2017 Tesla Model S electrical system problems
112 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2017 Tesla Model S — 27% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“My Tesla wouldn’t charge at Level 3, 2, or 1 charger resulting in the need for the tow and further service hours. Following the service I was told it was a software issue and that a power cycle resolved the issue which locked out the charging. It’s deeply concerning and baffling that this could…”
filed Jul 22, 2026
“Here’s a clear, professional paragraph you can use for your NHTSA report: ⸻ While using Tesla’s Auto Summon feature in a controlled parking environment, my vehicle (2017 Tesla Model S) made unintended contact with a stationary garage pillar. At the time, I was actively supervising the vehicle as…”
filed Apr 3, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and…Campaign 24V051000 · Jan 30, 2024
- In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the…Campaign 23V838000 · Dec 12, 2023
Related service bulletins
On certain Model S and Model X vehicles, the battery powered Pyrotechnic High Voltage (HV) Battery Disconnect will reach the end of its battery lifespan in the near future, which will trigger alerts and may limit the…
SB-25-16-003 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 3, 2025
Electrical System problems in other Model S years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Model S | 7 | 18% |
| 2023 Model S | 8 | 7% |
| 2022 Model S | 16 | 12% |
| 2021 Model S | 25 | 14% |
| 2020 Model S | 7 | 9% |
| 2019 Model S | 4 | 9% |
| 2018 Model S | 34 | 20% |
| 2016 Model S | 148 | 23% |
| 2015 Model S | 264 | 40% |
| 2014 Model S | 132 | 36% |
| 2013 Model S | 195 | 42% |
| 2012 Model S | 37 | 61% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.