AI Damage2022 Tesla Semi: common problems
The maker issued 18 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 18
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Backover prevention. Rear camera and parking sensors after a rear impact.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Service brakes. Pedal feel, ABS operation, leaks, discs and hoses.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- On some Semi, the steering gear to reservoir return hose clamp may have loosened over time which may cause…
On some Semi, the steering gear to reservoir return hose clamp may have loosened over time which may cause steering fluid leakage from the reservoir. Inspect the vehicle for symptoms related to the condition. If…
- Some Semi trucks are equipped with a windshield washer nozzle that may not meet Tesla specifications
While adequate in suppling washer fluid to the windshield, affected washer nozzles may restrict washer fluid output and increase the amount of wiper cycles needed to remove debris and contaminates.
- On certain Semi, when the LH cabin door is repeatedly closed with a high amount of force, the fire…
On certain Semi, when the LH cabin door is repeatedly closed with a high amount of force, the fire extinguisher bracket might loosen over time.
- On certain Semi, the Torque Drive Axle (TDA) and Efficiency Drive Axle (EDA) maincase input bearings may…
On certain Semi, the Torque Drive Axle (TDA) and Efficiency Drive Axle (EDA) maincase input bearings may not be properly lubricated due to insufficient gearbox fluid circulation which may cause bearing failure and…
- Brakes
- On some Semi vehicles, the Efficiency Drive Axle (EDA) and Torque Drive Axle (TDA) air spring to trailing…
On some Semi vehicles, the Efficiency Drive Axle (EDA) and Torque Drive Axle (TDA) air spring to trailing arm interfaces may have gaps. The gaps may cause uneven loading of the air spring, and may reduce spring service…
- On some Semi, the radiator outlet hose may rub against the cooling fan module (CFM), which may damage the hose
- On certain Semi, the LH and RH trailing arm fasteners on the Torque Drive Axle (TDA) and Efficiency Drive…
On certain Semi, the LH and RH trailing arm fasteners on the Torque Drive Axle (TDA) and Efficiency Drive Axle (EDA) may have loosened over time.
- Certain Semi trucks are equipped with steering wheels that do not meet Tesla quality standards
There is no impact to the performance of the steering system or the electrical components of the equipped steering wheel.
- On some Semi, the car computer may be incompatible with newer vehicle software packages
NHTSA lists 18 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Tesla Semi?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 18 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Tesla Semi?
NHTSA lists 18 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Tesla Semi from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.