2013 Tesla Model S vs 2015 Tesla Model S
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2013 Tesla Model S | 2015 Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 459 | 666 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 102 | 97 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 41 | 70 |
| Fire reports | 19 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Tesla Model S | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 195 | 264 |
| Suspension | 91 | 149 |
| Steering | 29 | 51 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 25 | 40 |
| Power Train | 35 | 29 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 45 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 24 | 32 |
| Structure | 19 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 24 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 7 |
| Overheating | 8 | 5 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 5 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2013 Tesla Model S
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.