Model year guide

2017 Tesla model s 75

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Tesla model s 75 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2017 Tesla model s 75 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2017 Tesla model s 75 at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints379
Combined98 MPGe

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Tesla model s 75 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2017 Tesla model s 75.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 16 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2017 Tesla model s 75 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 379 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

2017 Tesla model s 75 safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Rollover risk: 5.7% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Tesla Model S 75 5 HB RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2017 Tesla model s 75 efficiency & running costs

Combined98 MPGe
City97 MPGe
Highway100 MPGe
Est. annual energy cost$750
EPA size classLarge Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (A1)
Electric range249 mi
Charge time (240V)12 hours
Passenger volume94 cu ft
Cargo volume26 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,250 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Tesla model s 75 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Energy (5 yrs)$3,750
Energy only$3,750
Per mile$0.05

How this is estimated: energy is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Investigations & service bulletins

NHTSA defect investigations 4

Fore Link Failure Closed

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Preliminary Evaluation based on forty-three complaints alleging failure of the left or right front suspension fore links in Tesla model year (MY) 2015 through 2017 Model S and MY 2016 through 2017 Model X vehicles. The investigation has identified 426 instances of failure on part number 1041570-00-A or 1041575-00-A fore links. None of the instances resulted in any…

NHTSA #PE20020 · Suspension · opened Nov 2020 · closed Aug 2024

Loss of rearview camera Closed

On November 20, 2020, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Engineering Analysis (EA) 20-003 to investigate incidents of media control unit (MCU) failures resulting in loss of rearview camera in model year (MY) 2012-18 Tesla Model S and model year (MY) 2016-2018 Tesla Model X vehicles equipped with the NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor with an integrated 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device.During its investigation, O…

NHTSA #EA20003 · Exterior Lighting, Electrical System, Visibility · opened Nov 2020 · closed May 2024

Sudden Unintended Acceleration Closed

On December 19, 2019, NHTSA received a petition from Mr. Brian Sparks requesting that the Agency "recall all [Tesla] Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles produced from 2013 to the present" due to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA). In his petition and follow-up submissions, the petitioner identified a total of 232 non-duplicative complaints to NHTSA, including 203 reporting crashes. On January 13, 2020, NHTSA's O…

NHTSA #DP20001 · Power Train, Electrical System, Vehicle Speed Control · opened Jan 2020 · closed Jan 2021

Battery Management Software Updates Closed

In a letter dated September 17, 2019, Mr. Edward Chen petitioned the NHTSA to initiate a defect investigation of certain Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles that received revised battery management software in one or more over-the-air (OTA) updates from Tesla, beginning in May 2019. The petitioner bases his request on vehicle fires that took place worldwide and OTA software updates Tesla made to the Battery Management…

NHTSA #DP19005 · Electrical System · opened Oct 2019 · closed Sep 2021

An investigation means NHTSA is examining a possible defect — it is not a recall, and many close without one.

Manufacturer service bulletins 92

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 92.

On certain Model S and Model X vehicles, the battery powered Pyrotechnic High Voltage (HV) Battery Disconnect will reach the end of its battery lifespan in the near future, which will trigger alerts and may limit the vehicle’s performance.

Bulletin SB-25-16-003 · Electrical System · Jun 2025

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 d…

Bulletin fsd-12-5-4_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin fsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin fsd-12-5-4_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin fsd-12-5-3_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin 2024.38_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin 2024.26.9_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin 2024.26.9_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin fsd-12-5-4-1_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

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 d…

Bulletin fsd-12-5-3_s3xy.pdf · Sep 2024

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the MODEL S 75 RWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2017 Tesla model s 75 vehicles on record

2017 Tesla model s 75 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Tesla model s 75 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2017 Tesla model s 75. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Tesla model s 75?

Across all 379 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, electrical system, steering.

What is the 2017 Tesla model s 75 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Tesla model s 75 crash-test ratings of rollover 5★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Tesla model s 75 get?

The 2017 Tesla model s 75 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 98 MPGe combined (97 city / 100 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.