2017 Tesla Model X P100d
Common Problems
Ranked from 85 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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Touchscreen freezing or going blank during operation
19complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe central touchscreen frequently freezes or goes completely black, affecting critical functions such as climate control, navigation, and safety features.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Suspension Collapse During Parking
18complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe suspension can collapse while parking, leading to sudden loss of control and potential damage to the vehicle.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Steering Issues
12complaintsHigh severitySteeringSteering becomes difficult to operate, especially at low speeds or during turns, leading to increased effort and reduced control.
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Service Brake Issues
8complaintsMedium severityOtherService brakes exhibit unpredictable behavior, such as sudden deceleration or loss of control, potentially leading to accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Suspension components failing, leading to wheel detachment
8complaintsHigh severitySuspensionSuspension components, particularly ball joints and upper control arms, have been reported to fail, causing wheels to detach or become detached without any external impact.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Unintended Acceleration
8complaintsSafety riskTransmissionThe car can suddenly accelerate without driver input, leading to loss of control and potential crashes.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Failures
7complaintsHigh severityOtherForward collision avoidance systems, including Autopilot, experience frequent malfunctions, leading to unexpected braking or loss of control.
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Electrical System Malfunctions
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe infotainment system frequently malfunctions, causing the dashboard to go black or freeze, leading to loss of critical vehicle functions.
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Airbag Deployment Without Collision
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalAirbags deploy without any collision, indicating a potential issue with the airbag system.
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Battery Range Degradation
2complaintsMedium 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 - 11
Steering Noise and Difficulty
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering wheel produces a squeaking noise and becomes difficult to maneuver, indicating potential control issues.
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Vehicle Speed Control Issues
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle unexpectedly accelerates without warning, posing a safety risk to the driver and others on the road.
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Wiper and Headlight Malfunction
2complaintsLow severityOtherWindshield wipers and headlights sometimes fail to work properly, especially during rainy conditions, reducing visibility.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes
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.