Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
17 RecallsThese are official manufacturer recalls ordered by NHTSA for safety defects. If you own this vehicle, contact your dealer immediately for free repairs.
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-008
Recall Date: May 28, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-24-00-003
Recall Date: Jan 30, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-00-008
Recall Date: Dec 12, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-23-00-001
Recall Date: Feb 15, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-014
Recall Date: Nov 1, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-22-00-001
Recall Date: Jan 27, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-00-004
Recall Date: Oct 29, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-21-21-001
Recall Date: Jan 29, 2021
Tesla Motors, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Model X vehicles. The left-side, second row, reclining seat backs may not fully latch due to having incorrectly adjusted recliner mechanism cables. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-17-13-004
Recall Date: Oct 12, 2017
Tesla Motors, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: SB-17-33-002
Recall Date: Apr 19, 2017
Consumer Complaints
396 ComplaintsTesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
AIR BAGS
Potential Consequences:
The contact owned a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact's husband stated while driving 70 mph, a strange noise was heard coming from the rear driver side of the vehicle which resulted in the contact's husband losing control of the vehicle and collided with the median which brought the vehicle to a stop. None of the air bags deployed but no one was inquired and a police report was taken. The vehicle was towed to a junkyard where it was determined to be destroyed. The contact stated no warning lights was illuminated. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Corrective Action:
The contact owned a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact's husband stated while driving 70 mph, a strange noise was heard coming from the rear driver side of the vehicle which resulted in the contact's husband losing control of the vehicle and collided with the median which brought the vehicle to a stop. None of the air bags deployed but no one was inquired and a police report was taken. The vehicle was towed to a junkyard where it was determined to be destroyed. The contact stated no warning lights was illuminated. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Additional Notes:
The contact owned a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact's husband stated while driving 70 mph, a strange noise was heard coming from the rear driver side of the vehicle which resulted in the contact's husband losing control of the vehicle and collided with the median which brought the vehicle to a stop. None of the air bags deployed but no one was inquired and a police report was taken. The vehicle was towed to a junkyard where it was determined to be destroyed. The contact stated no warning lights was illuminated. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Mfg Campaign: 11427586
Recall Date: Aug 3, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SUSPENSION
Potential Consequences:
The rear camber arms of both Tesla Model S and X suspension have fixed camber angle that only grows wider as the time passes, that would cause the inner side of tires to wear out more rapidly than the mid or outer tire sides. Tesla doesn’t offer a camber arm that is adjustable in order to fix this alignment issue. Due to this the tires blow out prematurely and can potentially cause severe accidents. Tesla doesn’t acknowledge this as a design defect to replace this as safety problem, hence I am reporting it here to investigate the matter.
Corrective Action:
The rear camber arms of both Tesla Model S and X suspension have fixed camber angle that only grows wider as the time passes, that would cause the inner side of tires to wear out more rapidly than the mid or outer tire sides. Tesla doesn’t offer a camber arm that is adjustable in order to fix this alignment issue. Due to this the tires blow out prematurely and can potentially cause severe accidents. Tesla doesn’t acknowledge this as a design defect to replace this as safety problem, hence I am reporting it here to investigate the matter.
Additional Notes:
The rear camber arms of both Tesla Model S and X suspension have fixed camber angle that only grows wider as the time passes, that would cause the inner side of tires to wear out more rapidly than the mid or outer tire sides. Tesla doesn’t offer a camber arm that is adjustable in order to fix this alignment issue. Due to this the tires blow out prematurely and can potentially cause severe accidents. Tesla doesn’t acknowledge this as a design defect to replace this as safety problem, hence I am reporting it here to investigate the matter.
