Complaints & Recalls
Official Safety Recalls - Important!
34 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 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
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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-24-00-018
Recall Date: Dec 17, 2024
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
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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-24-00-012
Recall Date: Jul 24, 2024
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 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."
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-24-00-006
Recall Date: Feb 27, 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.
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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 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The steering wheel fastener may be loose.
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-23-32-001
Recall Date: May 30, 2023
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The bolts securing the second-row seat back frames may not have been securely tightened.
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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-23-13-001
Recall Date: Feb 27, 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 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
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-22-00-016
Recall Date: Nov 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window 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-22-00-013
Recall Date: Sep 19, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.
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-22-00-009
Recall Date: May 3, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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."
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-22-00-003
Recall Date: Apr 12, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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."
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-22-00-003
Recall Date: Feb 4, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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."
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-22-18-002
Recall Date: Feb 2, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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."
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-22-00-002
Recall Date: Feb 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 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.
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-21-31-004
Recall Date: Nov 21, 2021
Consumer Complaints
1.4K ComplaintsTesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Purchased a Tesla Model Y approx. 3 weeks ago and within the first day experienced sudden, aggressive braking on the freeway with nothing around and no apparent reason for braking at all. This has happened at least ten times in the three weeks we’ve owned the vehicle. It’s very scary when it happens and we’re very concerned it will cause an accident with my family and small child in the back. It happens when the car is in auto pilot and adaptive cruise control. The car gives no alert and no indication that it’s going to brake hard all of a sudden in the middle of the interstate at 70 mph it will instantly drop speed by as much as 15mph or more. Thankfully nobody has been behind us yet. For us this is an extreme safety concern and we have expressed this to Tesla and I have sent out a maintenance technician today who took it for a simple test drive and said there’s absolutely nothing wrong with the car and that’s the safest car in the world and that what we were experiencing is normal behavior for a Tesla and to be expected. He said when it happens to stereo on the accelerator to get it to stop which is ridiculous. This is a known problem generally referred to as phantom braking and I was assured by the sales rep before accepting the car that this doesn’t happen in auto pilot and nothing to be concerned about. Now here we are stuck with a dangerous vehicle that they can’t fix and won’t take it back. Please help get these cars off the road until they fix this huge safety issue. I am shocked there has not been a recall. I will also file a complaint with the state of Washington.
Corrective Action:
Purchased a Tesla Model Y approx. 3 weeks ago and within the first day experienced sudden, aggressive braking on the freeway with nothing around and no apparent reason for braking at all. This has happened at least ten times in the three weeks we’ve owned the vehicle. It’s very scary when it happens and we’re very concerned it will cause an accident with my family and small child in the back. It happens when the car is in auto pilot and adaptive cruise control. The car gives no alert and no indication that it’s going to brake hard all of a sudden in the middle of the interstate at 70 mph it will instantly drop speed by as much as 15mph or more. Thankfully nobody has been behind us yet. For us this is an extreme safety concern and we have expressed this to Tesla and I have sent out a maintenance technician today who took it for a simple test drive and said there’s absolutely nothing wrong with the car and that’s the safest car in the world and that what we were experiencing is normal behavior for a Tesla and to be expected. He said when it happens to stereo on the accelerator to get it to stop which is ridiculous. This is a known problem generally referred to as phantom braking and I was assured by the sales rep before accepting the car that this doesn’t happen in auto pilot and nothing to be concerned about. Now here we are stuck with a dangerous vehicle that they can’t fix and won’t take it back. Please help get these cars off the road until they fix this huge safety issue. I am shocked there has not been a recall. I will also file a complaint with the state of Washington.
Additional Notes:
Purchased a Tesla Model Y approx. 3 weeks ago and within the first day experienced sudden, aggressive braking on the freeway with nothing around and no apparent reason for braking at all. This has happened at least ten times in the three weeks we’ve owned the vehicle. It’s very scary when it happens and we’re very concerned it will cause an accident with my family and small child in the back. It happens when the car is in auto pilot and adaptive cruise control. The car gives no alert and no indication that it’s going to brake hard all of a sudden in the middle of the interstate at 70 mph it will instantly drop speed by as much as 15mph or more. Thankfully nobody has been behind us yet. For us this is an extreme safety concern and we have expressed this to Tesla and I have sent out a maintenance technician today who took it for a simple test drive and said there’s absolutely nothing wrong with the car and that’s the safest car in the world and that what we were experiencing is normal behavior for a Tesla and to be expected. He said when it happens to stereo on the accelerator to get it to stop which is ridiculous. This is a known problem generally referred to as phantom braking and I was assured by the sales rep before accepting the car that this doesn’t happen in auto pilot and nothing to be concerned about. Now here we are stuck with a dangerous vehicle that they can’t fix and won’t take it back. Please help get these cars off the road until they fix this huge safety issue. I am shocked there has not been a recall. I will also file a complaint with the state of Washington.
