The Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) in your vehicle is designed to help with steering and navigation. In certain cases, the Full Self-Driving Beta software could cause your vehicle to behave unpredictably around intersections and speed limits, potentially putting you and others at risk.
Risk if Unfixed
If the FSD Beta system fails, your vehicle could ignore traffic signals, drive through stop signs, or speed through areas where you're not supposed to. This could lead to a collision, which could put you and others in harm's way.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle to fix the issue, and it's completely free. You don't need to do anything – just wait for the update to arrive and install it when prompted.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
Your vehicle's steering system may lose power assist on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
Risk if Unfixed
This can make steering more difficult, especially at low speeds, and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send you a free software update to fix the issue, and you can contact them at 1-877-798-3752 with any questions.
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Original — What Happened
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.
The seat belt warning system in your vehicle is supposed to alert you and other occupants if someone in the front seat isn't buckled up. In some 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y models, this system might not work properly, even if someone's unbuckled.
Risk if Unfixed
If the warning light and chime don't go off when someone's unbuckled, you might not know you're at risk of injury during a crash, which could lead to serious harm.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an important software update to your vehicle through the air – you won't need to visit a service center. This update is free, and you'll receive a notification letter with instructions on how to confirm the update has been applied.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — 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.
The instrument cluster in your vehicle is like a control center that shows you important safety information on the dashboard. In some Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck models, the font size on the Brake, Park, and ABS warning lights is too small.
Risk if Unfixed
If the font size is too small, you might have trouble reading the warning lights, which could lead to a crash if you don't notice a critical safety issue, like low brake fluid or a parking issue.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle's computer, which will fix the issue at no cost to you. You don't need to do anything, but you can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 if you have any questions.
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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.
The Autosteer feature in your vehicle is a computer system that helps with steering while driving. But in some cases, the system's alerts and controls might not be clear enough, making it hard for you to know when to take control.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're not paying attention and the Autosteer system fails to alert you, you could lose control of your vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle, which will improve the Autosteer system's alerts and controls, free of charge. You should schedule a software update as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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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.
The Full Self-Driving system in your vehicle has a feature that lets it stop at intersections without fully stopping. But in some cases, this could be misinterpreted as 'rolling through' a stop sign.
Risk if Unfixed
If the system fails to stop at a stop sign, you could be involved in a crash with another vehicle or pedestrian.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle that turns off this feature, ensuring you'll always come to a complete stop at intersections. This update is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice from Tesla.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
The front latch on your Model S is like a mechanical catch that keeps the hood closed. In some 2014-2021 models, this latch might not be lined up properly, making it hard for the secondary catch to snap into place.
Risk if Unfixed
If you accidentally let go of the primary latch and the secondary catch doesn't engage, the hood could swing open while you're driving. This would block your view and increase the chance of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will check and reposition the latch assembly if needed, all at no cost to you. When you get the recall notice, schedule a visit with Tesla Service to have it fixed.
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Original — What Happened
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Model S vehicles. The front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned, preventing the secondary hood latch from engaging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "Hood Latch System."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and reposition the latch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-11-003.
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Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
Your vehicle's forward collision avoidance system, which uses a camera to help prevent accidents, may not be working properly due to a software issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If this issue isn't fixed, the car may suddenly stop unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle to fix the problem, and you can also contact them at 1-877-798-3752 or reference recall number SB-21-00-004 to get it done.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
The center display in your Model S or Model X uses a small memory chip to store important settings and information. Over time, this chip can wear out, causing problems with your rearview camera, defrosting/defogging, and turn signals.
Risk if Unfixed
If the memory chip wears out, you could lose the rearview camera display, defrosting/defogging controls, and turn signal lights. This could reduce your visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Tesla dealer will replace the faulty memory chip with a newer, more reliable one — at no cost to you. They'll also ensure your vehicle's software is up to date with the latest version, which will alert you if the memory chip is nearing its limit.
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Original — What Happened
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Tesla Model S and 2016-2018 Model X vehicles with a center display equipped with a NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor and an 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device. When the 8GB eMMC NAND flash memory device for the center display reaches lifetime wear, the eMMC controller will no longer be able to maintain the integrity of the filesystem, causing a failure in some of the center display functions.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The eMMC controller wear-out condition can cause the loss of the rearview camera display, defrost/defog control settings, and exterior turn signal lighting, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Owners should ensure their vehicles are operating firmware release 2020.48.48.12 or newer, which will alert owners if the eMMC is approaching lifetime wear. Tesla will notify owners, and will replace the VCM daughterboard with one containing an enhanced eMMC controller, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-21-001.
