Is the 2017 Tesla MODEL X reliable?

The 2017 Tesla MODEL X has 418 complaints filed with NHTSA (2.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: avoid. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2017 Tesla MODEL X?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (72 complaints, avg repair $500); SUSPENSION (59 complaints, avg repair $500); OTHER (51 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2017 Tesla MODEL X?

Yes, there are 10 recall(s): PARKING BRAKE, SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE, BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM, STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES. Contact any Tesla dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to charge a 2017 Tesla MODEL X?

The 2017 Tesla MODEL X has an EPA rating of 87 MPGe. At the current US average residential electricity rate, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $883. State rates vary significantly — see the interactive calculator on this page.

Is the 2017 Tesla MODEL X often stolen?

Theft risk tier for the Tesla MODEL X: very-low. HLDI insurance loss data suggests lower-than-average theft claims for this model.

How much does it cost to insure a 2017 Tesla MODEL X?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2017 Tesla MODEL X is approximately $2,305/year (ev-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

Does the 2017 Tesla MODEL X qualify for tax credits?

The federal EV tax credit (Section 30D) expired for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. If purchased before that date, the 2017 Tesla MODEL X may still qualify on the 2025 tax return. State-level incentives remain active in 13+ states — see the incentives section on this page for details.

2017 Tesla MODEL X

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Avoid This Year

Quick Summary

The 2017 Tesla MODEL X has 418 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 2.0x the segment average of 210. The most common issue is electrical problems (17% of all complaints), specifically: this is a complaint about the tesla autopilot. here is a credible and easily verified report by a tesla owner in uk who has had a near death experience while on autopilot: https://teslamotorsclub.com/tmc/threads/at-what-point-do-i-say-enough-is-enough.100508/ ** a few weeks ago, the car whilst i. There are 10 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 30 crash reports 61 injuries

418

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

2.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

72 complaints

17%

• THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE TESLA AUTOPILOT. HERE IS A CREDIBLE AND EASILY VERIFIED REPORT BY A TESLA OWNER IN UK WHO HAS HAD A NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE WHILE ON AUTOPILOT: HTTPS://TESLAMOTORSCLUB.COM/TMC/THREADS/AT-WHAT-POINT-DO-I-SAY-ENOUGH-IS-ENOUGH.100508/ ** A FEW WEEKS AGO, THE CAR WHILST I
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TESLA MODEL X. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART WHEN PROMPTED. THE CONTACT CALLED TESLA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND THEY REMOTELY REBOOTED THE COMPUTER SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE CONTACT CALLED TESLA BU
• THE CAR SUDDENLY TOOK OVER AND ACCELERATED BEYOND CONTROL WHILE I PULLED THE CAR INTO A PARKING SPACE. FRONT AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED AND THE FRONT END OF THE CAR WAS DAMAGED BEYOND REPAIR. THE CAR WAS TOTALED.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 2 crashes

“THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE TESLA AUTOPILOT. HERE IS A CREDIBLE AND EASILY VERIFIED REPORT BY A TESLA OWNER IN UK WHO HAS HAD A NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE WHILE ON AUTOPILOT: HTTPS://TESLAMOTORSCLUB.COM/TMC/THREADS/AT-WHAT-POINT-DO-I-SAY-ENOUGH-IS-ENOUGH.100508/ ** A FEW WEEKS AGO, THE CAR WHILST I”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2017 Tesla MODEL X

Based on 157 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 30K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 30K mi · 39 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SUSPENSION

In line with typicalmedian 20K mi · 29 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

STEERING

In line with typicalmedian 32K mi · 15 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS

In line with typicalmedian 22K mi · 11 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

SPEED CONTROL

In line with typicalmedian 4K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

OTHER

Later than typicalmedian 38K mi · 21 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (10)

PARKING BRAKE19/04/2017

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.

Risk: If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.

Very low theft risk

Low theft rates typically correlate with lower comprehensive-coverage insurance premiums.

