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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2022 Tesla Model X recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
22
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
128
Latest campaign
May 5, 2026

Recall summary by component22

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Electrical system8Jan 30, 2024
Air bags4Mar 19, 2025
Back over prevention2May 5, 2026
Latches/locks/linkages2Jul 24, 2024
Seat belts2May 28, 2024
Steering2Nov 3, 2023
Visibility1Sep 19, 2022
Structure1Apr 18, 2022

Safety recalls22

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
15Fixable over the air
May 5, 2026Latest campaign
May 5, 202626V283000

Back over prevention: software

A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 26V283000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 26V283000 · May 5, 2026
Mar 19, 202525V172000

Air bags

An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V172000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V172000 · Mar 19, 2025
Dec 24, 202424V967000

Air bags: frontal driver side

A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

DetailsHide details for campaign 24V967000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V967000 · Dec 24, 2024
Jul 24, 202424V554000

Latches/locks/linkages: hood latch

An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

Over-the-air remedy
DetailsHide details for campaign 24V554000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V554000 · Jul 24, 2024
May 28, 202424V376000

Seat belts: front warning light/devices

A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Over-the-air remedy
DetailsHide details for campaign 24V376000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
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
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V376000 · May 28, 2024
Jan 30, 202424V051000

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

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.

Over-the-air remedy
DetailsHide details for campaign 24V051000
What's wrong
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."
Risk
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
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 24V051000 · Jan 30, 2024
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Tesla recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component128

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
128Complaints filed
12Involving a crash
2Involving a fire
2Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Steering4434300
Unknown or other2620400
Forward collision avoidance2116101
Electrical system1613220
Vehicle speed control1310600
Suspension108100
Service brakes108200
Air bags108010
Lane departure86200
Structure86111
Seat belts75000
Wheels43100
Power train43000
Seats43000
Exterior lighting32000

6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Tires

    “Dear NHTSA Safety Investigation Team, I am filing an urgent safety complaint regarding dangerous and premature inner-edge rear tire wear on my 2022 Tesla Model X.”

    Filed 10/08/2026 · ODI 11769882
  • Exterior lighting

    “The left and right turning signal buttons work intermittently. I would tap on the buttons but they would not turn on the corresponding signal for other drivers to see.”

    Filed 09/21/2026 · ODI 11765741
  • Steering

    “I own a 2022 Tesla Model X. I began noticing a creaking/clicking noise from the front steering/suspension area, particularly when turning the steering wheel at larger angles and at low speeds.”

    Filed 09/10/2026 · ODI 11763266

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2022 Tesla Model X recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Tesla Model X have?

NHTSA lists 22 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Tesla Model X. The most recent, 26V283000 (reported May 5, 2026), concerns back over prevention. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2022 Tesla Model X recalls for?

The largest group is electrical system, with 8 campaigns. Others: air bags (4), back over prevention (2), latches/locks/linkages (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Tesla Model X?

Steering is the most-reported component, named in 44 complaints out of 128 filed with NHTSA (34%). Across all complaints, owners reported 12 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 Tesla Model X?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Tesla recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Tesla dealer.

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