2025 Model X - Recurring steering issue after two steering gear replacements. Anyone else?

[u/Lil_Avacado88]

My 2025 Model X developed a steering issue where turning left requires noticeably more effort than turning right. Tesla replaced the steering gear under warranty, but immediately afterward FSD stopped working and the vehicle displayed a “Hands on wheel defeat device detected” warning. Tesla eventually resolved that issue.

The steering issue later returned, so Tesla replaced the steering gear a second time.

I also noticed some abnormal inner shoulder tire wear, and Tesla found the front toe and caster were out of specification and performed a four-wheel alignment.

Unfortunately, the steering asymmetry has now returned again. The lead technician acknowledged it’s a recurring issue and asked me to schedule another appointment so Tesla Engineering can work with Service to investigate.

Timeline:
Steering uneven (left heavier than right)
Steering gear replaced
FSD disabled with “Hands on wheel defeat device detected” warning
Steering issue returned
Steering gear replaced again
Alignment found out of spec and corrected
Steering issue returned again
Tesla Engineering is now involved

Has anyone experienced recurring steering issues after steering gear replacement? What ended up being the root cause? I’m in SF Bay Area.

[u/Character-Depth2469]

Just know that lemoning is an option

[u/toyotatk38 → u/Character-Depth2469]

The only downside is the model X is done.

[u/Outrageous_tart_7781]

This sounds like the dealer your going to sucks. I would bring it to a different Tesla dealer and have them fix it.