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."
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-24-00-018
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.
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-24-00-012
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.
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 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.
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-23-13-001
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:
I just bought a brand new Tesla Y and the next day went on a road trip with my wife and two little kids in the back seat. I put on AutoPilot. While driving it suddenly decelerated, which nearly caused an accident. A tractor trailer almost slammed in the back of our car. This created great anxiety and fear. The next day, with me driving alone, I tried it again and this "phantom braking" occurred. This is very dangerous. PLEASE pressure Tesla to look into this. Why do we need a tragedy for NHTSA to investigate?? This needs to occur now.
Corrective Action:
I just bought a brand new Tesla Y and the next day went on a road trip with my wife and two little kids in the back seat. I put on AutoPilot. While driving it suddenly decelerated, which nearly caused an accident. A tractor trailer almost slammed in the back of our car. This created great anxiety and fear. The next day, with me driving alone, I tried it again and this "phantom braking" occurred. This is very dangerous. PLEASE pressure Tesla to look into this. Why do we need a tragedy for NHTSA to investigate?? This needs to occur now.
Additional Notes:
I just bought a brand new Tesla Y and the next day went on a road trip with my wife and two little kids in the back seat. I put on AutoPilot. While driving it suddenly decelerated, which nearly caused an accident. A tractor trailer almost slammed in the back of our car. This created great anxiety and fear. The next day, with me driving alone, I tried it again and this "phantom braking" occurred. This is very dangerous. PLEASE pressure Tesla to look into this. Why do we need a tragedy for NHTSA to investigate?? This needs to occur now.
Mfg Campaign: 11456613
Recall Date: Mar 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Corrective Action:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Additional Notes:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Mfg Campaign: 11456619
Recall Date: Mar 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Corrective Action:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Additional Notes:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Mfg Campaign: 11456619
Recall Date: Mar 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Corrective Action:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Additional Notes:
While driving at highway speeds the vehicle will brake suddenly. This has happened more than eight times in a single 100 mile trip. Potential for crash at high speeds and very unnerving for the driver and passengers.
Mfg Campaign: 11456619
Recall Date: Mar 14, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I would like to add a complaint for the phantom breaking while using the Autopilot function of the vehicle. While on a road trip across the country, I've experienced sudden deceleration while Autopilot was engaged. Nothing was impeding the vehicle and the screen did not note any obstacles. The weather was clear and it happened both during the day and at night. This feels extremely dangerous, as my control over the vehicle could be lost under different road conditions.
Corrective Action:
I would like to add a complaint for the phantom breaking while using the Autopilot function of the vehicle. While on a road trip across the country, I've experienced sudden deceleration while Autopilot was engaged. Nothing was impeding the vehicle and the screen did not note any obstacles. The weather was clear and it happened both during the day and at night. This feels extremely dangerous, as my control over the vehicle could be lost under different road conditions.
Additional Notes:
I would like to add a complaint for the phantom breaking while using the Autopilot function of the vehicle. While on a road trip across the country, I've experienced sudden deceleration while Autopilot was engaged. Nothing was impeding the vehicle and the screen did not note any obstacles. The weather was clear and it happened both during the day and at night. This feels extremely dangerous, as my control over the vehicle could be lost under different road conditions.
Mfg Campaign: 11456467
Recall Date: Mar 13, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I would like to add a complaint for the phantom breaking while using the Autopilot function of the vehicle. While on a road trip across the country, I've experienced sudden deceleration while Autopilot was engaged. Nothing was impeding the vehicle and the screen did not note any obstacles. The weather was clear and it happened both during the day and at night. This feels extremely dangerous, as my control over the vehicle could be lost under different road conditions.
Corrective Action:
I would like to add a complaint for the phantom breaking while using the Autopilot function of the vehicle. While on a road trip across the country, I've experienced sudden deceleration while Autopilot was engaged. Nothing was impeding the vehicle and the screen did not note any obstacles. The weather was clear and it happened both during the day and at night. This feels extremely dangerous, as my control over the vehicle could be lost under different road conditions.
