Tesla Model 3 recalls

47 official safety recalls for the Tesla Model 3 from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

United States: nhtsa.gov/recalls
United Kingdom: check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk

Headlight low beams may be too bright
Reported August 4, 2026Model years 2017–2023NHTSA campaign 26V50700020,349 vehicles affected
The low beams may exceed the maximum light output and reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing crash risk. The headlights will be replaced free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
Missing safety features may reduce occupant protection
Reported July 7, 2026Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 26V44500015 vehicles affected
The vehicles may lack knee airbags and other interior safety features and may not meet bumper impact requirements. Occupant protection may be reduced in a crash, increasing injury risk. The vehicles will be repurchased free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers, 208, "Occupant Crash Protection," 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact," and Part 581, "Bumper Standards."
Consequence
A noncompliant vehicle may have reduced occupant protections, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 5, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 or resolutions@tesla.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-004.
Rearview camera image may be delayed
Reported May 4, 2026Model years 2017–2023NHTSA campaign 26V283000218,868 vehicles affected
The rearview camera image may be delayed when shifting into reverse, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. A free over-the-air software update is available.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
Battery contactors may fail
Reported October 10, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V69000012,963 vehicles affected
The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power and increasing crash risk. Tesla Service will replace the contactors free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
Consequence
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-16-005.
Seat back fasteners may be loose
Reported June 18, 2025Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 25V41000048 vehicles affected
Improperly tightened fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may prevent the seat from properly restraining an occupant in a crash, increasing injury risk. Service centres will inspect and tighten or replace the fasteners as necessary, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
Consequence
The seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service Centers will inspect and tighten or replace the seat assembly fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 16, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-13-003.
Rearview camera display may be lost
Reported March 28, 2025Model years 2024DVSA recall R/2025/04910,629 vehicles affected
A short in the car computer board during power-up may cause the rearview camera to stop working. An over-the-air software update will be applied, or the car computer will be replaced if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Loss of Rearview Camera Display Recall
Defect
On a small percentage of affected vehicles upon vehicle power up the car computer board may experience a short resulting in the loss of rear view camera functionality .
Remedy
Over the air software update or Car Computer replacement if necessary.
Steering assistance may be lost after stopping
Reported March 14, 2025Model years 2022–2023DVSA recall R/2025/10497,462 vehicles affected
An overvoltage may overstress steering rack motor components. Steering assistance remains while driving, but may be lost at a standstill and remain unavailable when driving again; a visual alert may appear. Manual steering remains available. Modified software will be installed by wireless update.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Update Vehicle Software To Rectify EPAS Functionality
Defect
On affected vehicles operating with a software release prior to 2023.38.4 an overvoltage breakdown in the steering rack may overstress motor drive components on the printed circuit board. If the overstress condition occurs while the vehicle is driving steering assistance will not be affected and a visual alert will illuminate. Once the vehicle speed comes to a standstill a loss of steering assistance may occur and loss of steering assistance will persist when the vehicle is driven again. Manual steering without steering assistance remains available to the driver.
Remedy
Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
Power steering assist may be lost
Reported February 14, 2025Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 25V092000376,241 vehicles affected
The steering assist circuit board may become overstressed, causing loss of power steering assist after stopping and accelerating again. Greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, can increase crash risk. A software update is available over the air, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and then accelerates again.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Computer circuit board may fail, disabling rearview camera
Reported January 6, 2025Model years 2024–2025NHTSA campaign 25V002000239,382 vehicles affected
A computer circuit board may short and cause the rearview camera image to disappear, reducing the driver's rear view and increasing the risk of a crash. A free over-the-air software update is available; computers with a failure or stress that could lead to failure will be replaced, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Tyre pressure warning may not persist
Reported December 31, 2024Model years 2019–2024DVSA recall R/2025/00262,893 vehicles affected
After a TPMS malfunction, the warning may disappear when the vehicle is switched off, leaving the driver unaware of under-inflated tyres and increasing collision risk. Modified software will be installed by over-the-air update.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
Update vehicle software to correct TPMS behaviour
Defect
On affected vehicles upon detection of a malfunction with the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) the TPMS tell tale does not persist between drive cycles where the vehicle is off or asleep between the drive cycles. Therefore the driver may not be adequately warned of potential under-inflation of the tyres increasing the risk of a collision.
Remedy
Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
Tire pressure warning light may not stay on
Reported December 17, 2024Model years 2017–2025NHTSA campaign 24V935000696,281 vehicles affected
The tire pressure warning light may turn off between drives and fail to alert the driver to low tire pressure. Driving on improperly inflated tires increases crash risk. A software update is available over the air free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Hood latch may not detect an unlatched hood
