CarRecallWatchThe 2017 Tesla Model X has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 268 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 1 fire, 58 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (72 reports).
2017 Tesla Model X recalls
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.
Steering May Lose Power Assist on Rough Roads
Certain electric power steering systems may lose power assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
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.
False Braking Alerts Could Cause Sudden Stops
Some Tesla vehicles from 2017 to 2019 may have a communication error in their forward collision avoidance system.
Center Display Can Fail, Losing Rearview Camera and Turn Signals
The center display's storage memory can wear out over time.
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.
Most common 2017 Tesla Model X problems
Problem areas named in the 268 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 72 |
| Suspension | 59 |
| Steering | 50 |
| Unknown Or Other | 50 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 43 |
| Service Brakes | 17 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 |
| Lane Departure | 15 |
| Back Over Prevention | 14 |
| Structure | 12 |
What owners report
The main vertical display which shows rear view camera when car is in reverse is extremely slow. My rear view camera at times doesnât show up until 15-20 seconds of putting the car in reverse and sometimes, the camera doesnât even come up. This happens frequently on a weekly basis. I think the unit needs to be replaced for the camera and the entire car to be responsive. Now to answer your questions: 1. Yes it is available for inspection upon request 2. By the rear view camera not turning on the second the car is in reverse. This puts everyoneâs safety at risk. 3. I have not gone anywhere to show it. Itâs just a very slow computer, everything on it works very slow, needs replacement
Both Garnish - Fender - Front - LH Right side and Left side come loose when driving in rain. The force of wheels pushing rain water on the fender garnish causes both the left and right fender garnish 4 push clips to come loose. When this fender garnish breaks and flies off it could hit a pedestrian, another car on the road or the car it is installed on causing an accident
My 2017 Tesla Model X (VIN: [XXX] ) is experiencing stiff and binding steering caused by corrosion at the lower steering column I-shaft universal joint. The steering intermittently binds and resists normal turning force, which has caused Teslaâs Full Self-Driving (FSD) system to disengage due to abnormal steering resistance â a direct safety concern. Teslaâs own Service Bulletin SB-20-32-004 documents this exact condition â I-shaft U-joint corrosion causing stiff steering â on Model S and Model X vehicles. The bulletin covers 2015â2020 model years. However, Tesla service center stated that my VIN is not classified under this bulletin and that the $500 repair is an out-of-pocket e
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to control and was pulling to one side, almost causing a crash with another vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but it was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer test drove the vehicle and the failure reoccurred, and the dealer deemed the vehicle unsafe to drive. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred shortly after the stabilizer arm and toe link were repaired. The contact also stated that a mobile message indicated that the I-shaft had failed. The m
Repeat catastrophic steering failure on 2017 Model X (VIN [XXX] ). Steering wheel spins freely with zero connection to the wheels (complete mechanical disconnect). This is the third steering-system repair in under 12 months. ⢠April 8, 2025: Lower intermediate shaft replaced (still inside 12-month parts warranty). Invoice does NOT list âshieldedâ or part 1027851-00-A. ⢠Current failure now requires full steering rack (1070801-00-F) + module + severed cable. Current estimate DOES list shielded I-shaft (1027851-00-A). Tesla claims the April repair used the âmost updatedâ part and that TSB SB-20-32-004 did not apply to my VIN. This contradicts the invoices and the TSB itself (whi
2017 Tesla Model X questions
Does the 2017 Tesla Model X have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2017 Tesla Model X: 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; Steering May Lose Power Assist on Rough Roads. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Tesla Model X?
Based on 268 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (72), Suspension (59), Steering (50).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.