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2025 Tesla Model S: recalls and problems

No recalls and 6 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train.

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Recalls

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2025 Tesla Model S. Individual cars can still have open manufacturer campaigns, so check your VIN.

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Most common problems

  • Power Train2 · 33%
  • Suspension2 · 33%
  • Steering1 · 17%
  • Wheels1 · 17%
  • Visibility/Wiper1 · 17%

What owners report

Power Train

The power train of my 2025 tesla model s failed. as a result, the car had several systems alert on my console that they were "unavailable" or "degraded", and in addition to the alerts i experienced their loss or degradation in real time. this included braking, steering, stability control, and traction control. normally you don't have to hold the brake pedal down at a stop light on this electric vehicle, but when t

Power Train

The power train of my 2025 model s failed similar to failure of 7-6-25 which i previously reported to nhtsa (complaint #11718413) and tesla. upon getting into my car on 2-7-26 and putting it in reverse, several alert messages displayed including "stability control disabled, traction control disabled, and emergency braking unavailable". i drove 1/4 mile to a safe area to call tesla roadside assist, since my steering

Steering

The turning signal button on the steering wheel doesn't respond intermittently. it's a safety hazard to not engage a turning signal when making a turn.

Suspension,Wheels

I experienced excessive rear tire wear on both rear tires inner side the tire ended up blowing out on the rear passenger tire

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Model S. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.