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Recalls for 2020 Tesla Model Y

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DEFECT #1 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING


Posted on: 2020-10-03
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020 model y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration.  A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (ota) to vehicles as of september 23, 2020.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-20-00-002.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS


Posted on: 2020-10-03
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020 model y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration.  A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Consequence
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (ota) to vehicles as of september 23, 2020.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-20-00-002.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM


Posted on: 2020-11-18
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020 model y vehicles.  The bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper control arm to detach from the steering knuckle.

Consequence
A detached upper control arm can cause the wheels to lean in or out, decreasing the driver's ability to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge.  The recall began january 15, 2021.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-20-31-012.

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.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #6 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #7 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #8 - SEAT BELTS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #9 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #10 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 model y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.  

Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.  

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.  

DEFECT #11 - SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 model y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.  

Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.  

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.  

DEFECT #12 - SUSPENSION:FRONT


Posted on: 2021-10-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #13 - SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-10-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #14 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT


Posted on: 2022-02-02
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #15 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2022-02-02
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #16 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2022-02-07
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #17 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT


Posted on: 2022-02-07
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #18 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2022-01-28
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #19 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2022-04-13
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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 are expected to be 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.  

DEFECT #20 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT


Posted on: 2022-04-13
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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 are expected to be 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.  

DEFECT #21 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2022-02-03
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #22 - VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:AIR HANDLER/CHAMBER, DUCTS, AND VALVES


Posted on: 2022-02-03
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #23 - SEAT BELTS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #24 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #25 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #26 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #27 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #28 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #29 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 model y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.  

Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.  

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.  

DEFECT #30 - SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 model y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.  

Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.  

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.  

DEFECT #31 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #32 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #33 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #34 - SUSPENSION


Posted on: 2021-11-22
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y vehicles.  The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.  

Consequence
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed january 18, 2022.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is sb-21-31-004.  

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.  

DEFECT #35 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 model y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.  

Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.  

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.  

DEFECT #36 - SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR


Posted on: 2021-05-26
Description
Tesla, inc.  (tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 model y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the left and right second row seat belt retractors may not be properly attached.  

Consequence
Improperly attached fasteners may prevent the seat belt retention system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.  

Corrective Action
Tesla service will inspect and replace 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-21-20-002.  

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.  

DEFECT #37 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS


Posted on: 2022-09-20
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (ota) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed november 18, 2022.  A second notice will be sent one the remedy has been developed.  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.  

DEFECT #38 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS


Posted on: 2022-11-16
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla has released an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be 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.  

DEFECT #39 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS


Posted on: 2022-11-16
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #40 - STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #41 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #42 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS


Posted on: 2022-11-16
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #43 - STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #44 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #45 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS


Posted on: 2022-11-16
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #46 - STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #47 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #48 - STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #49 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #50 - STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #51 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2023-02-16
Description
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.  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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla will release an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed april 15, 2023.  Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  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.  

DEFECT #52 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE


Posted on: 2024-02-28
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #53 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT


Posted on: 2024-02-28
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
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.  

DEFECT #54 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL


Posted on: 2024-01-31
Description
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.  

Corrective Action
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (ota) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed march 30, 2024.  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.