Table 1 shows three common exterior lighting related problems of the 2017 Tesla Model S. The number one most common problem is related to the exterior lighting (22 problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlights (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting problems | |
| Headlights problems | |
| Fog Light Switch problems |
I have documented examples of 3 total incidents now where a Tesla ota "update" on my vehicle caused a safety issue. Event 1: Nov 27, 2025. Tesla ota update renders my left turn light non-functional for ~24 hours. Read details...
The mcu touchscreen fails constantly causing no access to rear view camera, ac controls, navigation, and loss of preset settings for mirrors and drive seat position. Reboot takes over 5 mins while car is in operation to no ac working. Read details...
Touch screen is completely black multiple times per week. Usually at beginning of trips, but occasionally suddenly occurs in the middle of trips. Black out can last upwards of 10 minutes (per smartphone stop watch). Read details...