Tesla Model S Statistics
18,343 vehicles analyzed (2012–2026)
Last updated: May 2026
The Tesla Model S has an accident rate of 22.6% based on 18,343 vehicles analyzed from 2012 to 2026. The salvage title rate is 0.6% and the total loss rate is 0.2%. Average mileage is 49,949 miles with 1.7 owners on average.
Safety & Risk Profile
22.6%
Accident Rate
0.2%
Total Loss Rate
5.5%
Frame Damage
0.6%
Salvage Title
0.7%
Odometer Issues
Ownership Data
Avg Owners1.7
Avg Mileage49,949 mi
Common Specs
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Accident Rate Over Time
Year-by-Year Breakdown
| Year | Vehicles | Accident Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Tesla Model S | 132 | 22.0% |
| 2013 Tesla Model S | 1,037 | 28.6% |
| 2014 Tesla Model S | 1,159 | 30.5% |
| 2015 Tesla Model S | 1,631 | 29.7% |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | 2,212 | 28.9% |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | 2,278 | 28.2% |
| 2018 Tesla Model S | 2,238 | 23.1% |
| 2019 Tesla Model S | 794 | 22.8% |
| 2020 Tesla Model S | 1,142 | 18.5% |
| 2021 Tesla Model S | 2,506 | 14.6% |
| 2022 Tesla Model S | 2,085 | 13.7% |
| 2023 Tesla Model S | 933 | 12.9% |
| 2024 Tesla Model S | 174 | 8.6% |
| 2025 Tesla Model S | 21 | 9.5% |
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