Falcon Wing Door Sensors
ModerateBodywork & RustThe complex sensors (ultrasonic and capacitive) in the falcon wing doors can fail, leading to "ghost" obstacle detection where the door stops opening or refuses to open at all.
By 2020 the Model X had been significantly refined with MCU2 infotainment, improved Falcon Wing door sensors, and better build quality. The earlier mechanical issues were largely resolved, and the Model X had become a more reliable proposition. However, from 2023 UK models became left-hand drive only.
The complex sensors (ultrasonic and capacitive) in the falcon wing doors can fail, leading to "ghost" obstacle detection where the door stops opening or refuses to open at all.
A shudder or vibration felt through the floor and steering wheel under hard acceleration, caused by excessive wear in the front drive shafts (half-shafts).
Like the Model S, the heavy Model X is prone to premature suspension wear. Front lower control arms and sway bar links are common failure points.