Tesla Model X Palladium — Problems & Common Faults
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
Generations
Engine Overview
The Tesla Model X Palladium is available with 2 engine variants — from 670 to 1020 hp.
Palladium generation of the SUV drive with permanent-magnet machines and modernized power electronics. Drivetrain unremarkable so far; the falcon-wing doors remain, by design, the most maintenance-intensive component. Software and build quality clearly matured compared with early builds.
No known weaknesses documented.
Tri-motor top version of the heavy SUV. Enormous system output at over 2.5 tonnes: brakes, tires and suspension work at their limit and cost accordingly. Drive technology as in the Plaid sedan, so far without widespread defect patterns; falcon-wing door maintenance remains a topic.
No known weaknesses documented.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Recall: curtain airbag impaired with window open Front curtain airbags may not deploy correctly with lowered windows — replaced under recall 22V233000. | ||
| Recall: power steering drops out after potholes After hard impacts (potholes) the electric power steering can cut assist — much higher steering effort, especially at low speed. Recall 22V818000. Symptoms: Steering suddenly heavy after rough roads | ||
| Recall: low brake fluid not detected The control unit may fail to detect low brake fluid — no warning to the driver. KBA recall 13295, builds 2021–2023. | ||
| Recall: infotainment processor overheats As on Model S: insufficient processor cooling can knock out vehicle systems — fixed under recall (KBA 11850). Symptoms: Display/systems drop out in heat or fast charging |
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Known Problems and Issues +
A total of 5 weaknesses have been documented for the Tesla Model X Palladium (2021–2026). Typical issues affect Other, Body.
What to watch out for with the Tesla Model X? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee