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2018 Tesla Model X P90d
Common Problems

Ranked from 54 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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Safety
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High severity
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Medium
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1 problem on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

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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  1. 1

    Phantom Braking

    13complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The vehicle experiences unexpected braking during self-driving mode, causing sudden deceleration without warning.

  2. 2

    Suspension Shudder and Vibration

    12complaints
    High severitySuspension

    Under normal acceleration, the car shakes and vibrates violently, potentially causing the drive shaft to separate from the drive unit.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  3. 3

    Unintended Acceleration Without Warning

    9complaints
    Safety riskOther

    The car suddenly accelerates without warning, even when not using Autopilot or pressing the gas pedal.

  4. 4

    Suspension Failure Leading to Wheel Detachment

    5complaints
    High severitySuspension

    The rear wheel detached from the vehicle without any impact, leading to potential loss of control.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Electrical System Glitches

    4complaints
    Low severityElectrical

    The instrument cluster freezes, showing incorrect speed or other critical information.

  6. 6

    Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The forward collision avoidance system frequently malfunctions, leading to unexpected braking events and accidents.

  7. 7

    Power Train Issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    Axle and CV joint failures are common, requiring frequent replacements and posing safety risks.

  8. 8

    Instrument Cluster Failure

    3complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The instrument cluster goes blank while driving, leading to loss of critical vehicle information such as speed and warnings.

    $300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs labor
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  9. 9

    Seat Belt Issues

    3complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Seat belts fail to retract properly and can become twisted internally, potentially failing in an accident.

  10. 10

    Structural Issues

    3complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Issues with door mechanisms, such as falcon door failures and spontaneous trunk opening, pose safety risks.

  11. 11

    Lane Departure Warning System Malfunction

    2complaints
    Low severityOther

    Lane departure warnings often fail, leading to potential loss of control and accidents.

  12. 12

    Seat Mechanism Failure

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The latching mechanism on the rear seats fails, allowing the seat to slide and posing a risk of crush injuries.

  13. 13

    Service Brake Issues

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The emergency brake engages unexpectedly, causing sudden deceleration and potential injury to occupants.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs labor
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Other years & sources

2016 Tesla Model X P90d2017 Tesla Model X P90d2019 Tesla Model X P90dAll NHTSA complaints for this vehicle →

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.