2021 Tesla Model X: recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 24 recall campaigns for the 2021 Tesla Model X. The newest campaign is 26V283000. NHTSA received the report on 4 May 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Back Over Prevention / Software. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year. 13 NHTSA investigations name this model year.

The NHTSA recall file shows no do-not-drive advisory and no park-outside advisory on these campaigns.

This page cannot show if a recall applies to one vehicle. The NHTSA VIN lookup shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle.

Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V283000, in the NHTSA record

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.

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Recall campaigns

24 campaigns, newest first. 10,253,462 units in total.

26V2830004 May 2026Back Over Prevention / Software
25V17200019 Mar 2025Air Bags
24V96700023 Dec 2024Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Cushion
24V55400024 Jul 2024Electrical System / Software
24V37600028 May 2024Seat Belts / Front / Warning Light/Devices
24V15300027 Feb 2024Forward Collision Avoidance / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert
24V05100030 Jan 2024Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
23V83800012 Dec 2023Electrical System / Adas / Driver Monitoring / Software
23V7430003 Nov 2023Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
23V67900011 Oct 2023Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Brake Fluid Low Warning / Switch/Sensor/Float
23V48800014 Jul 2023Seat Belts / Front
23V08500015 Feb 2023Steering / Automated/Adaptive Steering
22V84300015 Nov 2022Air Bags / Air Bag/Restraint Control Module / Software
22V8180001 Nov 2022Steering / Electric Power Assist System
22V70200019 Sep 2022Visibility / Power Window Devices and Controls
22V2960003 May 2022Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit
22V23500012 Apr 2022Electrical System / Software
22V2330008 Apr 2022Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain
22V0630004 Feb 2022Forward Collision Avoidance / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert
22V0500002 Feb 2022Electrical System / Software
22V0450001 Feb 2022Seat Belts / Front
22V03700027 Jan 2022Steering / Automated/Adaptive Steering
21V8680009 Nov 2021Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Cushion
21V84600029 Oct 2021Forward Collision Avoidance / Warnings

26V283000Received 4 May 2026. 218,868 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-26-00-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 3 Jul 2026.
25V172000Received 19 Mar 2025. 91 units.
Air Bags
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla service will inspect and install an air bag with the correct horn pad as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-25-20-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 20 May 2025.
24V967000Received 23 Dec 2024. 487 units.
Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Cushion
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-20-001.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-24-20-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Feb 2025.
24V554000Received 24 Jul 2024. 1,849,638 units.
Electrical System / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-24-00-012. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Sep 2024.
24V376000Received 28 May 2024. 125,233 units.
Seat Belts / Front / Warning Light/Devices
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-24-00-008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jul 2024.
24V153000Received 27 Feb 2024. 6,557 units.
Forward Collision Avoidance / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-24-00-006. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 27 Apr 2024.
24V051000Received 30 Jan 2024. 2,193,869 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-24-00-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 21 Feb 2024.
23V838000Received 12 Dec 2023. 2,031,220 units.
Electrical System / Adas / Driver Monitoring / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-23-00-008. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 10 Feb 2024.
23V743000Received 3 Nov 2023. 194 units.
Steering / Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An air bag that is not designed to function with the replacement steering yoke or wheel may deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the driver air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-23-20-005. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Jan 2024.
23V679000Received 11 Oct 2023. 54,676 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Brake Fluid Low Warning / Switch/Sensor/Float
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-005.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-23-00-005. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Dec 2023.
23V488000Received 14 Jul 2023. 15,869 units.
Seat Belts / Front
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla Service will inspect the front-row seat belts and connect the seat belts to pretensioner anchors, or replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-004.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-23-20-004. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Sep 2023.
23V085000Received 15 Feb 2023. 362,758 units.
Steering / Automated/Adaptive Steering
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation. The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-23-00-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Apr 2023.
22V843000Received 15 Nov 2022. 29,348 units.
Air Bags / Air Bag/Restraint Control Module / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles. The restraint control module (RCM) calibration may cause the front passenger air bag to deploy incorrectly during certain low speed crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the RCM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-015.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-015. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 14 Jan 2023.
22V818000Received 1 Nov 2022. 40,168 units.
Steering / Electric Power Assist System
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-014. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Dec 2022.
22V702000Received 19 Sep 2022. 1,096,762 units.
Visibility / Power Window Devices and Controls
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-013. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Mar 2023.
22V296000Received 3 May 2022. 129,960 units.
Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A lagging or restarting CPU may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control settings, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will improve CPU temperature management, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-009.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-009. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Jul 2022.
22V235000Received 12 Apr 2022. 594,894 units.
Electrical System / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063. Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 6 Jun 2022.
22V233000Received 8 Apr 2022. 7,289 units.
Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model X vehicles. The left or right front-row side curtain air bags may not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Improper side curtain air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-003.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-20-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Aug 2022.
22V063000Received 4 Feb 2022. 578,607 units.
Forward Collision Avoidance / Warnings / External/Pedestrian Alert
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235. Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-003. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 12 Apr 2022.
22V050000Received 2 Feb 2022. 26,681 units.
Electrical System / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-18-002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Apr 2022.
22V045000Received 1 Feb 2022. 817,143 units.
Seat Belts / Front
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-002. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Apr 2022.
22V037000Received 27 Jan 2022. 53,822 units.
Steering / Automated/Adaptive Steering
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-001. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 28 Mar 2022.
21V868000Received 9 Nov 2021. 7,600 units.
Air Bags / Frontal / Driver Side / Cushion
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles. The driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla Service will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-007.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-21-20-007. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 7 Jan 2022.
21V846000Received 29 Oct 2021. 11,728 units.
Forward Collision Avoidance / Warnings
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
Report filed by Tesla, Inc.. Manufacturer campaign number SB-21-00-004.

