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NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Tesla Model S 75d

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

0Recalls
32Complaints
1Investigations
ABOUT THE TESLA MODEL S 75D

The 2019 Tesla Model S 75D is a full-size all-wheel-drive electric sedan aimed squarely at tech-forward luxury buyers who want performance and prestige without a combustion engine. Competing against established German flagships, the Model S carved out its own lane as a genuine driver's car that also happens to be one of the most scrutinized vehicles on American roads from a safety standpoint.

VERDICT

The 2019 Tesla Model S 75d earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 98 out of 100, an exceptional result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. Its 5-star rollover rating stands out for families and child-seat buyers. No vehicle recalls are on file for this model year.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • families prioritizing rollover safety
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Model S as a benchmark-setting luxury sedan that delivers exhilarating acceleration and a sophisticated technology experience. Most praise its driving dynamics and over-the-air update capability, while some note that the interior quality and user-interface approach differ meaningfully from traditional European luxury rivals. Overall sentiment toward the car is strongly positive.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

OverallNot rated
FrontalNot rated
SideNot rated
Rollover
Rollover risk 5.7%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14096

Index breakdown

Crash protection70/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record17.75/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

No vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Tesla Model S 75d at NHTSA as of 2026-07-02. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the safety score.

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

32 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

4reported crash
0reported fire
1reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsSuspension 8Service Brakes 5Forward Collision Avoidance 5Electrical System 4Unknown Or Other 4Steering 4

Rivals in Sedan (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 14096), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Tesla Model S 75d 2019. Class rank 7 of 119 in Sedan 2019. Methodology · Disclosure