Mfg Campaign: 11426683
Recall Date: Jul 27, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
The MCU screen (large touch screen in the center of dashboard) has been malfunctioning. This started a few months ago when screen seemed to "crash" -- as I'm driving, the screen will turn black and take a long time to come back. On other occasions the map won't load and I receive a notice for "network error" (and have 5g service and not a satellite problem.) This would happen on and off for the past few months. I reported it back in March and was told they would order parts and get back to me and haven't. Then the 12 volt battery died and they replaced it but the MCU problems didn't go away. The last time I drove it, the screen froze up, then turned black and didn't come back on. The collision warning, lane assistance, and adaptive cruise control and steering all stopped working. I COULD engage the auto pilot and cruise control (the notification showed on the small dash board on top of the steering wheel, that they were both engaged) however, they didn't work. I set the car to 65 on the highway and the cruise control wouldn't go over 50. Also, on the back roads, the car drove straight through stop signs without stopping.
Corrective Action:
The MCU screen (large touch screen in the center of dashboard) has been malfunctioning. This started a few months ago when screen seemed to "crash" -- as I'm driving, the screen will turn black and take a long time to come back. On other occasions the map won't load and I receive a notice for "network error" (and have 5g service and not a satellite problem.) This would happen on and off for the past few months. I reported it back in March and was told they would order parts and get back to me and haven't. Then the 12 volt battery died and they replaced it but the MCU problems didn't go away. The last time I drove it, the screen froze up, then turned black and didn't come back on. The collision warning, lane assistance, and adaptive cruise control and steering all stopped working. I COULD engage the auto pilot and cruise control (the notification showed on the small dash board on top of the steering wheel, that they were both engaged) however, they didn't work. I set the car to 65 on the highway and the cruise control wouldn't go over 50. Also, on the back roads, the car drove straight through stop signs without stopping.
Additional Notes:
The MCU screen (large touch screen in the center of dashboard) has been malfunctioning. This started a few months ago when screen seemed to "crash" -- as I'm driving, the screen will turn black and take a long time to come back. On other occasions the map won't load and I receive a notice for "network error" (and have 5g service and not a satellite problem.) This would happen on and off for the past few months. I reported it back in March and was told they would order parts and get back to me and haven't. Then the 12 volt battery died and they replaced it but the MCU problems didn't go away. The last time I drove it, the screen froze up, then turned black and didn't come back on. The collision warning, lane assistance, and adaptive cruise control and steering all stopped working. I COULD engage the auto pilot and cruise control (the notification showed on the small dash board on top of the steering wheel, that they were both engaged) however, they didn't work. I set the car to 65 on the highway and the cruise control wouldn't go over 50. Also, on the back roads, the car drove straight through stop signs without stopping.
Mfg Campaign: 11424425
Recall Date: Jul 12, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SUSPENSION
Potential Consequences:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Corrective Action:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Additional Notes:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Mfg Campaign: 11424045
Recall Date: Jul 9, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STEERING
Potential Consequences:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Corrective Action:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Additional Notes:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Mfg Campaign: 11424045
Recall Date: Jul 9, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
WHEELS
Potential Consequences:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Corrective Action:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Additional Notes:
The specific issue happen while I was I was pulling out of my driveway. The front passenger side suddenly started squeaking. After getting on the highway and accelerating, the car started shaking, and making louder and louder noises. Inspecting the assembly next to the front passenger side tire, I saw that the control arm assembly was making metal on metal contact and the wheel was not horizontally in place (it wiggles on steering). I took the car to the service center. They confirmed that the control arm assembly is corroded and that the issue could cause an accident if it happens while driving as I could lose steering control.
Mfg Campaign: 11424045
Recall Date: Jul 9, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STRUCTURE:BODY
Potential Consequences:
Front passenger door mechanism doesn’t function properly . Door only opens when pulling on interior door handle. Service department stated it’s a common problem with the door actuators failing and it needs to be replaced.
Corrective Action:
Front passenger door mechanism doesn’t function properly . Door only opens when pulling on interior door handle. Service department stated it’s a common problem with the door actuators failing and it needs to be replaced.
Additional Notes:
Front passenger door mechanism doesn’t function properly . Door only opens when pulling on interior door handle. Service department stated it’s a common problem with the door actuators failing and it needs to be replaced.