Mfg Campaign: 11469874
Recall Date: Jun 18, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Corrective Action:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Additional Notes:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Mfg Campaign: 11469561
Recall Date: Jun 16, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Corrective Action:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Additional Notes:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Mfg Campaign: 11469561
Recall Date: Jun 16, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Potential Consequences:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Corrective Action:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Additional Notes:
I was traveling on a highway when my Tesla Model Y abruptly slammed the brakes for no reason while Autopilot was engaged. The vehicle slowed down very aggressively, this could have caused an accident if there was another vehicle following close behind me. After the first incident, I blamed a dirty windshield/camera lens blocking the systems ability to see what was ahead. But it happened two other times on different days. At this point I was convinced that there is an issue with Tesla's Forward Collision Warning system. On a different occasion, I was driving under an overpass and the shadow on the pavement (overpass shadow) triggered the collision warning and once again aggressively applied the brakes. It is very unfortunate this is happening on this vehicle. I love my Tesla Model Y, but I am very hesitant to use Autopilot due to these issues. I personally like Tesla because they are using advanced technology to make driving a lot safer for everyone on the road. However, it is our responsibility to report these issues so the manufacturer can investigate the root cause. I hope this comes to a solution soon because it is a very dangerous situation that can cause harm to me and my family as well as others on the road. I will point out that I have been fortunate there were no close vehicles in behind me during the three separate times this occurred.
Mfg Campaign: 11469561
Recall Date: Jun 16, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
On 5 or 6 occasions while driving on the highway, using adaptive cruise control, the car has braked with no traffic anywhere around us.
Corrective Action:
On 5 or 6 occasions while driving on the highway, using adaptive cruise control, the car has braked with no traffic anywhere around us.
Additional Notes:
On 5 or 6 occasions while driving on the highway, using adaptive cruise control, the car has braked with no traffic anywhere around us.
Mfg Campaign: 11469397
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
On 5 or 6 occasions while driving on the highway, using adaptive cruise control, the car has braked with no traffic anywhere around us.
Corrective Action:
On 5 or 6 occasions while driving on the highway, using adaptive cruise control, the car has braked with no traffic anywhere around us.
Additional Notes:
On 5 or 6 occasions while driving on the highway, using adaptive cruise control, the car has braked with no traffic anywhere around us.
Mfg Campaign: 11469397
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Corrective Action:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Additional Notes:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Mfg Campaign: 11469420
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Corrective Action:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Additional Notes:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Mfg Campaign: 11469420
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Corrective Action:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Additional Notes:
Driving with adaptive cruise on and car will brake suddenly
Mfg Campaign: 11469420
Recall Date: Jun 15, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
The car will break for no reason when cruise control is enabled or autopilot. This happens at least once every time I use it. The deceleration is abrupt and could cause someone to rear end me. The cruise control is useless because it’s so bad.
Corrective Action:
The car will break for no reason when cruise control is enabled or autopilot. This happens at least once every time I use it. The deceleration is abrupt and could cause someone to rear end me. The cruise control is useless because it’s so bad.
Additional Notes:
The car will break for no reason when cruise control is enabled or autopilot. This happens at least once every time I use it. The deceleration is abrupt and could cause someone to rear end me. The cruise control is useless because it’s so bad.
Mfg Campaign: 11469096
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Corrective Action:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Additional Notes:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Mfg Campaign: 11469115
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
STEERING
Potential Consequences:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Corrective Action:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Additional Notes:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Mfg Campaign: 11469115
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Corrective Action:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Additional Notes:
The car was being driven on a low speed road (about 30mph) and suddenly the traction control, ABS, power steering, and all drivers assistance features (automatic vehicle hold, emergency braking, etc) all went out as well. The car became very dangerous, instantly and the car was almost in an accident. The manufacturer has been completely unresponsive.
Mfg Campaign: 11469115
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
While operating the car in adaptive cruise control on AZ87 the vehicle braked hard two separate times. There were no other vehicles around and there were no obstacles in the road.
Corrective Action:
While operating the car in adaptive cruise control on AZ87 the vehicle braked hard two separate times. There were no other vehicles around and there were no obstacles in the road.
Additional Notes:
While operating the car in adaptive cruise control on AZ87 the vehicle braked hard two separate times. There were no other vehicles around and there were no obstacles in the road.
Mfg Campaign: 11469257
Recall Date: Jun 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Corrective Action:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Additional Notes:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Mfg Campaign: 11468896
Recall Date: Jun 12, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Corrective Action:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Additional Notes:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Mfg Campaign: 11468896
Recall Date: Jun 12, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Corrective Action:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Additional Notes:
Reporting “phantom braking” issues during 1600 mile cross-country from Kansas to California. During this trip there were approximately 45 incidences of the rapid uncommanded braking while on 4 lane divided highways. All driving was daytime, sunny weather at speeds between 70-80 mph. Braking occurred with both cruise control/auto steer enabled (No FSD), as well as only cruise control enabled.
Mfg Campaign: 11468896
Recall Date: Jun 12, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
Car applies breaks while cruise control is set when there are no obstacles in the road and no risk of collision.
Corrective Action:
Car applies breaks while cruise control is set when there are no obstacles in the road and no risk of collision.
Additional Notes:
Car applies breaks while cruise control is set when there are no obstacles in the road and no risk of collision.
