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2022 Tesla

Model S

Auto (A1)

Tesla Model S: best and worst years
2022 Tesla Model S (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2021 model year); you're viewing the 2022.

2021 photoDlluCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Large CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Motor kW
247EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
115 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
124 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
120 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$650EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
405 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
27 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
15EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
147.8 mpg, reported by 1 driverabout 27.8 mpg above the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
196 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
77 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
117 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
4,969 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
20
Owner complaints
131

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE18%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER17%
  • STEERING11%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%
  • SERVICE BRAKES6%
  • SUSPENSION5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 179 total.

Tesla Model S: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA26002Openopened Mar 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • PE25012Openopened Oct 7, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged

  • AQ25002Openopened Aug 20, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements

  • PE24033opened Jan 6, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING

    Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.

  • PE24031opened Oct 17, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • RQ24009Openopened Apr 25, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

    Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness

  • DP23002Openopened Jun 29, 2023VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

    Sudden Unintended Acceleration

  • DP23001opened Apr 7, 2023UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    Defect Petition Interlock Request

  • and 4 more

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

66 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Feb 4, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERSB-26-18-001

    On some Model S and Model X vehicles, the compression gap of the HVAC drain funnel seal is wider than intended, which may cause water ingress. Inspect the sponge area of the HVAC drain funnel for water ingress. If water ingress is present, rework the HVAC drain funnel seal.

  • Sep 3, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSB-25-16-004

    On certain Model S and Model X vehicles, the HV battery umbrella valves, over time, may become damaged due to road debris. Replace all 5 umbrella valves with updated parts. This new revision, R1, updates the affected Countries/Regions.

  • Sep 2, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSB-25-16-002

    On certain Model S and Model X vehicles built between approximately January 2021 and September 22, 2022, the High Voltage (HV) battery ports’ plungers intended for internal water leak egress (also known as flood ports) can be replaced with plungers that are more robust against external ingress due to submersion during flooding or other similar high-severity abuse instances. Replace all 5 flood port plungers with updated parts. This new revision, R2, updates the affected Countries/Regions.

  • May 13, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMN/A

    Messaging sent directly to customers who have queued with Tesla Service to perform Service Bulletin SB-25-16-002 "Replace Flood Port Plungers". The customer is informed that their vehicle is in queue to receive parts and repairs, Tesla Service will reach out to them when the Service Center is ready to schedule vehicle service, and what to do if the vehicle is exposed/will be exposed to flooding.

  • Apr 3, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSB-24-17-005

    On certain Model S, Model X and Model Y vehicles, the interior camera requires replacement to mitigate reduced driver attentiveness detection performance in low-light conditions.

  • Mar 21, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSB-24-21-002

    Some Model S and Model X vehicles with 1st Generation Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) antennas might suffer from lower-than-expected navigation signal strength under certain circumstances.

  • Feb 28, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSB-25-17-004

    Some Model S and Model X vehicles with revision D interior cameras might suffer from lower-than-expected navigation signal strength under certain circumstances.

  • Sep 30, 2024UNKNOWN OR OTHERfsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf

    Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner’s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen. This file contains all available owner’s manual content for the vehicle converted to PDF format, and given the distribution method and NHTSA’s submission format requirements, it is the best available representat

  • and 58 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
8 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.