NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Tesla Model X 60d Safety Ratings
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d scores 94 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 73 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d earned a perfect score in every NHTSA crash-test category. This strong performance, combined with zero active recalls, contributes to an overall NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100, placing the vehicle in the Exceptional band. The sole aspect preventing a higher score was its defect-record sub-score of 14/20.
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d received a five-star overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 94/100, sourced from NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 93 SUVs from 2019 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 94 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 73 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 93 SUVs tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d?
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d achieved a perfect rating in every one of NHTSA's crash-test categories. This includes frontal, side, and rollover evaluations. The vehicle registered a 9 percent rollover risk, with a "No Tip" dynamic result. Its crash-protection sub-score stands at 70 out of a possible 70 points. The Model X 60d's avoidance-technology sub-score is also perfect at 10 out of 10, with standard features including forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control. This exemplary crash-test performance is paired with a clean recall record; no recalls have been issued for the 2019 model year. The only factor preventing a perfect 100-point NHTSA Safety Index is the defect record sub-score of 14 out of 20. This reflects the 73 unverified owner complaints submitted to NHTSA. Allegations concerning the suspension lead these complaints, with 23 reports. The Electrical System and "Unknown Or Other" categories each account for 16 complaints. The 2019 Model X 60d earns an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d earned the highest marks in every crash-test category rated by NHTSA. The vehicle achieved a full rating for overall protection, frontal impact, and side impact. Its rollover resistance was also rated at the top level, with a measured rollover risk of 9 percent and a No Tip result in the dynamic test. All categories received a rating, and none fell below the maximum threshold.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14100
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d have any recalls?
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. That absence of any recall action is a meaningful contributor to the vehicle's Exceptional Safety Index band and directly reflects the 14/20 defect-record sub-score.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d?
NHTSA has logged 73 unverified consumer complaints against the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Suspension with 23 reports, followed by Electrical System and Unknown Or Other each at 16, and Structure at 12. These are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects.
73 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d?
Zero open campaigns is a favorable starting point. However, shoppers considering this 7-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm no new recall campaigns have been opened since this data was compiled, and to verify that any remedy work was completed before purchase.
- The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d is the only model year in the MotorCaliber file with a zero-recall record at the time of this analysis, contributing directly to its Exceptional 94/100 Safety Index.
- NHTSA's NCAP program scored this specific model year at five stars in all four categories, including a 9 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result, yielding a perfect crash-protection sub-score of 70/70.
- Seventy-three unverified complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year, with Suspension the single most-reported component at 23 allegations, a concentration worth monitoring as the vehicle ages on the used market.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by MotorCaliber, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, were standard equipment on this model year, earning the full 10/10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d places
The 2019 Tesla Model X 60d qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Tesla Model X 60d safety questions
Was the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.3%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 73 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Tesla Model X 60d. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model X 75d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P100d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X P90d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Nissan Murano | 93/100 | 5 of 5 | 1 |
| 2019 Lexus Nx300h | 91/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 14100), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Tesla Model X 60d 2019.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 1 of 93 in the SUV class for 2019.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.