NHTSA Complaint #11697950 — 2017 TESLA MODEL X

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11697950
Vehicle	2017 TESLA MODEL X
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	October 17, 2025
Date Filed	November 6, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MA

Consumer Description

Power Steering Assist stopped working while on the road. A couple days later, power steering stopped working completely.

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