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2012 TESLA Model S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Moderate

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Safety Recalls

Moderate #24V051000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's instrument panel display is showing incorrect font sizes for important warning lights related to braking.
Risk if Unfixed
This could make it harder to see when your brakes are engaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle through an over-the-air update, and you can also contact them at 1-877-798-3752 for more information, reference number SB-24-00-003.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Moderate #23V838000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE

Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's Autosteer system, which helps with steering while driving, might not be clear enough, which could lead to misuse.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're not paying attention or don't take control of the steering wheel when Autosteer is canceled, you might be more likely to get into an accident.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle, and you'll be notified by mail; you can also call Tesla's customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other TESLA Model S 2012 Recalls

SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
STEERING
1 recall
PARKING BRAKE
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
BACK OVER PREVENTION
1 recall

Other TESLA Model S Years

2025
2 recalls
2024
6 recalls
2023
13 recalls
2022
20 recalls
2021
24 recalls
2020
11 recalls
2019
10 recalls
2018
11 recalls
2017
9 recalls
2016
10 recalls
2015
9 recalls
2014
9 recalls
2013
11 recalls

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