CarRecallWatchThe 2016 Tesla Model X has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 452 complaints with NHTSA, including 62 crashes, 4 fires, 36 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (151 reports).
2016 Tesla Model X recalls
Roof trim may detach, creating a road hazard
Certain 2016 Model X vehicles have front and center roof cosmetic trim pieces that may have been bonded to the vehicle without primer.
Seat belt warning may not sound for unbelted driver
Some Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3 and Model Y vehicles may have a seat belt warning light and chime that do not activate as intended when the driver is unbelted.
Dashboard brake and ABS warning text too small to read easily
The instrument panel on these Tesla vehicles displays the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights in an incorrect font size.
Driver Misuse Risk With Autosteer Driver-Assist Feature
This recall covers vehicles with Autosteer, an SAE Level 2 driver-assistance feature.
Software may let vehicle run intersections or exceed speed limits
Certain Tesla Model S, Model X, Model 3 and Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta software, or with that software pending installation, may act unsafely around intersections.
Vehicles May Roll Through All-Way Stops, Raising Crash Risk
Certain Tesla vehicles equipped with the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the "rolling stop" function to take the vehicle through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a complete stop.
Center Display Can Fail, Losing Rearview Camera and Turn Signals
The center display's storage memory can wear out over time.
Roof trim may separate while driving, creating crash risk
Certain vehicles had their front and spine cosmetic roof trim attached without first applying primer.
Steering Assist May Fail, Making Steering Harder
The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the steering gear housing can corrode and fracture.
Left Second-Row Seat Back May Not Latch, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain 2016 and 2017 Tesla Model X vehicles may have an incorrectly adjusted recliner mechanism cable on the left-side, second-row seat.
Parking brake gear may break, risking vehicle rollaway
The electric parking brake calipers may contain an internal gear that was not manufactured properly, so the gear can fracture when the parking brake is applied or released.
Third-Row Seat Can Move Forward in a Crash
Certain 2016 Model X vehicles built between September 29, 2015 and March 30, 2016 have a third-row seat back that may move forward under load, such as in a frontal collision.
Most common 2016 Tesla Model X problems
Problem areas named in the 452 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 151 |
| Electrical System | 93 |
| Unknown Or Other | 90 |
| Steering | 58 |
| Structure | 57 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 35 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 33 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 25 |
| Service Brakes | 24 |
| Power Train | 15 |
What owners report
The applique could create a road hazard for other road users and could increase the risk of a crash and injury. We are not aware of any accidents or injuries resulting from this condition, if you experience movements or separation of the front or spine applique from the roof while driving, please pull over safely and contact Tesla Roadside for assistance.
Full self-drive supervised version 14.3Lite. New update pushed to the vehicle by Tesla, unsafely removed ability to control maximum speed of the vehicle while using self-driving features. On this particular five- minute drive, vehicle blasted hold the wheel alerts (Red Warning with critical alarm), no fewer than 12 times, while my hands were still on the wheel, and twice with the standard beep beep and white general notification. On the slowest setting, vehicle proceeded to increase speed to 35 mph in school zone with a posted 15 mph limit when children are present and a normal speed of 25 posted. Vehicle saw the speed sign as indicated on the dashboard. Further, vehicle fully disengaged se
On September 24, 2026, the vehicle displayed âSEAT UNLATCHED â Occupied seats must be secured while the vehicle is in motion.â Tesla diagnosed an unavailable second-row buckle signal, seat pitch motor encoder errors, and a seat pitch that would not calibrate. Tesla recommended replacing the pitch motor/gearbox assembly and buckle. Service verbally advised us not to put a child in the affected seat until repaired. The invoice records the faults and recommendation, but no repair or written safety clearance. The rear seat-belt concern was already recurring by January 30, 2025. Teslaâs record says both second-row belts had excess slack and would not reel back in, and that this was the t
The failure follows the same pattern every time. At first there is a loud noise from the compressor when the car starts. Over time the noise lasts longer. Eventually the compressor can no longer raise the vehicle, and it sits at its lowest ride height, nearly on the ground. In that condition the vehicle cannot be driven, and I have had to have it towed to a Tesla service center. The nearest one is about 2.5 hours from my home. After the first replacement I set the vehicle not to adjust its ride height automatically, to limit compressor use. This has not stopped the failures from recurring on the same schedule. The vehicle has only about 50,000 miles, so I believe this reflects a design or
My 2016 Tesla Model X is subject to NHTSA Recall 24V615000 for detaching roof appliques. The component was previously inspected by Tesla under this campaign. Last week, the center spine applique completely detached and flew off the vehicle at highway speeds, creating an immediate road hazard. The service center finally agreed to dp t h e repair but the Tesla authorized service center failed to properly complete the recall remedy, damaged adjacent water/wind seals with chemical solvents during the process, and is refusing to return the car to a safe, weather-tight condition without charging the me $2,800.
2016 Tesla Model X questions
Does the 2016 Tesla Model X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2016 Tesla Model X: Roof trim may detach, creating a road hazard; Seat belt warning may not sound for unbelted driver; Dashboard brake and ABS warning text too small to read easily; Driver Misuse Risk With Autosteer Driver-Assist Feature; Software may let vehicle run intersections or exceed speed limits. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Tesla Model X?
Based on 452 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (151), Electrical System (93), Unknown Or Other (90).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 Tesla Model X 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.