Structure Related Problems of the 2018 Tesla Model X

Table 1 shows three common structure related problems of the 2018 Tesla Model X. The number one most common problem is related to the body (18 problems). The second most common problem is related to the hatchback/liftgate (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Tesla Model X

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
18
Hatchback/liftgate problems
1
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2018 Tesla Model X

The Body problem

The falcon doors will not open under any circumstance if the car is sitting in the sun. This is a known issue by Tesla with thousands of online complaints by owners. It seems the glue that holds the sensor comes loose in the heat. This is a major safety issue by NHTSA’s own standards.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate problem

The auto close feature on the Tesla Model X can quite dangerous. I’ve been hit by it unexpectedly closing several times. The most recent time, the rear trunk closed on me while I was taking out my grocery bag out of it. It hit my forehead, and I got a major bump.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model X. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to drift from side to side. Later, a scraping noise was present coming from the vehicle. While attempting to drive, the vehicle suddenly would not move.   Read details...


Structure related problems in other Tesla Model X model year vehicles:



Model X Service Bulletins
Model X Defect Investigations