The instrument panel in your vehicle has a display that shows important safety information, like your brake and ABS lights. In some Tesla models, these lights are displayed in a smaller font size than usual.
Risk if Unfixed
If the font size is too small, you might not be able to see the brake and ABS lights clearly, which could lead to a crash because you might not realize you've lost brake function.
Free Fix
Tesla is sending a free software update to your vehicle, which will fix the issue. You can also contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to get more information or schedule 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 assistance. But in some situations, the controls might not be clear or prominent enough, which could lead to misuse.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're not paying attention and relying on Autosteer to steer your vehicle, you could lose control of the car, especially when it disengages unexpectedly. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle, which will improve the Autosteer controls and prevent misuse. You'll get a notification letter, and you can also contact Tesla's customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to schedule the update.
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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 Boombox feature on your Tesla lets you play music through an external speaker while driving. But this can block the sounds that alert pedestrians to your approaching vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the Pedestrian Warning System sounds are muffled, pedestrians may not hear your car coming, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a software update to your car that will turn off the Boombox feature when you're driving, free of charge. You should schedule this update as soon as possible, and you can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 for more information.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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 were 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.
The Boombox function in your vehicle's software lets you play music through an external speaker while driving. However, this can silence the Pedestrian Warning System sounds, which alert pedestrians of an approaching vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the Pedestrian Warning System sounds are blocked, pedestrians may not hear you coming, increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an automatic software update to your vehicle to prevent the Boombox from working while driving. This update will be done remotely through the air, and it's free. You don't need to take your vehicle to the dealer, but you should keep an eye out for the notification letter from Tesla, expected to be mailed on April 5, 2022.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
The heat pump software in your Tesla is responsible for keeping your windshield clear. In some 2020-2022 models, a glitch can cause the heat pump to malfunction and freeze up, making it harder to see through your windshield.
Risk if Unfixed
If the heat pump fails, you might struggle to clear ice and fog from your windshield, reducing your visibility while driving and increasing the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Tesla will send a free software update to your vehicle, which will fix the glitch and restore your defrosting performance. You should schedule the update as soon as possible to stay safe on the road.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, 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 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.
The audible chime in your vehicle is a safety feature that reminds you to buckle up when you start the engine. In some 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y models, this chime might not sound if your seat belt isn't buckled.
Risk if Unfixed
If you're not wearing your seat belt and the chime doesn't sound, you might not realize you're not buckled up. This could increase your risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an update to your vehicle's software, which will fix the issue for free. You should schedule the update when you receive the recall notice, and 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 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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
Your vehicle's Full Self-Driving (Beta) software has a 'rolling stop' feature that lets the car roll through some stop signs without stopping. This is like a special setting that can be activated in certain situations, but it's been found to cause problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the software doesn't make your car stop at a stop sign, you could be at a higher risk of getting into a crash with another vehicle or pedestrian.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an update to your vehicle's computer system that disables the 'rolling stop' feature, and it will be done remotely, so you won't have to bring your car in. This update is free.
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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.