Tesla cut the price of the 2023 Tesla Model X by $30,000 in less than eight months, from $109,990 in January to $79,990 in September 2023. The car itself barely changed in that time, apart from a new Autopilot computer and the loss of parking sensors.
For a used buyer, that history works in your favor. The best 2023 is a later build with HW4 and every camera recall closed.
How the price fell through 2023
The first cut came on January 13, 2023, taking the dual-motor car to $109,990 and the Plaid to $119,990. On March 6 both dropped another $10,000. In August, Tesla added a cheaper Standard Range, and on September 1 it priced the dual-motor car at $79,990, under the $80,000 SUV limit for the federal EV credit as it stood then. The Plaid went to $89,990, then back up to $94,990.
The used-market effect is simple: two identical 2023 cars may have cost their first owners $30,000 apart. Price the car you are looking at by its hardware and condition, not by what it cost new.
HW3 or HW4: the February 2023 change
Model S and X were the first Teslas to get Hardware 4, a new Autopilot computer with higher-resolution cameras. A Model X Plaid built on February 25, 2023 was among the first delivered, and early HW4 owners reported that Autopilot, cruise control and some camera functions arrived later by software, per InsideEVs.
That leaves two kinds of 2023:
- Early builds with HW3, the same computer as the 2022 Model X.
- Later builds with HW4, matching the 2024 and later cars.
Check under Software, then Additional Vehicle Information. Ultrasonic parking sensors also went away during 2023. The exact cutover build isn't confirmed, so look at the bumpers for the round sensor caps.
The two-week Standard Range
On August 15, 2023, Tesla listed a Standard Range Model X at $88,490 with an estimated 269 miles of range, alongside the Long Range at $98,490. It was gone by about September 1. There is no EPA listing for it in the data we checked, and TechCrunch's suggestion that it used a software-limited version of the same pack was never confirmed. If you see one advertised, verify the range shown at 100%.
Camera recalls and the rest
NHTSA lists 17 campaigns for the 2023 Model X, as of October 2026. The theme is cameras:
| Campaign | Issue | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| 23V244000 | Weak camera signal can stop the rearview image showing | OTA |
| 23V489000 | Forward camera misaligned; AEB and lane assist may be disabled without warning | Service: camera pitch adjusted |
| 24V035000 | Software instability can stop the rearview image | OTA |
| 25V002000 | Short on the computer board can kill the rearview image | OTA, plus computer replaced where damage is found |
| 26V283000 | Rearview image may be delayed in reverse | OTA |
Service visits are also needed for front seat belt anchors (23V488000), the yoke swap air bag (23V743000), a driver air bag that may tear (24V967000) and a horn pad air bag (25V172000). Look up the VIN on NHTSA's recall site.
- 22V843000November 15, 2022Air bags, air bag/restraint control module, softwareSoftware update
Restraint control module calibration may deploy the front passenger air bag incorrectly in some low-speed crashes. - 23V085000February 15, 2023Steering, automated/adaptive steeringSoftware update
FSD Beta may act unsafely around intersections and respond poorly to speed limit changes. - 23V244000April 5, 2023Back over preventionSoftware update
Weak camera signal may stop the rearview image from displaying. - 23V488000July 14, 2023Seat belts, frontService visit
Front seat belts may not be properly connected to the pretensioner anchors and can detach. - 23V489000July 14, 2023Forward collision avoidance, sensing system, cameraService visit
Misaligned forward camera may disable AEB, forward collision warning and lane assist without alerting the driver; camera pitch inspected and adjusted. - 23V679000October 11, 2023Electrical systemSoftware update
Controller may fail to detect low brake fluid and show no warning light.
Show all 17 recalls
- 23V743000November 3, 2023Steering, steering wheel/handle barService visit
Wrong driver air bag may have been fitted when a yoke was swapped for a round wheel (or vice versa). - 23V838000December 12, 2023Electrical system, adas, autonomous/self driving, softwareSoftware update
Autosteer controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse. - 23V862000December 19, 2023Latches/locks/linkages, doors, latchSoftware update
Cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash. - 24V035000January 22, 2024Back over prevention, sensing system, cameraSoftware update
Software instability may stop the rearview camera image from displaying. - 24V051000January 30, 2024Electrical system, instrument cluster/panelSoftware update
Brake, Park and ABS warning lights shown in a font that is too small (FMVSS 105/135). - 24V376000May 28, 2024Seat belts, front, warning light/devicesSoftware update
Seat belt warning light and chime may not activate for an unbelted driver (FMVSS 208). - 24V554000July 24, 2024Latches/locks/linkages, hood, latchSoftware update
Hood latch may not detect an unlatched hood after it has been opened. - 24V967000December 24, 2024Air bags, frontal, driver side, cushionService visit
Driver air bag cushion could tear during deployment; air bag assembly replaced. - 25V002000January 7, 2025Back over prevention, softwareSoftware update
Short on the computer circuit board can cause loss of the rearview camera image; OTA update plus computer replacement where board failure or stress is found. - 25V172000March 19, 2025Air bagsService visit
Driver air bag with an incorrect horn pad may stop the horn from sounding. - 26V283000May 5, 2026Back over prevention, softwareSoftware update
Rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Source: NHTSA recalls API. A recall only applies if your VIN is listed.
