2014 Tesla Model S engine problems
12 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2014 Tesla Model S — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Motor suddenly failed after a required update while driving, nearly causing a crash with multiple commercial vehicles and pedestrians, leaving brake lights dangerously always on and alarm sounding, killed 12v as well.”
filed May 1, 2026
“This is regarding a 2014 Model S fully electric vehicle. Any reference to an 'engine' simply implies the motor. Accelerator pedal became unresponsive and abruptly lost drive power while going ~55mph on the highway. The PRND display on the display panel went red. Car was towed to the service center…”
filed Feb 16, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Model S years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Model S | 1 | 1% |
| 2021 Model S | 1 | 1% |
| 2019 Model S | 1 | 2% |
| 2018 Model S | 1 | 1% |
| 2017 Model S | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 Model S | 5 | 1% |
| 2015 Model S | 17 | 3% |
| 2013 Model S | 21 | 5% |
| 2012 Model S | 1 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2014 Tesla Model S
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.