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Charging Cost Calculator for 2017 Tesla MODEL X

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local electricity price)

Per year

$875

Per month

$73

Per mile

7.3¢

kWh/mi

0.39

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2017 Tesla MODEL X

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,305

Full coverage / month

$192

Liability only / year

$816

vs US avg

+38%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (ev-luxury)1.62x

× theft risk0.85x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.00x

= Full coverage estimate$2305

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Tesla MODEL X Service Intervals

Oil change

N/A (electric vehicle)

Tire rotation

6K mi

Brake fluid

24 months

Cabin air filter

24K mi

EVs have no oil, no spark plugs, no transmission fluid. Brake fluid every 2 years. Tire rotation every 6,250 miles. HEPA cabin filter every 2 years (Model S/X). AC desiccant bag every 6 years.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Tesla New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

8 yr / 120K mi

EV battery

8 yr / 150K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

12 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / 50K mi

Battery: Model S/X 8yr/150K miles; Model 3/Y Standard Range 8yr/100K, Long Range/Performance 8yr/120K

These are the terms for a new Tesla. If you're buying a used 2017 MODEL X, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Tesla dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

EV Incentives for 2017 Tesla MODEL X

Updated 2026-07

Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30

Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.

State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)

CaliforniaUp to $12,000

Clean Cars 4 All

ColoradoUp to $5,000

Innovative Motor Vehicle Credit

ConnecticutUp to $4,250

CHEAPR (Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate)

DelawareUp to $2,500

Clean Vehicle Rebate

IllinoisUp to $4,000

Illinois EV Rebate Program

MarylandUp to $3,000

Excise Tax Credit for Plug-in Electric Vehicles

MassachusettsUp to $3,500

MOR-EV

New JerseyUp to $4,000

Charge Up New Jersey

New YorkUp to $2,000

Drive Clean Rebate

OregonUp to $7,500

Oregon Clean Vehicle Rebate

PennsylvaniaUp to $3,000

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

Rhode IslandUp to $2,500

DRIVEEV

TexasUp to $2,500

Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive

VermontUp to $5,000

Incentive Program for New Electric Vehicles

See full state-by-state EV incentive details

Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

SUSPENSION(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 418 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE TESLA AUTOPILOT. HERE IS A CREDIBLE AND EASILY VERIFIED REPORT BY A TESLA OWNER IN UK WHO HAS HAD A NEAR DEATH EXPERIENCE WHILE ON AUTOPILOT: HTTPS://TESLAMOTORSCLUB.COM/TMC/THREADS/AT-WHAT-POINT-DO-I-SAY-ENOUGH-IS-ENOUGH.100508/ ** A FEW WEEKS AGO, THE CAR WHILST I
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SUSPENSION: HERE IS A 2017 MODEL X IN THE JUNKYARD. HTTPS://WWW.IAAI.COM/VEHICLE?ITEMID=25188896&ROWNUMBER=15&LOADRECENT=TRUE BOTH FRONT WHEELS AND SUSPENSIONS HAVE FALLEN COMPLETELY OFF AND ONE OF THE BACK WHEELS HAS GONE ALL WHOMPY. THERE IS NO SIGN OF COLLISION DAMAGE APART FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION COLLA
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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OTHER: THIS IS A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE TESLA AUTOPILOT. HERE IS A FRESHLY UPLOADED VIDEO: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=0JLLUPSVGJ4 THE OWNER DRIVES HANDS FREE ON AN UNDIVIDED ROAD WHILST USING BOTH HANDS TO EAT A BURGER. THIS IS NOT MERELY A CASE OF STUPIDITY IT IS A DIRECT CONSEQUENCE OF THE MARKETIN
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: MY ONLY COMPLAINT IS THE 'AUTOSTEER' FEATURE. IT'S UNCLEAR WHY THIS IS CONSIDERED AN OPTION AND IT CERTAINLY DOES NOT FUNCTION AS DESCRIBED WHEN I CHECKED IT OFF AS A 5000.00 OPTION UNDER 'ENHANCED AUTOPILOT' WHEN ORDERING MY TESLA. THE SYSTEM IS DANGEROUS, NOT READY FOR BETA TESTING AND CERTAINLY S
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 10 recalls have been completed — free at any Tesla dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)