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Tesla Model S 90d Safety
NHTSA safety across every Tesla Model S 90d model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Tesla Model S 90d we cover (2019 to 2019), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2019 at 98 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The 2019 Tesla Model S 90D is a full-size all-electric luxury sedan aimed at tech-forward buyers who want premium performance alongside cutting-edge driver assistance. Competing against established German flagships, the Model S carved out its own category as a high-range EV with a low center of gravity and a distinct safety-first engineering philosophy. It remains one of the most talked-about sedans in the modern era.
The 2019 Tesla Model S 90D registered zero recalls, a clean regulatory record many competitors cannot match. This absence of recalls contributes to the vehicle's 98 out of 100 Safety Index from MotorCaliber, placing it in the Exceptional tier. NHTSA crash testing shows a perfect 5-out-of-5 rollover rating, reflecting the inherent stability of its low-mounted battery pack. However, specific frontal and side impact star ratings are not available within the covered data set, leaving a gap in the full crash-test profile. NHTSA has logged 32 owner complaints for the 2019 model year. These include 4 alleged crash-related reports and 1 alleged injury, though these remain unverified. The overall complaint volume is modest. The zero-recall record and Exceptional Safety Index are notable. Shoppers should verify frontal and side crash-test results directly through NHTSA's database.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Model S as a benchmark luxury sedan that blends strong real-world performance with sophisticated technology. Most professional assessments praise its spacious interior, long driving range, and advanced driver assistance features, while noting that the ownership experience is closely tied to Tesla's software ecosystem and service network.
- The 2019 Model S 90D earned a 98 out of 100 NHTSA Safety Index, placing it in our Exceptional band - the highest safety tier we assign, driven in large part by a perfect 5-star NHTSA rollover rating.
- NHTSA frontal and side crash-test star ratings are not available in our covered data for this model year, so shoppers should check NHTSA's database directly to get the fullest possible crash-test picture before deciding.
- There are zero recalls on record for the 2019 model year across our covered range - a notably clean regulatory history for any vehicle, let alone one in the competitive full-size luxury sedan segment.
- NHTSA shows 32 owner complaints for this model year, including 4 alleged crash-related reports and 1 alleged injury. These are unverified allegations, but reviewing the complaint narratives on NHTSA's site can give shoppers useful real-world context.