Mfg Campaign: 11421938
Recall Date: Jun 23, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VISIBILITY
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Mfg Campaign: 11421063
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Mfg Campaign: 11421063
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated the MCU home screen intermittently failed to operate while driving at various speeds. The contact then received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V035000 (Back Over Prevention, Visibility, Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. Parts distribution disconnect.
Mfg Campaign: 11421063
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Corrective Action:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Additional Notes:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Mfg Campaign: 11420082
Recall Date: Jun 8, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Corrective Action:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Additional Notes:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Mfg Campaign: 11420082
Recall Date: Jun 8, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Corrective Action:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Additional Notes:
Repeated violations of autopilot safety systems has forced Tesla to activate in cabin cameras to be used as an additional safety device for driver monitoring. Not all vehicles have in cabin cameras and should be installed for increased safety concerns
Mfg Campaign: 11420082
Recall Date: Jun 8, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
There was a recall for Tesla Model S and X with MCU1 to have the eMMC card upgrade necessary to keep the unit running or for those that had to upgrade the eMMC or the MCU1 replaced with with an MCU2 before the recall would be reimbursed. I was contacted by Tesla about the reimbursement and I completed the necessary forms. I was later contacted by Tesla and informed I didn’t meet the criteria. I asked for reasons why and they told me to contact my service center. As I have been to the service center 25 times I understand that they will just look at the invoice. So I did this on my own and see that when I had to replace my MCU1 with an MCU2, they listed it as an upgrade. At the time, I didn’t think much of it being listed as an upgrade, but it was the only option communicated to me by Tesla at that time. I had no choice in order to make my Model X safe to drive. Upgrading the eMMC was not an option presented to me. I am requesting that Tesla reconsider my request for reimbursement as I feel I meet the requirements of the recall. Additionally, when I needed to install the MCU2 to make my car safe to drive, the FM/XM radio feature that I paid for when I purchased the car was removed. Six months later the option to add the radio back at my expense was another $500. I am seeking reimbursement from Tesla for the cost of the MCU and radio for a total cost of $3000 plus tax.
Corrective Action:
There was a recall for Tesla Model S and X with MCU1 to have the eMMC card upgrade necessary to keep the unit running or for those that had to upgrade the eMMC or the MCU1 replaced with with an MCU2 before the recall would be reimbursed. I was contacted by Tesla about the reimbursement and I completed the necessary forms. I was later contacted by Tesla and informed I didn’t meet the criteria. I asked for reasons why and they told me to contact my service center. As I have been to the service center 25 times I understand that they will just look at the invoice. So I did this on my own and see that when I had to replace my MCU1 with an MCU2, they listed it as an upgrade. At the time, I didn’t think much of it being listed as an upgrade, but it was the only option communicated to me by Tesla at that time. I had no choice in order to make my Model X safe to drive. Upgrading the eMMC was not an option presented to me. I am requesting that Tesla reconsider my request for reimbursement as I feel I meet the requirements of the recall. Additionally, when I needed to install the MCU2 to make my car safe to drive, the FM/XM radio feature that I paid for when I purchased the car was removed. Six months later the option to add the radio back at my expense was another $500. I am seeking reimbursement from Tesla for the cost of the MCU and radio for a total cost of $3000 plus tax.
