2017 Tesla Model X 90d
Common Problems
Ranked from 105 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
13 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Electrical System Display Issues
33complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe central touchscreen display frequently malfunctions, causing blackouts, reboots, and loss of critical functions like climate control and navigation.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Suspension components failing, causing unusual noises and wheel detachment
23complaintsHigh severitySuspensionSuspension components, including ball joints and upper control arms, have been reported to fail, causing unusual noises and in some cases, wheel detachment.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Steering issues leading to difficulty turning and potential loss of control
14complaintsHigh severitySteeringSteering issues have been reported, including difficulty turning and occasional locking up, posing a risk to safe driving.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Failures
13complaintsHigh severityOtherAutopilot and forward collision avoidance systems malfunction, leading to sudden braking or loss of control.
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Service Brake Issues
7complaintsHigh severityOtherService brakes fail or malfunction, leading to loss of vehicle control and potential accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Unintended Acceleration
6complaintsSafety riskTransmissionThe car can suddenly accelerate without driver input, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.
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Visibility and Exterior Lighting Issues
6complaintsMedium severityOtherHeadlights and taillights intermittently fail to work properly, especially during rainy conditions, affecting visibility and safety.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Air Bag Malfunctions
4complaintsSafety riskElectricalAir bags fail to deploy or malfunction, posing a significant safety risk in the event of a collision.
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Software Update Failures
4complaintsLow severityOtherSoftware updates sometimes fail to resolve existing issues, instead causing new problems or exacerbating existing ones.
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Steering System Noise and Malfunction
4complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering system produces loud noises and becomes difficult to maneuver, often requiring replacement of components like control arms.
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Battery Range Degradation
3complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe battery range has unexpectedly dropped, possibly due to software issues rather than normal degradation.
$250–$700est. egr valve replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Suspension Link Issues
3complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension links and components, particularly the front suspension, show signs of premature wear and failure, leading to potential tire damage.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Seat Belt Malfunction
2complaintsHigh severityOtherSecond-row seat belts do not retract properly, posing a safety hazard during transportation.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.