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Complaints by component

The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.

Investigations

NHTSA investigations that name the 2021 Tesla Model X
Number	Type	Subject	Component	Opened	Closed	Campaign
EA26002	Engineering analysis	FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions	Electrical System / Adas	18 Mar 2026	Open
PE25012	Preliminary evaluation	Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged	Electrical System / Adas	7 Oct 2025	Open
AQ25002	Audit query	Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements	Electrical System / Adas	20 Aug 2025	Open
PE24033	Preliminary evaluation	Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.	Electrical System / Adas / Autonomous/Self Driving	6 Jan 2025	3 Apr 2026
PE24031	Preliminary evaluation	FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions	Electrical System / Adas	17 Oct 2024	18 Mar 2026
RQ24009	Recall query	Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness	Electrical System / Adas / Driver Monitoring / Software	25 Apr 2024	Open
DP23002	Defect petition	Sudden Unintended Acceleration	Vehicle Speed Control	29 Jun 2023	Open
DP23001	Defect petition	Defect Petition Interlock Request	Unknown or Other	7 Apr 2023	18 Mar 2026
PE23006	Preliminary evaluation	Front seat belt anchor detachment	Seat Belts / Critical Fasteners	24 Mar 2023	16 May 2024	23V488
DP22005	Defect petition	Pedestrian alert sounds	Electrical System / Propulsion System	27 Jan 2023	7 Aug 2023	22V063000
EA22002	Engineering analysis	Autopilot System Driver Controls	Electrical System	8 Jun 2022	25 Apr 2024	23V085
PE21023	Preliminary evaluation	Tesla Passenger Play	Equipment / Recreational Vehicle/Trailer / 120/240 Vac Electrical System / Receptacle	21 Dec 2021	26 May 2023
PE21020	Preliminary evaluation	Autopilot & First Responder Scenes	Electrical System / Adas	13 Aug 2021	8 Jun 2022

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

Other model years

The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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Official channels

NHTSA VIN lookupNHTSA shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle from its VIN or its license plate.
NHTSA: report a safety problemThe NHTSA form for a complaint about a vehicle, a tire, a child seat or equipment.
NHTSA page of the 2021 Tesla Model XThe recalls, the complaints and the investigations that NHTSA shows for this model year.

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2021 Tesla Model X: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/tesla/model-x/2021/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 29 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 29 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 15 May 2019
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Tesla, Inc.

The NHTSA record is the authority. A complaint count is the number of different complaint numbers for the make, the model and the model year. How the register is made. Report an error.

Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2021 Tesla Model X?: 10,253,462 units in 24 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Tesla Model X have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 39 recall campaigns for the Tesla Model X, model years 2015 to 2025. 24 of them name the 2021 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2021 Tesla Model X open?: 5 investigations have no closing date in the NHTSA file, of 13 that name this model year.