Tesla Roadster Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Tesla Roadster, across 4 model years (2008–2011). The 2011 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is suspension.
Tesla Roadster years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Roadster model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2011 Roadster: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2008 Roadster: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Tesla Roadster problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Traction Control System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Tesla Roadster model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Roadster | 1 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 2010 Roadster | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2009 Roadster | 0 | 0 | — | — | |
| 2008 Roadster | 1 | 1 | — | Traction Control System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Tesla Roadster years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2011 (1), 2008 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Tesla Roadster?
Suspension, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Tesla Roadster have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.