Reported July 24, 2024Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 24V5540001,849,638 vehicles affected
The hood latch system may fail to detect that the hood is unlatched after it has been opened. The hood could open while driving, block the driver's view and increase crash risk. A software update is available over the air free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Consequence
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Seat belt warning may fail to alert an unbelted driver
Reported May 28, 2024Model years 2017–2023NHTSA campaign 24V376000125,233 vehicles affected
The seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended when the driver is unbelted, increasing injury risk in a crash. The manufacturer will release an over-the-air software update.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Driver seat side air bag may deploy improperly
Reported April 19, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V2840001 vehicle affected
The driver seat side air bag was assembled without a gas flow deflector and may deploy improperly, increasing injury risk in a crash. Tesla service replaced the side air bag free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:THORAX
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling one 2024 Model 3 vehicle. The driver seat side air bag module was assembled without a deflector that directs gas flow during deployment.
Consequence
Without a deflector, the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla service replaced the side air bag, free of charge. The affected vehicle was repaired April 12, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Pedestrian warning sounds may be muted
Reported February 27, 2024Model years 2018–2022NHTSA campaign 24V1530006,557 vehicles affected
A factory reset may mute the pedestrian warning sounds, making an approaching vehicle harder for pedestrians to hear and increasing crash risk. A software update is available free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Brake warning lights may be too small
Reported January 30, 2024Model years 2017–2023NHTSA campaign 24V0510002,193,869 vehicles affected
The instrument panel may display the Brake, Park and ABS warning lights in a font that is too small, making critical safety information difficult to read and increasing crash risk. An over-the-air software update is available free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Consequence
Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Driver assistance controls may not prevent misuse
Reported December 12, 2023Model years 2017–2023NHTSA campaign 23V8380002,031,220 vehicles affected
When Autosteer is engaged, its controls may not be prominent or comprehensive enough to prevent misuse. A driver who is unprepared to take over or does not realise the feature has disengaged may be at increased risk of a crash. Tesla will provide a software update over the air free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.
Consequence
In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Battery disconnect may not isolate high voltage
Reported June 19, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V43400026 vehicles affected
A defective pyrotechnic battery disconnect may fail to isolate the high voltage battery after a crash or fault, increasing the risk of electric shock and injury. Tesla Service will replace the disconnect free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.
Consequence
A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will replace the pyrotechnic battery disconnect, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-16-005.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front suspension fasteners may loosen
Reported March 31, 2023Model years 2018–2019NHTSA campaign 23V235000422 vehicles affected
Front suspension fasteners may loosen, allowing a link to separate from the sub-frame. This can shift wheel alignment and cause instability, increasing crash risk. Service will tighten or replace the fasteners as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Consequence
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Driver assistance software may act unsafely at intersections
Reported February 15, 2023Model years 2017–2023NHTSA campaign 23V085000362,758 vehicles affected
The software may allow the vehicle to travel straight from a turn-only lane, enter a stop sign-controlled intersection without stopping, or proceed at a steady yellow signal without due caution. It may also respond inadequately to speed limits or the driver's speed setting. These behaviours increase crash risk. Tesla will provide a software update free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.Â The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.
Consequence
FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.Â Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.Â Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.Â Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate
Reported November 15, 2022Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 22V844000321,628 vehicles affected
One or both taillights may stop working intermittently, reducing the vehicle’s visibility and increasing crash risk. A free over-the-air software update is available.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
Consequence
A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear seat belt anchors may be incorrectly assembled
Reported October 21, 2022Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 22V79800024,064 vehicles affected
The second-row left seat belt buckle and centre seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during service, which can impair seat belt performance in a crash. Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the anchors as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.
Consequence
An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Power window may exert excessive force
Reported September 19, 2022Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 22V7020001,096,762 vehicles affected
The automatic window reversal system may not respond correctly to an obstruction. A closing window may pinch an occupant with excessive force before retracting, increasing injury risk. Tesla will update the software over the air free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."
Consequence
A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Camera views may be swapped
Reported May 9, 2022Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 22V3170007 vehicles affected
Incorrectly installed camera cable terminals may swap camera views, preventing detection of crossing objects and curved lane lines and impairing driver assistance and automatic emergency braking. Service will correct the terminals and recalibrate the cameras free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model 3 and 2021 Model Y vehicles. The fisheye and narrow camera cable terminals were incorrectly installed in the cable harness connector, resulting in swapped camera views.
