GREEN CHOICE
The 2022 Model S is less reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2022 Tesla Model S owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Window on rear left side would completely open with car after locking car and leaving unattended"
Anonymous, CA (2022 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
""Rattles from rear right panel, do not trust Tesla mechanics to fix the issue without damaging other components with their sloppy workmanship""
Anonymous, CT (2022 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)Electric drive failure, replacement or malfunction.
"Car completely shut down and wouldn't move while driving was on the road driving and shut down with no warning and no ability to move the car. Very dangerous"
Anonymous, CA (2022 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)Electric/hybrid battery pack failure, replacement or malfunction, or cooling.
""The car died while in my garage and still connected to its charger. The 12 volt battery and bus failed when it could not keep charged from the high voltage battery. This is the third major electrical malfunction with this car resulting with it having to be towed into a service center for repair before it could be driven out of the garage. I don't trust this car to even drive it any more, as you can see by the miles driven over three years.""
Anonymous A., NH (2022 Tesla Model S Plaid Electric)Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
""between 35 & 42 MPH the vibrations, Tesla refuses to fix the issue""
Anonymous, CT (2022 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
""The 12 volt battery has failed three times for not being able to keep charged from the high voltage battery, resulting in the vehicle being disabled in my garage while being plugged in to its charger. It has been towed out of my garage three times to repair related electrical problems.""
Anonymous A., NH (2022 Tesla Model S Plaid Electric)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Won't charge at home; won't work with some public chargers; won't fully charge; charge connection; charge port door.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
""The cover of the yoke wore off in several areas in less than 10,000 miles. Tesla will replace the yoke under a recall notice.""
Anonymous A., NY (2022 Tesla Model S Long Range Electric)