Your vehicle's automated steering system is like a smart co-pilot that helps with navigation. The Full Self-Driving Beta software in your car might not always follow traffic rules, like stopping at stop signs or red lights, and could even drive into intersections when it shouldn't.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you could be involved in a crash because the vehicle is not following traffic laws and signs. This could put you, your passengers, and other drivers at risk.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle, which will improve its navigation and help it follow traffic rules. This update will be installed remotely, and you should schedule a visit with your Tesla service team as soon as you get the recall notice.
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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.
The electric power assist steering system in your Model S or Model X helps make steering easier when driving. It's a computer-controlled system that makes it simpler to turn the wheels.
Risk if Unfixed
If the system fails, you may need to use more force to steer, especially at slow speeds. This could make it harder to control your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash, especially in tight spaces or on uneven roads.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle, which will recalibrate the steering system. This update is free, and you don't need to visit a dealership – it'll happen remotely. You should check your email for the update and follow the instructions.
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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 designed to alert you and others in the car if someone's not buckled up. However, in some 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles, this system might not work as it should. This is a safety standard that your car is supposed to meet.
Risk if Unfixed
If the seat belt warning system fails, you or someone with you might not get a clear alert to buckle up. In a crash, this could increase the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an update to your car's software to fix this issue, and it's free. You should wait for the notification and follow the instructions to complete the update.
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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.
Your vehicle's instrument panel is a crucial display that shows important safety alerts, like the brake warning lights. In some 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles, the font size for these lights is incorrect, making it harder to read.
Risk if Unfixed
If the font size is too small, you might miss critical safety information on your dashboard, which could lead to a crash due to reduced visibility of important warnings.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a software update to your vehicle via the internet, and it's completely free. You can also contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to check on the status of 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.
The Autosteer system in your vehicle is a feature that helps with steering on the highway. In certain models, the display and controls might not give you clear instructions on when it's engaged or not.
Risk if Unfixed
If you rely too heavily on Autosteer and don't stay in control of your vehicle, you could be at a higher risk of a crash, especially if you're not prepared to take over when the system isn't working.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update directly to your vehicle, which will improve the Autosteer system's display and controls to prevent misuse. This update will be done remotely, and you should receive a notification letter soon. If you have any questions, you can contact Tesla 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.
The Full Self-Driving software in your vehicle allows it to stop at intersections like a regular driver. However, some versions of this system could let your car roll through an all-way stop without stopping first.
Risk if Unfixed
If your car rolls through a stop sign, you could collide with other vehicles or pedestrians, which could cause serious damage and injuries.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle that disables the 'rolling stop' feature, and you won't need to pay a thing.
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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 Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) in your vehicle makes a sound to alert pedestrians of an approaching Tesla. However, in certain models, this system may not make any sound due to a factory reset issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the PWS sounds are muted, pedestrians may not hear your approaching vehicle, which could lead to a collision and put them at risk of injury.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle, which will restore the PWS sounds. This update is free, and it will be installed remotely by Tesla. You don't need to take any action, but you should make sure your vehicle is connected to the internet and has the latest software.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
The rearview camera in your vehicle is designed to show you what's behind your car when you're reversing. However, in certain 2017-2020 Model 3, 2018-2019 Model S, and 2018-2019 Model X vehicles, the image may not appear right away.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview image is delayed, you might not see what's behind your car, increasing the risk of a crash while reversing.
Free Fix
Tesla will update the software in your vehicle with a free, over-the-air update. You should schedule this update as soon as you receive the recall notice to ensure you have the latest safety features.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
The front trunk latch on your Model S is a critical safety mechanism that keeps your hood closed. In some 2014-2021 models, the latch might not be aligned properly, which can prevent the secondary latch from engaging.
Risk if Unfixed
If you accidentally release the primary latch and the secondary latch doesn't catch, the hood could swing open while you're driving. This could block your view and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will inspect and adjust the latch assembly to ensure it's working correctly, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get your recall notice.
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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.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
The camera system in your vehicle is used to detect potential hazards on the road and alert you to potential dangers. In some 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles, a software glitch could cause this system to send false warnings or activate the emergency brake unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the emergency brake activates unexpectedly, your car could stop suddenly, which could increase the risk of a crash. This is a serious safety issue that requires immediate attention.
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 visit a dealership or pay anything – just wait for the update to arrive.
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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.
