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2023 TESLA Model S LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Recalls

2 recalls Highest severity: Under Review

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES issues.

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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Safety Recalls

Under Review #24V554000 Plain English
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LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
Your car's hood latch is like a safety mechanism that makes sure the hood stays closed. In some 2021-2024 Model 3, S, X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles, this latch can fail to detect when the hood is open.
Risk if Unfixed
If the latch fails, your hood could swing open while driving, blocking your view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an update to your vehicle's software remotely, at no cost to you. This update will fix the issue, and you should contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to confirm the update has been applied.
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Original — What Happened
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →
Under Review #23V862000 Plain English
Component

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
What Happened
The latch system in your Model S or X is a mechanism that keeps your cabin doors securely locked. In some 2021-2023 models, this system might not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your cabin door unlatches during a crash, it could open, which increases the risk of injury to you or your passengers.
Free Fix
Tesla will send an update to your vehicle's software, which will improve the latch system at no cost to you. You should expect to receive a notification about this update, and you can also 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 2021-2023 Model S and X vehicles. The cabin doors can be unlocked during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An unlocked door may unlatch and open during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-009.
View full recall details → Repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Find a dealer →

Other TESLA Model S 2023 Recalls

STEERING
2 recalls
AIR BAGS
2 recalls
SEAT BELTS
2 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2 recalls
BACK OVER PREVENTION
2 recalls
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
1 recall

Other TESLA Model S Years

2025
2 recalls
2024
6 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
2012
8 recalls

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