Consequence
Swapped camera views can prevent the vehicle's cameras from detecting crossing objects and high-curvature lane lines, impairing the Autosteer and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) performance, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will correct the swapped terminals and recalibrate the cameras, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-17-007.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Infotainment computer may overheat
Reported May 3, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V296000129,960 vehicles affected
The infotainment computer may overheat during fast charging and lag or restart, preventing the centre screen from showing the rearview camera image, gear selection, visibility controls, or warning lights. A free over-the-air software update will improve temperature management.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:VIDEO (TOUCH)SCREEN/MONITOR/UNIT
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.
Consequence
A lagging or restarting CPU may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control settings, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will improve CPU temperature management, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-009.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Speed display may omit the unit
Reported April 20, 2022Model years 2018–2022DVSA recall R/2022/12010,927 vehicles affected
In certain conditions, the display may show vehicle speed without indicating mph or km/h. An over-the-air firmware update will restore the speed unit display in Track Mode.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
IN CERTAIN CONDITIONS THE USER INTERFACE (UI ) ON AFFECTED VEHICLES DISPLAYS VEHICLE SPEED BUT NOT A UNIT OF SPEED(I.E MPH OR KM/H)
Defect
In certain conditions the user interface (ï¿½UIï¿½) on affected vehicles displays vehicle speed but not a unit of speed (i.e. mph or km/h).
Remedy
Tesla will deploy an over the air firmware update that will reintroduce the display of the speed unit when using Track Mode.
Audio system may become unavailable
Reported April 19, 2022Model years 2018–2021DVSA recall R/2022/13118,942 vehicles affected
Loss of low-voltage system support may disable the audio system, including eCall audio. Firmware release 2022.12.3 or later reverses the power management change and maintains eCall audio functionality.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
A LOSS OF LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEM SUPPORT MAY CAUSE THE AUDIO SUBSYSTEM TO BE UNAVAILABLE
Defect
On certain vehicles that are running firmware release 2022.8 and that experience a loss of low voltage system support the audio subsystem may become unavailable including the use of eCall functionality.
Remedy
Firmware release 2022.12.3 or later reverses the power management process introduced in firmware release 2022.8 and maintains eCall audio functionality.
Speed unit may not display in Track Mode
Reported April 18, 2022Model years 2018–2022NHTSA campaign 22V26300048,184 vehicles affected
The speedometer may not show whether speed is in mph or km/h while in Track Mode, so the driver may not know how fast the vehicle is travelling, increasing crash risk. An over-the-air software update will be performed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles. The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Consequence
The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Boombox sounds may obscure pedestrian warnings
Reported April 12, 2022Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 22V235000594,894 vehicles affected
The Boombox function may play sounds outside the vehicle while it is moving and obscure pedestrian warning sounds. Pedestrians may not hear an approaching vehicle, increasing crash risk. An over-the-air software update will disable Boombox in Drive, Neutral and Reverse, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063. Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rearview camera image may be delayed
Reported March 18, 2022Model years 2017–2020NHTSA campaign 22V169000947 vehicles affected
The rearview camera image may not appear promptly when reversing, reducing the driver's view behind the vehicle and increasing crash risk. An over-the-air software update will fix the issue, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases. The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence
A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rear-view camera harness may fail
Reported February 18, 2022Model years 2017–2020DVSA recall R/2022/00826,618 vehicles affected
The rear-view camera harness may fail, leaving no image on the centre display. A harness guide protector will be fitted and, if necessary, the harness replaced.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE REAR-VIEW CAMERA HARNESS MAY FAIL CAUSING NO IMAGE IN THE CENTRE DISPLAY
Defect
The rear-view camera harness may fail causing no image in the centre display.
Remedy
Fit a harness guide protector and if necessary install a new harness.
External sounds may obscure pedestrian warning
Reported February 4, 2022Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 22V063000578,607 vehicles affected
The Boombox function may play sounds that obscure the pedestrian warning system while the vehicle is moving, making it harder for pedestrians to hear an approaching vehicle. Tesla will disable Boombox in Drive, Neutral and Reverse with a free over-the-air software update.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235. Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Heat pump software may reduce defrosting
Reported February 2, 2022Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 22V05000026,681 vehicles affected
A software error may cause a heat pump valve to open unexpectedly and trap refrigerant in the evaporator, reducing defrosting performance and visibility. Tesla will provide a free over-the-air software update.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Consequence
Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Seat belt warning chime may not sound
Reported February 1, 2022Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 22V045000817,143 vehicles affected
The warning chime may not sound when the vehicle starts and the driver's seat belt is unfastened, so the driver may not realise the belt is not fastened. Tesla will provide a free over-the-air software update.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Rolling stop feature may skip stop signs
Reported January 27, 2022Model years 2017–2022NHTSA campaign 22V03700053,822 vehicles affected