Additional Notes:
I would like to add a complaint for the phantom breaking while using the Autopilot function of the vehicle. While on a road trip across the country, I've experienced sudden deceleration while Autopilot was engaged. Nothing was impeding the vehicle and the screen did not note any obstacles. The weather was clear and it happened both during the day and at night. This feels extremely dangerous, as my control over the vehicle could be lost under different road conditions.
Mfg Campaign: 11456467
Recall Date: Mar 13, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Corrective Action:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Additional Notes:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Mfg Campaign: 11456313
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Corrective Action:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Additional Notes:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Mfg Campaign: 11456313
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Corrective Action:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Additional Notes:
When I have Autopilot (adaptive cruise) on, the car will often slow down, sometimes quite abruptly, when there is nothing to slow down for. This is often called Phantom Braking. This can easily put me at risk of getting rear-ended from another car. If I'm on ice or snow it can cause the car to slide and loose control. I have read on the internet and forums of many with 2021 or 2022 Model Y's with the same problem - since the radar was removed on these newer cars. I had a 2020 Model Y previously that had the radar, and I never had this problem. I believe their camera only technology is not enough to suffice and they need the redundancy of both radar and cameras.
Mfg Campaign: 11456313
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
Phantom braking occurs under too many scenarios common on 2-lane roads to mention them all. Sometimes the car decelerates so rapidly for no apparent reason I'm concerned I'll be rear-ended. Even in good weather, lighting, road surface, etc. The car sometimes seems to be guessing about hazards and slowing down for no reason, sometimes very abruptly.
Corrective Action:
Phantom braking occurs under too many scenarios common on 2-lane roads to mention them all. Sometimes the car decelerates so rapidly for no apparent reason I'm concerned I'll be rear-ended. Even in good weather, lighting, road surface, etc. The car sometimes seems to be guessing about hazards and slowing down for no reason, sometimes very abruptly.
Additional Notes:
Phantom braking occurs under too many scenarios common on 2-lane roads to mention them all. Sometimes the car decelerates so rapidly for no apparent reason I'm concerned I'll be rear-ended. Even in good weather, lighting, road surface, etc. The car sometimes seems to be guessing about hazards and slowing down for no reason, sometimes very abruptly.
Mfg Campaign: 11456381
Recall Date: Mar 11, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH with the Self-Driving features activated, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that were no other vehicles or objects nearby. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle increased in speed and the contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring several times per day while using the Self-Driving feature. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000. The consumer stated the phantom braking was only experienced in auto pilot mode. After notifying tesla updates were made and the problem was resolved.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH with the Self-Driving features activated, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that were no other vehicles or objects nearby. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle increased in speed and the contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring several times per day while using the Self-Driving feature. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000. The consumer stated the phantom braking was only experienced in auto pilot mode. After notifying tesla updates were made and the problem was resolved.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH with the Self-Driving features activated, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that were no other vehicles or objects nearby. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle increased in speed and the contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had been occurring several times per day while using the Self-Driving feature. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000. The consumer stated the phantom braking was only experienced in auto pilot mode. After notifying tesla updates were made and the problem was resolved.
Mfg Campaign: 11455754
Recall Date: Mar 8, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
Sudden braking when TACC is engaged happens sporadically
Corrective Action:
Sudden braking when TACC is engaged happens sporadically
Additional Notes:
Sudden braking when TACC is engaged happens sporadically
Mfg Campaign: 11455481
Recall Date: Mar 7, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Sudden braking when TACC is engaged happens sporadically
Corrective Action:
Sudden braking when TACC is engaged happens sporadically
Additional Notes:
Sudden braking when TACC is engaged happens sporadically
Mfg Campaign: 11455481
Recall Date: Mar 7, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I was driving 55Mph with Autopilot engaged. Without warning the car engaged the brakes aggressively and I was almost rear ended.
Corrective Action:
I was driving 55Mph with Autopilot engaged. Without warning the car engaged the brakes aggressively and I was almost rear ended.
Additional Notes:
I was driving 55Mph with Autopilot engaged. Without warning the car engaged the brakes aggressively and I was almost rear ended.
Mfg Campaign: 11455490
Recall Date: Mar 7, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I was driving 55Mph with Autopilot engaged. Without warning the car engaged the brakes aggressively and I was almost rear ended.
