Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
The instrument cluster in your vehicle displays important safety information like your brake and ABS lights. On certain models, these lights might be displayed in a smaller font size than usual.
Risk if Unfixed
If the font size is too small, it could be harder to quickly see if your brakes are functioning properly, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle to correct this issue. You can also contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to initiate the update.
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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.
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