As with 2022, NHTSA published only the rollover test for 2023: five stars and a 9.3% rollover risk. Frontal and side scores were not released.
| NHTSA test | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.3% |
Range, specs and what owners report
EPA ratings carried over from 2022: 348 miles for the dual-motor Long Range, and 333 or 311 miles for the Plaid on 20-inch or 22-inch wheels. The 2024 Model X was rated lower, at 335 miles, so a 2023 is the longer-range choice of the two on paper.
| Trim | EPA range | Efficiency | Home AC max | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Range (AWD) | 348 mi | 33 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | n/a |
| Plaid (20in wheels) | 333 mi | 34 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | n/a |
| Plaid (22in wheels) | 311 mi | 37 kWh/100 mi | 11.5 kW | n/a |
| Standard Range | n/a | n/a | 11.5 kW | $88,490 |
Owners filed 194 NHTSA complaints for the 2023 model year, as of October 2026. Steering and forward collision avoidance lead the identified categories, with air bags and seat belts close behind.
194 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 Model X. Most frequent areas (approximate order): unknown or other; steering; forward collision avoidance; electrical system; air bags; seat belts. Source: NHTSA complaints database.
Charging at home: a 50 A circuit worked example
Some homes can't spare 60 A for a charger without a panel upgrade. A 50 A circuit is a common compromise, so here is what it gives a 2023 Model X using Tesla's Model X figures:
- 50 A breaker, Wall Connector set to 40 A output = 9.6 kW
- About 29 miles of range per hour
- An 8-hour night adds about 232 miles (8 x 29)
That covers almost any daily driving. On a 60 A breaker the figure rises to about 35 miles per hour, and a full charge from empty takes roughly 9 to 10 hours. Our breaker and wire sizes for a Tesla charger guide covers wire and breaker pairing, and an electrician should confirm your panel's spare capacity. Our home charger cost breakdown shows what a panel upgrade adds.
| How you charge | Speed |
|---|---|
| Wall Connector at 48 A (11.5 kW, 60 A breaker) | up to 35 mi of range per hour |
| NEMA 14-50 outlet, Mobile Connector at 32 A | about 23 mi per hour |
| Regular 120 V outlet | 2 to 3 mi per hour |
| Empty to full, largest pack (about 100 kWh) | about 9.5 hours at 11.5 kW |
Rates scale Tesla's published Wall Connector table for this model; older cars and cold batteries charge slower. Times are estimates.
Running costs follow the EPA's 33 kWh per 100 miles for the Long Range; see home charging cost per mile for the math at your local rate.
Who the 2023 Tesla Model X suits
A later-2023 car with HW4 makes sense for anyone who wants the current Autopilot hardware without paying 2026 prices. An early-2023 HW3 car is closer to a 2022 and should be priced that way. Either way you get the refreshed cabin, 250 kW Supercharging and 48 A home charging.
See every year side by side on the Tesla Model X by year hub.
2023 Model X questions buyers ask
Does the 2023 Model X have HW4?
Most do. Tesla started fitting Hardware 4, its new Autopilot computer and cameras, to Model S and X in early 2023; one of the first delivered cars was a Model X Plaid built on February 25, 2023. Earlier 2023 builds have HW3. Check under Software, then Additional Vehicle Information, on the touchscreen before you agree a price.
What did a 2023 Tesla Model X cost new?
It depends on when it was ordered. The dual-motor car was $109,990 after the January 13, 2023 cut, $99,990 from March 6, and $79,990 from September 1. The Plaid went from $119,990 to $109,990, then $89,990, before Tesla raised it to $94,990. All figures are before destination and fees.
Was there a 2023 Model X Standard Range?
Briefly. Tesla added a Standard Range Model X on August 15, 2023 at $88,490 with an estimated 269 miles, then removed it about two weeks later when it cut the main price to $79,990. TechCrunch speculated it was the same battery limited in software, but that was never confirmed. Few were sold, so check the range on any car advertised as one.
What recalls affect the 2023 Model X?
NHTSA lists 17 campaigns for the 2023 Model X as of October 2026. Four involve the rearview camera, one covers a forward camera that may be misaligned, and the rest include seat belt anchors, air bags and software fixes. The camera alignment, seat belt and air bag recalls need a service visit, so confirm each by VIN.
Does the 2023 Model X have parking sensors?
Some do. Tesla said in October 2022 that Model S and X would lose their ultrasonic parking sensors in 2023, and they were removed during the year. We could not confirm the exact build date of the change. Look for the small round sensors in the bumpers; cars without them rely on camera-based park assist.
Sources
- NHTSA recalls, 2023 Tesla Model X, api.nhtsa.gov
- NHTSA safety ratings, 2023 Model X, api.nhtsa.gov
- KBB: Tesla cuts prices on Model S and Model X (March 2023), kbb.com
- Electrek: Tesla drops Model S/X prices; first HW4, electrek.co
- TechCrunch: Tesla launches cheaper Model X and S Standard Range, techcrunch.com
- InsideEVs: Tesla cuts S/X prices, removes Standard Range, insideevs.com
- InsideEVs: Tesla increased Model X Plaid price by $5,000, insideevs.com
- InsideEVs: Tesla starts deliveries of Hardware 4 vehicles, insideevs.com
- Not a Tesla App: ultrasonic sensor removal, S/X in 2023, notateslaapp.com
- Tesla Support: Wall Connector, tesla.com
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