Mfg Campaign: 11468749
Recall Date: Jun 11, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
With Autopilot engaged (either adaptive cruise or self-steering), the car break unexpectedly on 2 way highways. This usually happened when a semi truck was coming in opposite direction, in its lane or the car in front will move into a left lane and slow down at a safe distance. This had the potential to be rear-ended. Not reported to Tesla or inspected. No prior warnings. There were 6-7 incidents in the span of 3 days of travel from WA state to CA, over 1100 miles, starting on May 18, 2022.
Corrective Action:
With Autopilot engaged (either adaptive cruise or self-steering), the car break unexpectedly on 2 way highways. This usually happened when a semi truck was coming in opposite direction, in its lane or the car in front will move into a left lane and slow down at a safe distance. This had the potential to be rear-ended. Not reported to Tesla or inspected. No prior warnings. There were 6-7 incidents in the span of 3 days of travel from WA state to CA, over 1100 miles, starting on May 18, 2022.
Additional Notes:
With Autopilot engaged (either adaptive cruise or self-steering), the car break unexpectedly on 2 way highways. This usually happened when a semi truck was coming in opposite direction, in its lane or the car in front will move into a left lane and slow down at a safe distance. This had the potential to be rear-ended. Not reported to Tesla or inspected. No prior warnings. There were 6-7 incidents in the span of 3 days of travel from WA state to CA, over 1100 miles, starting on May 18, 2022.
Mfg Campaign: 11468780
Recall Date: Jun 11, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
I was pulling out of the garage and I heard disturbing sound coming from the bottom it sounds like something is breaking. I thought I drove over something like water bottle but a lot louder. So I stopped halfway through the garage and looked under, nothing visible looked around each tire nothing, checked the monitor screen no warning, nothing, so I thought maybe the sound is not coming from the car and I decided to continue, pulling out and made it to the drive way and still a lot of noise sounds like big crack sound. I parked and checked the tires nothing. Looked under the front bumper, it looks like something is a little out of shape but it wasn’t clear. Then I realized I can’t drive like this so I started to drive forward the noise was very loud, barely made it to the original parking spot then I got out of the vehicle, checked again and a lot of stuffs hanging near front wheels, looks like something is wrong with the suspension, the car has only 2000 miles on it. The worst part is that there is not a single warning sign on that big screen which supposed to show If something is not in order. If it wasn’t for the unpleasant noise, my 7 month pregnant wife would have been driving in the middle of a freeway in less than 5 minutes. I am still shaking from how close we were to be a real danger to ourselves and to other drivers on the roads. We got lucky that it happened right before we get to the roads. I want a full safety and defects inspections on the 2022 model Y
Corrective Action:
I was pulling out of the garage and I heard disturbing sound coming from the bottom it sounds like something is breaking. I thought I drove over something like water bottle but a lot louder. So I stopped halfway through the garage and looked under, nothing visible looked around each tire nothing, checked the monitor screen no warning, nothing, so I thought maybe the sound is not coming from the car and I decided to continue, pulling out and made it to the drive way and still a lot of noise sounds like big crack sound. I parked and checked the tires nothing. Looked under the front bumper, it looks like something is a little out of shape but it wasn’t clear. Then I realized I can’t drive like this so I started to drive forward the noise was very loud, barely made it to the original parking spot then I got out of the vehicle, checked again and a lot of stuffs hanging near front wheels, looks like something is wrong with the suspension, the car has only 2000 miles on it. The worst part is that there is not a single warning sign on that big screen which supposed to show If something is not in order. If it wasn’t for the unpleasant noise, my 7 month pregnant wife would have been driving in the middle of a freeway in less than 5 minutes. I am still shaking from how close we were to be a real danger to ourselves and to other drivers on the roads. We got lucky that it happened right before we get to the roads. I want a full safety and defects inspections on the 2022 model Y
Additional Notes:
I was pulling out of the garage and I heard disturbing sound coming from the bottom it sounds like something is breaking. I thought I drove over something like water bottle but a lot louder. So I stopped halfway through the garage and looked under, nothing visible looked around each tire nothing, checked the monitor screen no warning, nothing, so I thought maybe the sound is not coming from the car and I decided to continue, pulling out and made it to the drive way and still a lot of noise sounds like big crack sound. I parked and checked the tires nothing. Looked under the front bumper, it looks like something is a little out of shape but it wasn’t clear. Then I realized I can’t drive like this so I started to drive forward the noise was very loud, barely made it to the original parking spot then I got out of the vehicle, checked again and a lot of stuffs hanging near front wheels, looks like something is wrong with the suspension, the car has only 2000 miles on it. The worst part is that there is not a single warning sign on that big screen which supposed to show If something is not in order. If it wasn’t for the unpleasant noise, my 7 month pregnant wife would have been driving in the middle of a freeway in less than 5 minutes. I am still shaking from how close we were to be a real danger to ourselves and to other drivers on the roads. We got lucky that it happened right before we get to the roads. I want a full safety and defects inspections on the 2022 model Y
Mfg Campaign: 11468618
Recall Date: Jun 10, 2022
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