Tesla Model S Falcon Wing Door Motor Failure — Model X
Tesla
Model S
2015
All Model X
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
Medium
Safe to Drive?
✅ Safe to Drive
Safety Impact
No direct safety impact reported by owners
Urgency Level
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The Falcon Wing door motors on Model X fail over time causing doors to open slowly, partially or not at all. Motor replacement per door costs £400-800 at a Tesla service centre. Cold weather accelerates motor wear.
Repair / Solution
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⚠️ Wrong Diagnosis?
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