | 96 | 35.0 | 328 | $800 |
| Model X Performance (20in Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 90 | 89 | 90 | 37.6 | 305 | $850 |
| Model X Performance (22in Wheels) · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 80 | 77 | 79 | 42.8 | 272 | $950 |
| Model X Standard Range · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 105 | 98 | 101 | 33.3 | 258 | $750 |
| Model X Long Range Plus · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | Electricity · EV | 108 | 101 | 105 | 32.2 | 351 | $700 |
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