The rolling stop function may let the vehicle pass through an all-way stop without stopping, increasing crash risk. Tesla will disable the function with a free over-the-air software update.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.
Consequence
Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Curtain airbags may not deploy correctly
Reported December 24, 2021Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2022/0071 vehicle affected
The curtain airbags may not be aligned or oriented correctly and could fail to deploy properly. Their alignment and orientation will be inspected and corrected if necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE CURTAIN SIDE AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY
Defect
The curtain side airbags may not deploy correctly.
Remedy
Inspect for proper alignment and orientation of the left- and right-curtain side airbag. Re-align as necessary.
Front suspension lateral link bolts may be under-torqued
Reported December 24, 2021Model years 2019–2021DVSA recall R/2022/006254 vehicles affected
The front suspension lateral link bolts may be under-torqued. Both links' sub-frame connections will be inspected; damaged related parts will be replaced and the bolts correctly tightened.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE FRONT SUSPENSION LATERAL LINK MAY BE INSUFFICIENTLY TORQUED
Defect
The front suspension lateral link may be insufficiently torqued.
Remedy
Inspect the connection of both front suspension lateral links to the sub-frame. Replace any related damaged components and ensure correct torque of fastening bolts.
Trunk movement may damage rearview camera cable
Reported December 21, 2021Model years 2017–2020NHTSA campaign 21V00D000356,309 vehicles affected
Opening and closing the trunk may damage the rearview camera cable, preventing the image from displaying and reducing the driver's rear view. Service technicians will inspect and, as needed, install a guide protector and new cable harness free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles. The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Consequence
A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Software error may activate automatic emergency braking
Reported October 29, 2021Model years 2017–2021NHTSA campaign 21V84600011,728 vehicles affected
A communication error may cause false forward-collision warnings or unexpected automatic emergency braking. Sudden stopping may increase crash risk. Tesla Service has released an over-the-air software update, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Consequence
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front suspension fasteners may loosen
Reported October 25, 2021Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 21V8350002,791 vehicles affected
Loose fasteners may let a front suspension lateral link separate from the sub-frame, shifting wheel alignment and causing instability that increases crash risk. Tesla Service will tighten or replace the fasteners as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Consequence
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Side curtain air bag may be twisted
Reported October 25, 2021Model years 2020–2023NHTSA campaign 21V8340003 vehicles affected
A twisted side curtain air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection in a crash. Tesla Service will inspect and realign the air bags as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles. The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."
Consequence
A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-006.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front seat belt top loop may not be secured
Reported May 26, 2021Model years 2018–2020DVSA recall R/2021/199599 vehicles affected
The front seat belt top loop may not be secured correctly. It will be checked and secured as necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELT D RING
Defect
Front Seat belt top loop may not be secured correctly.
Remedy
Check and secure the top loop as necessary.
Brake caliper bolts may not be secured correctly
Reported May 26, 2021Model years 2018–2021DVSA recall R/2021/197565 vehicles affected
The brake caliper bolts may not be secured to the correct specification. They will be checked and secured to specification.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE BRAKE CALLIPER BOLTS MAY NOT BE SECURED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION
Defect
The brake calliper bolts may not be secured to the correct specification.
Remedy
Check and secure the brake calliper bolts to correct specification.
Front seat belt fasteners may be loose
Reported May 25, 2021Model years 2018–2020NHTSA campaign 21V3890005,530 vehicles affected
Fasteners securing a front shoulder belt to the B-pillar may not be properly attached, preventing the seat belt system from working as designed and increasing injury risk. Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles. One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.
Consequence
An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Brake caliper bolts may loosen
Reported May 25, 2021Model years 2019–2021NHTSA campaign 21V3870005,974 vehicles affected
Loose brake caliper bolts may let the caliper separate and contact the wheel rim, causing loss of tyre pressure and increasing crash risk. Tesla Service will inspect and tighten or replace the bolts as needed, free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
Consequence
Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Upper steering column bolt may be missing
Reported May 7, 2020Model years 2020DVSA recall R/2020/1305 vehicles affected
The upper steering column bolt may not have been fitted. Its fitment will be inspected and the bolt replaced where necessary.
Official DVSA recall text
Component
THE UPPER STEERING COLUMN BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN FITTED
Defect
The upper steering column bolt may not have been fitted.
Remedy
Inspect the upper steering column bolt fitment and replace where necessary.
Driver sun visor may lack airbag warning
Reported October 10, 2019Model years 2019NHTSA campaign 19V71900089 vehicles affected
The driver's sun visor may lack required airbag warning information, increasing injury risk. Tesla Service Centers will inspect the visor and replace it if necessary free of charge.
Official NHTSA recall text
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect
Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The driver-side sun visor may not have the required air bag warning information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
Failure to provide the air bag warning information increases the risk of injury.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will inspect the visor and replace it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 6, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-19-15-003.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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Headlight low beams may be too bright

