2016 Tesla Model X TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins) at TrueDelta

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TSB Date	Problem Area	TSB Text
10/07/16	Transmission and Drivetrain	NHTSA ID: 10081834 TSB ID: SB1639001 Some model x vehicles might have been built with incorrect front halfshafts. if full lock steering is applied while the suspension is fully extended, an incorrect halfshaft could overextend, damaging the dust boot or the constant velocity j
08/04/17	Electrical and Air Conditioning	NHTSA ID: 10110745 TSB ID: SB-15-16-003 R1 It is possible to accidentally break off the aeroshield support tab from the hv battery. if the tab breaks, the mid aeroshield is not fully supported, reducing the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. the operation of the hv battery is no
08/04/17	Electrical and Air Conditioning	NHTSA ID: 10110752 TSB ID: SB-17-17-002 R1 On some model s and model x vehicles with 2nd generation autopilot, the forward facing camera pitch (vertical angle) might be out of the specifications required for some future autopilot features.
08/04/17	Electrical and Air Conditioning	NHTSA ID: 10110758 TSB ID: SB-16-44-004 Some third generation chargers could have an internal fault that prevents dc fast charging (supercharging or chademo).
10/07/16	Electrical and Air Conditioning	NHTSA ID: 10081822 TSB ID: SB1617008 An early version of key firmware might have caused the key battery to drain more quickly than normal.
10/07/16	Electrical and Air Conditioning	NHTSA ID: 10081832 TSB ID: SB1618002 On some model x vehicles, the a/c condenser pipes might have been installed on the incorrect condenser ports. this might cause poor or no a/c cooling performance, slow supercharging, and/or noise from the condenser pipes touching the front
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10/07/16	Electrical and Air Conditioning	NHTSA ID: 10081823 TSB ID: SB1617008R1 An early version of key firmware might have caused the key battery to drain more quickly than normal.
08/16/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10115679 TSB ID: SB-17-13-002 On some model s and model x vehicles, the connection of the hook-and-loop material that secures the seat upholstery to the seat cushion foam might weaken, causing the upholstery to gather and cause wrinkles.
08/14/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10111104 TSB ID: SB-16-90-003 R2 Describes how to retrofit the towing package.
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110759 TSB ID: SB-16-50-001 The button on earlier mobile connector or wall connector charge handles might not open the charge port door on model x. the charge port door can still be opened from the touchscreen.
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110757 TSB ID: SB-16-45-001 R2 Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to wind noise that seems to come from the front doors and windows. the wind noise does not affect use of the front doors and windows.
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110751 TSB ID: SB-17-15-003 Some 5-seat model x vehicles do not have the trunk gap hider and brackets installed.

08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110748 TSB ID: SB-17-15-002 On some model x vehicles, a popping noise might be audible from the rear door upper trim brackets when opening or closing the rear doors.
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110747 TSB ID: SB-17-11-001 Water may enter the door latches or cinching actuators on the rear (falcon wing) doors. if the vehicle is then parked outdoors in freezing conditions, the water can freeze, potentially interfering with opening or cinching closed until the v
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110741 TSB ID: SB-17-31-001 Some model s and model x vehicles may have been manufactured with front suspension fore links that may not meet tesla strength specifications. in the event of link failure, the driver can still maintain control of the vehicle but the tire m
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110739 TSB ID: SB-16-90-003 Some customers have a due bill for an accessories hitch. the accessories hitch has been discontinued. in place of the accessories hitch, these customers are to receive the hitch package, which can be used to attach hitch accessories. these
08/04/17	Other	NHTSA ID: 10110740 TSB ID: SB-16-90-003 R1 Describes how to retrofit the towing package.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081843 TSB ID: SB1617007 An early version of vehicle firmware might have caused the key battery to drain more quickly than normal.
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10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081821 TSB ID: SB1612004 Some model x vehicles were built without washers on the fasteners that secure the mid aero shield and rear diffuser. this could allow the mid aero shield or rear diffuser to become detached from the vehicle in extreme driving conditions.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081842 TSB ID: SB1617001R2 Inspect for proper routing of the wiring harnesses on the rear upper door trim panels and resecure the wiring harnesses, if necessary. r2 improves the instructions on how to properly resecure the wiring harness and adds more vehicles to the
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081840 TSB ID: SB1611004R1 On some model x vehicles, an open rear window might cause the rear door ultrasonic sensors to detect non-existent objects, causing the door to stop unnecessarily while it is opening. the user can still continue to open the door by holding t
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081839 TSB ID: SB1513003R2 The 2nd row seat pitch pivot bolts, shoulder pivot bolts, and pitch mechanism nuts could loosen over time, causing the 2nd row seats to have excessive play or a rocking movement.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081838 TSB ID: SB1513003R1 The 2nd row seat pitch pivot bolts, shoulder pivot bolts, and pitch mechanism nuts could loosen over time, causing the 2nd row seats to have excessive play or a rocking movement.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081831 TSB ID: SB1615002 On some model x vehicles, the sun visors might be prone to splitting or require a high degree of force to rotate.
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10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081829 TSB ID: SB1611004R2 On some model x vehicles, an open rear window might cause the rear door ultrasonic sensors to detect non-existent objects, causing the door to stop unnecessarily while it is opening. the user can still continue to open the door by holding t
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081827 TSB ID: SB1690001 Describes how to install the performance pedal set accessory.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081826 TSB ID: SB1645002 Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to excessive wind noise when the active spoiler is extended.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081825 TSB ID: SB1645001R1 Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to wind noise that seems to come from the front doors and windows. the wind noise does not affect use of the front doors and windows.
10/07/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081824 TSB ID: SB1645001 Some model x vehicles might be susceptible to wind noise that seems to come from the front doors and windows. the wind noise does not affect use of the front doors and windows.
10/05/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081561 TSB ID: SB1611006 Early front door latches are susceptible to water ingress, which might cause the touchscreen to show the door in the wrong position or prevent the door from opening and closing automatically. the door can still be opened with the inside han
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10/05/16	Other	NHTSA ID: 10081580 TSB ID: SB1611002 The seals on the front door fixed glass might have inadequate anti-wear coating, leading to premature wear. a worn seal might squeak when the door glass is moving or result in excessive wind noise.

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Tesla Model X TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

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2016 Tesla Model X Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

Tesla Model X TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)