According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Tesla Model S has 1 documented known issues. No issues are rated critical, indicating generally reliable ownership. Across all issues, repair costs range from $ to $1,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
On the 2021-2024 Tesla Model S, the 2021+ refresh Model S and X yoke steering wheel has a return spring that can fail, causing the steering wheel to feel notchy or off-center when returning to center after a turn. Some owners report a clicking sound. Round-wheel retrofit became a $700 option around 2022-2023 — many owners chose to switch.
Tesla service can replace yoke under warranty ($0). Out-of-warranty yoke replacement ~$1,000-$1,500. Round-wheel retrofit is the popular fix at $700 + install. Round wheel option made standard from 2024.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Campaign #23V83800012/12/2023
STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.
Campaign #23V74300003/11/2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Campaign #22V23500012/04/2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024-2024 Tesla Model S has 1 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Model S/X Refresh Yoke Steering Return Spring Failure. None are rated critical, but regular maintenance is recommended.
Is the Tesla Model S reliable?
The 2024-2024 Tesla Model S has 1 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. No issues are rated critical, suggesting generally good reliability. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
How much does it cost to fix common Tesla Model S problems?
Repair costs for known Tesla Model S issues range from $0 to $1,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
What is the 2021-2024 Tesla Model S Model S/X Refresh Yoke Steering Return Spring Failure?
The 2021+ refresh Model S and X yoke steering wheel has a return spring that can fail, causing the steering wheel to feel notchy or off-center when returning to center after a turn. Some owners report a clicking sound. Round-wheel retrofit became a $700 option around 2022-2023 —… Repairs typically run $0-$1,500. Severity: low.
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