2022 Tesla Model X Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model X. Part of Generation 2 (Plaid refresh) — 2021–present.

20212023
Complaints
193
per 10K Sold
80.1
US Sales
24,099
Crashes
21
Fires
5
Injuries
3
Fatalities
Recalls
21

Worst 2022 Tesla Model X Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#139 complaints

Steering Defects

Avg mileage:18,500 mi
Crash-related:3
#216 complaints

Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control

#315 complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Tesla Model X.

Steering Defects
39
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
18,500
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
16
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical Faults
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
12
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
Avg Miles
1,646
Airbags
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
2,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
6
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Assist
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Transmission / Drivetrain
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Latches/Locks/Linkages:Doors:Latch
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Air Bags: Air Bag/Restraint Control Module
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Warning
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structure:Body:Door:Hinge And Attachments
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Rearview Mirrors/Devices:Exterior
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Tesla Model X

21 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~10,088,965 vehicles.

25V172000Airbags · Electrical System:horn
~91 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.

24V967000Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:cushion
~487 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."

24V554000Electrical System:software · Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
~1,849,638 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.

24V376000Seat Belts:front:warning Light/devices
~125,233 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

24V051000Instrument Cluster
~2,193,869 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

23V862000Electrical System:software · Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
~120,423 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and X vehicles. The cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

23V838000Electrical System:adas:driver Monitoring:software
~2,031,220 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.

23V743000Steering: Steering Wheel/handle Bar · Air Bags:frontal
~194 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.

23V679000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:brake Fluid Low Warning:switch/sensor/float · Electrical System
~54,676 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles. The vehicle controller may fail to detect low brake fluid and will not display a warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

23V488000Seat Belts:front
~15,869 affected

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles. The front-row seat belts may not be connected properly to the pretensioner anchors, which can cause the seat belts to detach.

+ 11 more recalls

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2022 Tesla Model X — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Tesla Model X reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2022 Tesla Model X has 193 NHTSA complaints, 21 crash-related, and 21 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Steering Defects with 39 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Tesla Model X?
Top reported problems: Steering Defects (39 complaints, avg 18,500 mi); Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control (16 complaints); Electrical Faults (15 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Tesla Model X?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 13,022 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Tesla Model X?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Tesla Model X include 21 crash-related reports, 5 fire reports, 3 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Tesla Model X have any recalls?
Yes — 21 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 10,088,965 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Tesla Model X?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Tesla Model X reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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