NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Tesla Model X 90d Safety Ratings
The 2019 Tesla Model X 90d 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 90D achieved a perfect score in every NHTSA crash-test category, a rare distinction. This performance, combined with a total absence of recalls, contributes to an Exceptional NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 100. By every federal metric we track, this model year presents a strong safety profile.
The 2019 Tesla Model X 90D received a 5-out-of-5 overall NHTSA crash-test rating and a NHTSA Safety Index of 94 out of 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 90d ranks 3 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 | 3 of 93 SUVs tested for 2019 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d?
The 2019 Tesla Model X 90D achieved a rare perfect score in crash protection, earning 70 out of 70 points in this sub-category from NHTSA. This, combined with a 10 out of 10 for avoidance technology due to standard forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, contributed to an overall Safety Index of 94 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The vehicle's recall record is clear, with zero recalls on file. However, 73 unverified owner complaints prevented a perfect Safety Index score, limiting the defect record sub-score to 14 out of 20. The most frequent complaints concern the suspension, with 23 alleged reports. Electrical System and Unknown or Other categories each have 16 complaints, and Structure accounts for 12. These complaints include 10 alleged crashes and 3 fire incidents, all unverified by NHTSA. No prior-year Safety Index is available for comparison.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d perform in crash tests?
The 2019 Tesla Model X 90D achieved a perfect 5 out of 5 stars in every category evaluated by NHTSA, including overall, frontal impact, side impact, and rollover. Its rollover risk is assessed at 9 percent, with the dynamic tip test yielding a "No Tip" outcome. The Model X 90D presented no weak ratings and left no category unrated in its federal crash-test performance.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 14102
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d have any recalls?
The 2019 Tesla Model X 90D carries zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. That clean record contributes directly to the defect-record sub-score of 14 out of 20 in the Safety Index.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d?
NHTSA has logged 73 unverified owner complaints for this model year. The most frequently alleged problem areas are Suspension (23 reports), Electrical System (16), and Unknown or Other (16). These are unverified consumer allegations, not established defects, and include reported claims of 10 crashes, 3 fires, and 5 injuries.
73 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d?
Shoppers considering this 7-year-old vehicle should run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup tool to confirm no new campaigns have been opened since this data was compiled. Because the 2019 Model X 90D currently shows zero recalls, remedy completion is not a concern, but VIN-level verification remains best practice before any used purchase.
- The 2019 Tesla Model X 90D is the only model year in our current dataset to achieve a perfect crash-protection sub-score of 70 out of 70, reflecting a 5-star sweep across all NHTSA-tested categories including a 9 percent rollover risk and a No Tip dynamic result.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file with NHTSA for this specific model year, meaning no components have been subject to a formal safety remedy, a relatively uncommon outcome for a vehicle now 7 years old.
- The defect-record sub-score of 14 out of 20 is the sole drag on an otherwise near-perfect Safety Index, driven by 73 unverified NHTSA complaints, with Suspension (23 alleged reports) and Electrical System (16 alleged reports) as the leading categories.
- All three crash-avoidance technologies tracked by MotorCaliber, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control, are listed as standard equipment on this trim, earning a full 10 out of 10 avoidance-tech sub-score.
RANKINGSWhere the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d places
The 2019 Tesla Model X 90d qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2019 Tesla Model X 90d safety questions
Was the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d, 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 90d crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d 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 90d have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d 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 90d?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 73 owner complaints are on file for the 2019 Tesla Model X 90d. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.
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Rivals in SUV (2019)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model X 60d | 94/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2019 Tesla Model X 75d | 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 14102), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Tesla Model X 90d 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 3 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.