MODEL
Tesla Model X Bev
NHTSA safety across every Tesla Model X Bev model year we cover.
Across the 1 model year of the Tesla Model X Bev we cover (2026 to 2026), the strongest crash-test showing is the 2026 at 91 on the NHTSA Safety Index. No recalls are on record across those years.
The Tesla Model X is a full-size all-electric SUV targeting tech-forward families and premium buyers who want three-row utility without a gasoline engine. Now in its 2026 form, it sits at the top of Tesla's lineup, competing against luxury entries from Rivian, Mercedes, and BMW. Its distinctive falcon-wing rear doors and over-the-air software architecture make it one of the most recognizable vehicles on the road today.
From a pure safety-score standpoint, the 2026 Tesla Model X puts up genuinely impressive numbers. MotorCaliber's safety index lands at 91 out of 100, placing it firmly in the Exceptional band - a strong result for any full-size SUV, electric or otherwise. The rollover rating comes in at a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, which is notable given the Model X's tall, wide stance. That low center of gravity, a structural advantage of its skateboard battery platform, clearly pays dividends here. Frontal and side crash-test star ratings are listed as not yet rated for 2026, so shoppers cannot yet lean on those specific figures. NHTSA has recorded zero recalls against the 2026 model year, which is a clean starting point for a new model year. Owner complaints total just five across all 2026 coverage, with two involving crash allegations, one involving an injury allegation, and none involving fire or fatalities. It is important to note these are unverified allegations, not confirmed defects. At five complaints on a vehicle with significant sales volume, the complaint density is low. The honest bottom line is this: the 2026 Model X enters the year with a strong safety index, a spotless recall record, and minimal complaint activity. The missing frontal and side star ratings are the one gap shoppers should watch for as NHTSA testing progresses.
WHAT REVIEWERS SAYReviewers generally regard the Model X as a showcase of electric vehicle refinement, praising its rapid acceleration, spacious and minimalist interior, and advanced driver-assistance technology. Most find the falcon-wing doors a genuine conversation starter, though some note they can be impractical in tight parking situations. Ride comfort and cabin quietness tend to draw consistent praise, while the large touchscreen-centric controls draw occasional criticism for their learning curve.
- The 2026 Model X earns a 91 out of 100 MotorCaliber Safety Index, placing it in the Exceptional band - one of the stronger scores in the full-size electric SUV segment.
- Rollover protection is rated a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, likely aided by the low floor-mounted battery pack that keeps the center of gravity well below what a traditional SUV achieves.
- NHTSA frontal and side crash-test star ratings have not yet been issued for the 2026 model year - shoppers should revisit NHTSA's website as new test results are published before making a final decision.
- Zero recalls have been issued for the 2026 model year so far, and owner complaint volume is very low at five total filings, though all complaints are unverified allegations and the recall picture can change as a model year matures.