Tesla Model X owners have reported 115 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (102 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Door problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate problems |
On 03/13/2026, while driving my 2020 Tesla Model X at approximately 65 mph on a freeway, the front hood (frunk lid) suddenly flew open without warning and slammed into the windshield. The hood rotated upward violently and struck the windshield completely blocking the driver’s forward Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that while driving and rolling up the front driver's side window, the exterior window lower chrome detached. The contact was able to grab the chrome piece before the chrome piece flew off the vehicle. Read details...
The contact owns a 2019 Tesla Model X. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, the driver side front door opened and automatically closed on the contact's finger. The contact stated that medical attention was required at the hospital for a finger laceration. Read details...
Problem #1: the components that failed are the front wheel fenders, they blew off while driving down the highway, they have since been repaired. The repairman said that these blow off all the time due to how they are installed with plastic clips and glue. Read details...
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...