NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2026 Tesla Model X BEV Safety Ratings
The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV scores 91 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), 0 recalls, and 5 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV achieves an overall NHTSA Safety Index of 91/100, placing it in the Exceptional category. This strong performance is anchored by a perfect crash-protection sub-score and a record of zero recalls to date. The avoidance technology sub-score, however, presents the primary area for improvement, tempering an otherwise robust safety profile for this model year.
The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV SUV AWD holds a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 out of 100 and a 5-out-of-5-star NHTSA rollover rating, sourced from NHTSA crash-test and recall data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 143 SUVs from 2026 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV ranks 51 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
| NHTSA Safety Index | 91 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.3% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 5 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 51 of 143 SUVs tested for 2026 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV?
The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV achieves an overall Safety Index of 91/100, a rating of Exceptional, driven by its robust passive safety performance. A perfect 70 out of 70 in the crash protection sub-score indicates top-tier structural and restraint performance across all NHTSA evaluations. Reinforcing this is a 5 out of 5 star rollover rating, with a low 9 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" outcome in dynamic testing. However, the vehicle's active safety suite presents a significant deficiency, scoring only 2 out of 10 in avoidance technology. This low score reflects the absence of standard forward collision warning and lane departure warning, with only electronic stability control provided as standard. This lack of advanced driver assistance systems stands in contrast to its otherwise dominant crash-protection profile. As a current model year, no prior-year Safety Index is available for comparative trend analysis. The vehicle’s recall record is exemplary, with zero recalls contributing 18.75 out of 20 to its score. Five owner complaints have been registered, primarily concerning Forward Collision Avoidance, which warrant observation as the model year progresses.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV perform in crash tests?
The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV achieves a 5 out of 5 star rating for rollover protection, with a 9 percent rollover risk and a "No Tip" result in the dynamic tip test. NHTSA has not yet published star ratings for overall, frontal, or side crash protection for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 22074
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NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV have any recalls?
No recall campaigns are on file for the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV. Zero recalls have been issued for this model year. There are no park-outside or do-not-drive directives associated with this vehicle at this time. Shoppers should still run a VIN check through NHTSA, as campaigns can be added after a model year launches.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV?
Five owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV, including alleged incidents involving 2 crashes and 1 injury. Top components cited in these unverified allegations are Forward Collision Avoidance with 3 reports, followed by Suspension, Wheels, Electrical System, and Service Brakes each with 1 report.
5 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV?
As a current model year with zero recalls on file, the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV has not yet generated any federal safety actions. However, new campaigns can be issued at any point during a model year's lifecycle. A VIN-specific check through NHTSA's recall database remains essential before purchase.
- The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV achieves a perfect crash-protection sub-score of 70 out of 70, the strongest possible result within the MotorCaliber Index framework for this model year.
- NHTSA has not yet issued overall, frontal, or side star ratings for this model year, meaning a full NCAP picture is incomplete and those dimensions should not be assumed safe or unsafe.
- Forward collision warning and lane departure warning are listed as absent for this model year, producing an avoidance-tech sub-score of just 2 out of 10 and representing the sharpest safety trade-off in the 2026 data.
- Three of the five unverified owner complaints reported to NHTSA for this model year specifically allege issues with Forward Collision Avoidance, a pattern worth tracking as additional reports accumulate.
RANKINGSWhere the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV places
The 2026 Tesla Model X BEV qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2026 Tesla Model X BEV safety questions
Was the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 91 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 2026 Tesla Model X BEV crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV earned 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 2026 Tesla Model X BEV have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV 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 2026 Tesla Model X BEV?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 5 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Tesla Model X BEV. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Rivals in SUV (2026)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lexus GX 550 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 350e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus Rz 550e BEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander MHEV | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 22074), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Tesla Model X BEV 2026.
- 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 51 of 143 in the SUV class for 2026.
- 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.