2025 Tesla Model S Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2025 Tesla Model S has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).

2Recalls
6Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2025 Tesla Model S recalls

Rearview camera image can cut out, raising crash risk

Recall 25V002Jan 6, 2025239,382 vehicles affected

Certain Tesla Model 3, Model S, Model X, and Model Y vehicles may have a computer circuit board that can short, causing the rearview camera to lose its image.

Driver Airbag May Tear During Deployment

Recall 24V967Dec 23, 2024487 vehicles affected

Certain Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles from model years 2021 through 2024 may have a driver's frontal airbag cushion that could tear when the airbag deploys.

Most common 2025 Tesla Model S problems

Problem areas named in the 6 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension2
Power Train2
Visibility/Wiper1
Wheels1
Steering1

What owners report

2026-02-17, Power Train
The power train of my 2025 Model S failed similar to failure of 7-6-25 which I previously reported to NHTSA (complaint #11718413) and Tesla. Upon getting into my car on 2-7-26 and putting it in reverse, several alert messages displayed including "stability control disabled, traction control disabled, and emergency braking unavailable". I drove 1/4 mile to a safe area to call Tesla roadside assist, since my steering was noticeably degraded in real time and the car was not safe to drive. The car was towed to the nearest Tesla service center. Tesla made statements on their service report attached here, that this is a "known characteristic of the vehicle" and that if it happens again I shoul
2026-02-17, Power Train
The power train of my 2025 Tesla Model S failed. As a result, the car had several systems alert on my console that they were "unavailable" or "degraded", and in addition to the alerts I experienced their loss or degradation in real time. This included braking, steering, stability control, and traction control. Normally you don't have to hold the brake pedal down at a stop light on this electric vehicle, but when the failure occurred my car was rolling backwards at the stop light and so I had to hold down the brake. Also, steering was noticeably degraded and not stable. The car was also exhibiting behavior similar to a stuck accelerator whereby even with my foot off the accelerator the c
2026-01-26, Steering
The turning signal button on the steering wheel doesn't respond intermittently. It's a safety hazard to not engage a turning signal when making a turn.
2025-12-13, Wheels
I experienced excessive rear tire wear on both rear tires inner side The tire ended up blowing out on the rear passenger tire
2025-09-26, Suspension
TIRES WEAR EXCESSIVLY DUE TO INCORECT FACTORY AND NON-ADJUSTABLE CAMBER SETTINGS CAUSING EXTREME SAFTEY CONCERNS/BLOWOUTS, WHICH ARE NOT VISIBLE WITHOUT REMOVAL OF TIRE OR LIFTING OF VEHICLE BY AVERAGE MOTORIST. MY VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THIS WITHIN FIRST 10,000 MILES ON NEW CAR WITH NEW TIRES. FOURTUNEATLY A FLAT LED TO FURTHER INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT BEFORE INCCURING TRAGIC OR ADVERSE CONSEQUENCES.

2025 Tesla Model S questions

Does the 2025 Tesla Model S have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2025 Tesla Model S: Rearview camera image can cut out, raising crash risk; Driver Airbag May Tear During Deployment. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2025 Tesla Model S?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Power Train (2), Visibility/Wiper (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2025 Tesla Model S has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

Other Tesla Model S years

Other 2025 Tesla models