Additional Notes:
There was a recall for Tesla Model S and X with MCU1 to have the eMMC card upgrade necessary to keep the unit running or for those that had to upgrade the eMMC or the MCU1 replaced with with an MCU2 before the recall would be reimbursed. I was contacted by Tesla about the reimbursement and I completed the necessary forms. I was later contacted by Tesla and informed I didn’t meet the criteria. I asked for reasons why and they told me to contact my service center. As I have been to the service center 25 times I understand that they will just look at the invoice. So I did this on my own and see that when I had to replace my MCU1 with an MCU2, they listed it as an upgrade. At the time, I didn’t think much of it being listed as an upgrade, but it was the only option communicated to me by Tesla at that time. I had no choice in order to make my Model X safe to drive. Upgrading the eMMC was not an option presented to me. I am requesting that Tesla reconsider my request for reimbursement as I feel I meet the requirements of the recall. Additionally, when I needed to install the MCU2 to make my car safe to drive, the FM/XM radio feature that I paid for when I purchased the car was removed. Six months later the option to add the radio back at my expense was another $500. I am seeking reimbursement from Tesla for the cost of the MCU and radio for a total cost of $3000 plus tax.
Mfg Campaign: 11419804
Recall Date: Jun 6, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
The contact's wife owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated while his wife was driving at slow speeds, the vehicle independently accelerated, without warning. The contact's wife forcefully applied pressure on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The vehicle resumed regular driving after the failure and proceeded to drive at slow speeds. As the contact's wife approached the driveway to park the vehicle in the garage, the same failure recurred without warning. The contact slammed on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that a diagnostic would be performed on the vehicle. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact's wife owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated while his wife was driving at slow speeds, the vehicle independently accelerated, without warning. The contact's wife forcefully applied pressure on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The vehicle resumed regular driving after the failure and proceeded to drive at slow speeds. As the contact's wife approached the driveway to park the vehicle in the garage, the same failure recurred without warning. The contact slammed on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that a diagnostic would be performed on the vehicle. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact's wife owns a 2017 Tesla Model X. The contact stated while his wife was driving at slow speeds, the vehicle independently accelerated, without warning. The contact's wife forcefully applied pressure on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The vehicle resumed regular driving after the failure and proceeded to drive at slow speeds. As the contact's wife approached the driveway to park the vehicle in the garage, the same failure recurred without warning. The contact slammed on the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that a diagnostic would be performed on the vehicle. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 13,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11419694
Recall Date: Jun 4, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Corrective Action:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Additional Notes:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Mfg Campaign: 11416031
Recall Date: May 10, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Potential Consequences:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Corrective Action:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Additional Notes:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Mfg Campaign: 11416031
Recall Date: May 10, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Potential Consequences:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Corrective Action:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Additional Notes:
TESLA TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS BECOME MISSING, SCREEN GOES BLANK, NO REARVIEW CAMERA AND THE ABILITY TO TURN ON AND OFF DEFROSTER SETTINGS AND HEADLIGHTS BECOME MISSING.
Mfg Campaign: 11416031
Recall Date: May 10, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STEERING
Potential Consequences:
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TESLA MODEL X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP, THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO STEER. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TESLA (530 N STATE RT 17, PARAMUS, NJ 07652, (201) 225-2544) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE U-JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 74,000.
Corrective Action:
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TESLA MODEL X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP, THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO STEER. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TESLA (530 N STATE RT 17, PARAMUS, NJ 07652, (201) 225-2544) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE U-JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 74,000.
Additional Notes:
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TESLA MODEL X. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP, THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE DIFFICULT TO STEER. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TESLA (530 N STATE RT 17, PARAMUS, NJ 07652, (201) 225-2544) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE U-JOINT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VIN WAS NOT UNDER RECALL. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 74,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11415562
Recall Date: May 7, 2021
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
THE REAR LINKAGES, RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION, AND UPPER LINKAGES WHICH IS THE PROBLEM IN CHINA HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR SINCE DAY 1.
Corrective Action:
THE REAR LINKAGES, RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION, AND UPPER LINKAGES WHICH IS THE PROBLEM IN CHINA HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR SINCE DAY 1.
Additional Notes:
THE REAR LINKAGES, RIGHT FRONT SUSPENSION, AND UPPER LINKAGES WHICH IS THE PROBLEM IN CHINA HAS BEEN A PROBLEM WITH MY CAR SINCE DAY 1.
Mfg Campaign: 11414864
Recall Date: May 2, 2021
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