Last update 16. 02. 2024
Common problems with the Tesla Model S
Some problems will only occur after many years of operation, others are related to technical solutions and forced the manufacturer to issue a recall. In the following overview, you will find the most common problems for the Tesla Model S, for which Tesla has announced a recall through the EU Rapex system. For recalls and faults found in the UK scroll down.
If the problem is corrected in time, it may not affect the overall reliability of your Tesla Model S. However, the fault can often remain unresolved because the previous owner didn´t know about the recall or ignored the manufacturer’s letter.
The good news is that automakers usually provide unlimited time to correct such defects for free. Check to see if all of the potential problems with your Tesla Model S have been resolved in the past. How to do it, we give advice on a special page.
Latest Tesla Model S Issues in the EU
Latest Tesla Model S Issues in the EU
If you wish to know more about eventual problems of a specific car (e.g. real mileage, potential traffic accidents damages, odometer rollback, repairs, etc.), then we suggest going to HPI-Check.
Latest Tesla Model S Issues in the UK
Latest Tesla Model S Issues in the UK- TESLA MODEL S (2014 – 2020) – THE HOOD LATCH
on 18/02/2022TESLA Model S (16/09/2014 – 23/12/2020) RECALL: Problem description: Misalignment of the hood latch may prevent latching of the secondary latch.
- TESLA Model S (2012 – 2018) – A BLANK CENTRE DISPLAYon 01/02/2021
TESLA Model S (31/05/2012 – 03/03/2018) RECALL: Problem description: When the eMMC reaches accumulated lifetime wear, the customer may experience a blank […]
- TESLA Model S (2014 – 2016) – THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD RUPTUREon 11/01/2019
TESLA Model S (06/03/2014 – 07/12/2016) RECALL: The propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator may degrade over time. The inflator could rupture in […]
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