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Tesla Model X safety recalls

Every road vehicle recall DVSA lists for the Tesla Model X since 1992: what the problem is, how it is put right, how many vehicles it covers and when they were built. Newest first.

Recalls for the Tesla Model X. Also see car recalls by year and make.

Last updated
Records analysed
8 recalls matched to this model
Methodology
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  • Recalls since 1992 8 launched 2017 to 2025
  • Most recent 28 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/049
  • Recalls 2016 to 2025 8 launched in those ten years
  • Busiest year 2017 3 recalls launched

Does a recall affect your Tesla Model X?

Not every Tesla Model X is affected. Each recall covers cars built on particular dates or with particular VINs, which DVSA’s file does not list in full. To check a specific car, use GOV.UK’s vehicle recall check with its registration, or ask the manufacturer or a dealer, who can check the VIN.

Tesla Model X recalls by year

Recalls launched each year, 2017 to 2026

2017 had the most, with 3. A count of recalls is not a measure of safety: one recall can cover a handful of cars or tens of thousands.

Tesla Model X safety recalls by year of launch
Year Recalls
’17 3
’18 0
’19 0
’20 0
’21 1
’22 0
’23 2
’24 0
’25 2
’26 0

Source:DVSA,UK Motoring analysis January 1992 to September 2026 Updated

Every Tesla Model X recall, newest first

2025 2 recalls

Loss of Rearview Camera Display Recall

Launched 28 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/049 Manufacturer ref. SB-25-00-001

Defect
On a small percentage of affected vehicles upon vehicle power up the car computer board may experience a short resulting in the loss of rear view camera functionality.
Remedy
Over the air software update or Car Computer replacement if necessary.
Vehicles affected
1 Model X vehicle
Built
11 Jun 2024

Update Vehicle Firmware To Restore Post-Crash eCall Functionality

Launched 7 March 2025 DVSA recall R/2025/075 Manufacturer ref. SB-25-00-005

Defect
On affected vehicles the eCall audio system will not operate in compliance with Regulations when the front passenger seat is occupied. As a result communications between the occupants of the vehicle and an eCall public safety answer point are unavailable post-crash.
Remedy
Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
Vehicles affected
57 Model X vehicles
Built
27 Feb 2023 to 11 Jul 2024
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2023 2 recalls

On certain MY 2021-2023 Model X vehicles the vehicle controller that detects the sensor voltage that indicates brake fluid level may not have a sufficient threshold range at low fluid levels. A vehicle controller that does not correctly indicate low brake fluid levels to the customer

Launched 15 December 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/351 Manufacturer ref. SB-23-00-005

Defect
On certain MY 2021-2023 Model X vehicles the vehicle controller that detects the sensor voltage that indicates brake fluid level may not have a sufficient threshold range at low fluid levels. A vehicle controller that does not correctly indicate low brake fluid levels to the customer
Remedy
Owners of affected vehicles only need to install OTA (over the air) software release 2023.32.7 or a later software release No service visit is necessary
Vehicles affected
100 Model X vehicles
Built
11 Feb 2021 to 27 Sept 2023

A first-row seat belt was disconnected from its pretensioner anchor as part of a necessary step to perform a repair during a service visit. After the repair was completed on certain affected vehicles the first-row seat belt may not have been reconnected to its pretensioner anchor to specification.

Launched 15 December 2023 DVSA recall R/2023/350 Manufacturer ref. SB-23-20-004

Defect
A first-row seat belt was disconnected from its pretensioner anchor as part of a necessary step to perform a repair during a service visit. After the repair was completed on certain affected vehicles the first-row seat belt may not have been reconnected to its pretensioner anchor to specification.
Remedy
Inspect and re-install.
Vehicles affected
3 Model X vehicles
Built
22 Mar 2023 to 28 Mar 2023

2021 1 recall

WHEN THE eMMC REACHES ACCUMULATED LIFETIME WEAR THE CUSTOMER MAY EXPERIENCE A BLANK CENTRE DISPLAY

Launched 1 February 2021 DVSA recall R/2021/031 Manufacturer ref. SB-21-21-001

Defect
When the eMMC reaches accumulated lifetime wear the customer may experience a blank centre display.
Remedy
Ensure current software is installed and upgrade the VCM daughterboard to a 64GB Micron eMMC.
Vehicles affected
9,475 across everything the recall covers
Built
15 Sept 2015 to 3 Mar 2018
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2017 3 recalls

Seat may not correctly latch

Launched 12 October 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/284 Manufacturer ref. SB-17-13-004

Defect
The left-side fold-flat second row seat may have a misadjusted cable that controls the recliner mechanisms. Incorrect adjustment may prevent one of the recliners from fully latching.
Remedy
On affected vehicles check cable and adjust if necessary.
Vehicles affected
414 Model X vehicles
Built
28 Oct 2016 to 1 Sept 2017

Passenger airbag will not deploy

Launched 8 June 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/191 Manufacturer ref. SB-17-20-002

Defect
Due to a firmware error the vehicle's restraint control module will not recognise the passenger seat is occupied. In the event of an accident the passenger airbag will not deploy
Remedy
On affected vehicles the updated software will be downloaded to the vehicle. However the installation of the software will immobilise the vehicle and the vehicle keepr should install when the vehicle is suitably parked up..
Vehicles affected
1,501 Model X vehicles
Built
Build dates not given

Parking brake may not release correctly

Launched 19 April 2017 DVSA recall R/2017/182 Manufacturer ref. SB-17-33-002

Defect
An improperly manufactured internal caliper gear may fail. This may cause the EPB not to release and in some circumstances not to apply. An EPB warning light and message should appear.
Remedy
On affected vehicles replace the brake caliper.
Vehicles affected
1,466 across everything the recall covers
Built
22 Feb 2016 to 7 Oct 2016
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Data sources and methodology

Datasets used on this page
Figures Source Period Records Updated
Safety recalls Vehicle safety recalls Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Derived statistics UK Motoring 		January 1992 to September 2026 8 recalls matched to this model 15 September 2026
  • Road vehicle recalls (DVSA numbers starting R/) whose model names match the Tesla Model X. DVSA records some recalls under a range or chassis name we cannot match, so this list may be incomplete.
  • Vehicles affected is the number the manufacturer reported to DVSA. When one recall covers several models, DVSA often gives only the total.
  • Build dates are the periods the manufacturer gave. Some recalls have none. VINs are not shown.
  • Concerns written in capitals have been put in sentence case, and apostrophes lost in DVSA’s file have been put back. The text is otherwise DVSA’s.
How we calculate these figures All data sources

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