2019 Tesla Model X P90d
Common Problems
Ranked from 42 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
10 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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Suspension Failure Leading to Wheel Detachment
12complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe rear suspension system repeatedly fails, leading to wheel detachment and causing severe safety risks.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Electrical System Failures Causing Dashboard Malfunctions
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle's electronic systems frequently fail, causing dashboard malfunctions and reducing visibility and control.
- 3
Battery and Powertrain Issues
5complaintsMedium severityTransmissionIssues with the battery and powertrain, including motor failures and abnormal sounds, affect vehicle performance and reliability.
- 4
Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
5complaintsHigh severityOtherThe forward collision avoidance system frequently malfunctions, causing false alarms and unexpected braking, posing safety risks.
- 5
Steering Column and Suspension Design Flaws
5complaintsMedium severitySteeringDesign flaws in the steering column and suspension lead to excessive noise and vibrations, affecting driving safety and comfort.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 6
Unintended Acceleration Issues
5complaintsHigh severityOtherThe vehicle experiences sudden and unexplained acceleration, leading to potential crashes and safety hazards.
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Child Lock Door Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityOtherChild lock mechanisms fail to function properly, trapping children inside the vehicle and requiring emergency measures to exit.
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Front Suspension Axle Disconnecting Spontaneously
2complaintsHigh severitySuspensionThe left rear axle disconnects spontaneously, rendering the vehicle undriveable.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Steering Wheel and Vehicle Vibration During Acceleration
2complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel and vehicle vibrate during acceleration, leading to reduced control.
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Unintended Acceleration During Parking
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe car suddenly accelerates while parked, jumping over curbs and crashing into walls.
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.