Missing safety features may reduce occupant protection

Rearview camera image may be delayed

Battery contactors may fail

Seat back fasteners may be loose

Rearview camera display may be lost

Steering assistance may be lost after stopping

Power steering assist may be lost

Computer circuit board may fail, disabling rearview camera

Tyre pressure warning may not persist

Tire pressure warning light may not stay on

Hood latch may not detect an unlatched hood

Seat belt warning may fail to alert an unbelted driver

Driver seat side air bag may deploy improperly

Pedestrian warning sounds may be muted

Brake warning lights may be too small

Driver assistance controls may not prevent misuse

Battery disconnect may not isolate high voltage

Front suspension fasteners may loosen

Driver assistance software may act unsafely at intersections

Taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate

Rear seat belt anchors may be incorrectly assembled

Power window may exert excessive force

Camera views may be swapped

Infotainment computer may overheat

Speed display may omit the unit

Audio system may become unavailable

Speed unit may not display in Track Mode

Boombox sounds may obscure pedestrian warnings

Rearview camera image may be delayed

Rear-view camera harness may fail

External sounds may obscure pedestrian warning

Heat pump software may reduce defrosting

Seat belt warning chime may not sound

Rolling stop feature may skip stop signs

Curtain airbags may not deploy correctly

Front suspension lateral link bolts may be under-torqued

Trunk movement may damage rearview camera cable

Software error may activate automatic emergency braking

Front suspension fasteners may loosen

Side curtain air bag may be twisted

Front seat belt top loop may not be secured

Brake caliper bolts may not be secured correctly

Front seat belt fasteners may be loose

Brake caliper bolts may loosen

Upper steering column bolt may be missing

Driver sun visor may lack airbag warning