Power Train Related Problems of the 2021 Tesla Model X

Table 1 shows one common power train related problems of the 2021 Tesla Model X.

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Tesla Model X

Problem Category Number of Problems
Power Train problems
3

Power Train problem #1

It is commonly known that the drive shafts on the Model X fail. This is not a wear component and should be a recall. The suspension is also part of this issue and there are after market solutions to fix the suspension that is causing the failure of the half shafts.

Power Train problem #2

The front half shafts have failed 3 times already on this car, creating a safety hazard.

Power Train problem #3

Under medium/heavy acceleration, there is a rattling/grinding sound like something is coming loose. Tesla says its normal. Its an ongoing issue and Tesla refuses to repair.


Power Train related problems in other Tesla Model X model year vehicles:



Model X Service Bulletins
Model X Defect Investigations