Tire Problems of Tesla Model X

Tesla Model X owners have reported 13 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire bulge (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Tesla Model X


Recently reported Tire problems of Tesla Model X

The Tire problem

I have replaced several sets of tires with this Tesla Model X 2019. After years of dealing with a front end alignment problem, I finally had the repair done with some assistance from Tesla. When I purchased my vehicle under warranty, I reported problems with steering and pulling to one side, but   Read details...

The Tire Bulge problem

Defective tire: on 2018 Tesla Model X - 4201 miles, 4 months old rear tire: continental cross contact lx sport csi - 275 /45 r20 110v xl bsw te car reported loss in tire pressure, took it to costco for air refill, technician discovered tire had a bulge in it side wall.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

Purchased new Tesla in November 2022, however noticed bulging in the side wall in left rear tire. Went to Tesla service center again was told that they do not provide warranty tire - again purchased new tire again again I do not feel that I did anything to contribute to the bulging in the tire   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

Both rear tires (original tires) on the vehicle had broken belts at about the same time. My understanding is that broken belts can lead to tire failure which can pose a significant safety risk. Our local Tesla dealer diagnosed the problem, and the tires have been sent to the tire manufacturer for   Read details...




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