2016 Tesla Model X power train problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2016 Tesla Model X — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“I own a 2016 Tesla Model X P100D equipped with the Large Drive Unit (LDU). The component that fails is the rotor coolant seal in the rear drive unit motor. Coolant leaks internally into the motor and inverter, causing bearing wear, corrosion, isolation faults, and eventual complete drive unit…”
filed May 4, 2026
“I initially brought my vehicle to the Tesla Service Center in Richmond, Texas, to address issues involving the motor. During this visit, I was informed that mismatched tire sizes and worn parts in the front end were contributing to the problem. The service center proceeded with repairs, charging me…”
filed Dec 27, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other Model X years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Model X | 1 | 4% |
| 2023 Model X | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 Model X | 4 | 3% |
| 2021 Model X | 3 | 8% |
| 2020 Model X | 8 | 7% |
| 2019 Model X | 2 | 2% |
| 2018 Model X | 11 | 6% |
| 2017 Model X | 10 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2016 Tesla Model X
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.