2018 Tesla Model S problems by component
168 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Tesla Model S, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision Avoidance → | 49 | 29% | — |
| Electrical System → | 34 | 20% | 18,750 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 27 | 16% | 8,521 mi |
| Service Brakes → | 25 | 15% | — |
| Suspension → | 20 | 12% | 15,500 mi |
| Steering → | 15 | 9% | — |
| Lane Departure → | 13 | 8% | — |
| Structure → | 10 | 6% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 5% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 6 | 4% | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 3% | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 1% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 1% | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | — |
| Engine | 1 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.