2026 Tesla Model S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Model S years
- Not enough data 14th of 15 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 Tesla Model S. That ranks 14th out of 15 Model S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is forward collision avoidance (2 complaints, 29%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 7owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2026 Tesla Model S problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 29% | — | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 29% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 29% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 14% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2026 Tesla Model S recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2026 Tesla Model S.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions (EA26002) — opened Mar 18, 2026, still open.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
I purchase my Tesla Model S in February 2026. Shortly after the purchase, My Tesla car drove through red light twice with its Full Self Drive (FSD) engaged. Recently my car crashed into a planter wall with its FSD system engaged while I was trying to take over. The car immediately caught fire…
COMPONENT: The rear window glass has optical distortion in the zone viewed through the interior rearview mirror. Vehicles behind me visibly warp and change apparent size as they move across the affected area of the glass. The vehicle and component are available for inspection upon request. SAFETY…
Subject: Safety ConcernâModel S Plaid Rear Tire Wear I am submitting a formal complaint regarding severe premature wear on the inside edges of both rear tires on my Model S Plaid\. I have owned the vehicle since XXX, and it has only 11,980 miles\. Both tires appear to have exposed cords along the…
Speed profiles don't adhere to actual speed limits. Speed can be higher or lower than posted. I can be driving in a 55mph speed zone and it will drop to 35 then accelerate to 65. On roads that have no speed limit posted car tends to want to go 55 rather than a more sensible speed of under 30…
Supervised FSD does not have a remedy if it assigns an incorrect speed limit to the current roadway. The only action available is to disengage FSD. This incorrect speed limit happens quite often, especially in construction zones with temporary speed limit changes. Tesla used to have a âmax…
Other Tesla Model S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 0 |
| 2025 Model S | 6 | 2 |
| 2024 Model S | 38 | 6 |
| 2023 Model S | 114 | 13 |
| 2022 Model S | 139 | 20 |
| 2021 Model S | 179 | 23 |
| 2020 Model S | 80 | 11 |
| 2019 Model S | 44 | 10 |
| 2018 Model S | 169 | 11 |
| 2017 Model S | 428 | 9 |
| 2016 Model S | 648 | 10 |
| 2015 Model S | 668 | 9 |
| 2014 Model S | 366 | 9 |
| 2013 Model S | 460 | 11 |
| 2012 Model S | 61 | 8 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Tesla Model S?
Owners most often report forward collision avoidance, unknown or other, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, forward collision avoidance, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2026 Tesla Model S?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2026 Tesla Model S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Model S model years, the 2026 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.