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2026 Tesla Model XRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 8 owner complaints for the 2026 Tesla Model X. Most complaints involve forward collision avoidance (5) and back over prevention (1). The EPA rates it 100–105 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
100–105mpg
EPA · 2 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
8
Top: forward collision avoidance
Fuel cost / yr
$700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2026 Tesla Model X as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

8 complaints filed with NHTSA · Mar 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Forward collision avoidance5
  2. Back over prevention1
  3. Steering1
  4. Air bags1
  5. Vehicle speed control1
  6. Suspension1
  7. Wheels1
  8. Electrical system1
  9. Service brakes1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Model X model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2016417
2017237
2022129
2023195
202427
202516
20268
Crashes reported
2
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
1
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Forward collision avoidance

5 reports2 crashes
“Driving with FSD the car stopped right in front of dive way it was far away from the garage door moving little bit back and forth. Slight press of the gas paddle caused the car to accelerate going through the garage door with no sign of stopping and ended with my car crashing through our house wall. All four air bag deployed.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 29, 2026Unknown or other, Back over prevention, Forward collision avoidanceODI 11774335

Back over prevention

1 report

Steering

1 report
“In July 2026, Tesla sold me a yoke steering wheel for my 2026 Model X Long Range and Tesla's service team installed it. On September 3, 2026, Tesla informed me the yoke is incompatible with my vehicle configuration and that the vehicle will not receive over-the-air software updates until the original round steering wheel is reinstalled. The vehicle has received zero software updates since July 2026. I am concerned the airbag in the Tesla-installed yoke may not deploy properly in a crash. I drive approximately 600 miles per week and do not feel safe in the vehicle. Tesla has not resolved this in 69 days despite weekly requests.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Sep 29, 2026Steering, Air bagsODI 11767929
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

2 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor
Transmissions
Automatic (A1)
Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity
EV range
352 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Model X
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
11099105$700—
Model X Plaid
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
10594100$750—
  • Model X
    Auto (A1)
    110 city · 99 hwy · $700/yr
    105
    mpg comb.
  • Model X Plaid
    Auto (A1)
    105 city · 94 hwy · $750/yr
    100
    mpg comb.
Estimate your fuel costCost of ownership
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

1 tested variant
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2026 Tesla Model X as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 22074
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi6–12 monthsEVs wear tires faster (weight, torque)
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–4 yearsRegen braking spares the pads, not the fluid
Battery coolantPer manualPer manualIntervals vary widely by maker
12V battery—3–5 years
  • Tire rotation6,000–8,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–4 years
  • Battery coolantPer manual
    Per manual
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2026 Model X questions

How many recalls does the 2026 Tesla Model X have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.

What are the most common 2026 Tesla Model X problems?

Owners filed 8 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are forward collision avoidance (5), back over prevention (1), steering (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2026 Tesla Model X get?

The EPA rates the 2026 Tesla Model X at 100–105 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (2 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026