Corrective Action:
I was driving 55Mph with Autopilot engaged. Without warning the car engaged the brakes aggressively and I was almost rear ended.
Additional Notes:
I was driving 55Mph with Autopilot engaged. Without warning the car engaged the brakes aggressively and I was almost rear ended.
Mfg Campaign: 11455490
Recall Date: Mar 7, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Phantom braking happens during auto pilot feature and during any use of cruise control. This happens nearly 100% of the time while using these two features and any incoming traffic approaches, especially larger vehicles and trucks. The braking is sometimes soft, but more often quite abrupt, and always without notice. It is extremely dangerous and annoying to use
Corrective Action:
Phantom braking happens during auto pilot feature and during any use of cruise control. This happens nearly 100% of the time while using these two features and any incoming traffic approaches, especially larger vehicles and trucks. The braking is sometimes soft, but more often quite abrupt, and always without notice. It is extremely dangerous and annoying to use
Additional Notes:
Phantom braking happens during auto pilot feature and during any use of cruise control. This happens nearly 100% of the time while using these two features and any incoming traffic approaches, especially larger vehicles and trucks. The braking is sometimes soft, but more often quite abrupt, and always without notice. It is extremely dangerous and annoying to use
Mfg Campaign: 11455321
Recall Date: Mar 5, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Corrective Action:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Additional Notes:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Mfg Campaign: 11455326
Recall Date: Mar 5, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Corrective Action:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Additional Notes:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Mfg Campaign: 11455326
Recall Date: Mar 5, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Potential Consequences:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Corrective Action:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Additional Notes:
I had cruise control set(Autopilot) and was driving on a two lane highway at night. My car abruptly braked when oncoming traffic was detected. Another oncoming car on the same road, caused my car to abruptly brake again. Then a third car a couple of minutes later caused my car to abruptly brake again. I turned the cruise control(Autopilot) off, to prevent my car from emergency braking. The problem was not reported since I couldn't repeat the issue. It has not been inspected by anyone. No warnings on vehicle.
Mfg Campaign: 11455326
Recall Date: Mar 5, 2022
Tesla, Inc.
Defect Description:
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
While driving from San Francisco to Salt lake city and back on highway 80 this past week, my vehicle frequently experienced “phantom braking” while using “autopilot”. At least 15 times on the drive, my car, while using “autopilot”, would forcefully apply the brakes when no hazard was present. While most times it slowed the car from 80mph to 70-75 and then resumed normal operation, one time it slammed on the brakes so hard and dropped the vehicle speed down to 50 before I could intervene and avoid a rear end collision. The system was even worse at night, but only when passing large semi-trucks. They were in the right lane and as my car would approach to pass in the left lane it would slam on the brakes and slow down. It got to the point where I would turn off autopilot every time I was about to pass a truck at night. I also noticed it only seemed to happen on two lane highways—two lanes in each direction, and only when I was in the left lane, again mostly as I was passing a large truck that was driving in the right lane. This is particularly concerning as a few times there were cars behind me that could have easily rear ended me as there was no hazard indicating that they should slow down.
Corrective Action:
While driving from San Francisco to Salt lake city and back on highway 80 this past week, my vehicle frequently experienced “phantom braking” while using “autopilot”. At least 15 times on the drive, my car, while using “autopilot”, would forcefully apply the brakes when no hazard was present. While most times it slowed the car from 80mph to 70-75 and then resumed normal operation, one time it slammed on the brakes so hard and dropped the vehicle speed down to 50 before I could intervene and avoid a rear end collision. The system was even worse at night, but only when passing large semi-trucks. They were in the right lane and as my car would approach to pass in the left lane it would slam on the brakes and slow down. It got to the point where I would turn off autopilot every time I was about to pass a truck at night. I also noticed it only seemed to happen on two lane highways—two lanes in each direction, and only when I was in the left lane, again mostly as I was passing a large truck that was driving in the right lane. This is particularly concerning as a few times there were cars behind me that could have easily rear ended me as there was no hazard indicating that they should slow down.
Additional Notes:
While driving from San Francisco to Salt lake city and back on highway 80 this past week, my vehicle frequently experienced “phantom braking” while using “autopilot”. At least 15 times on the drive, my car, while using “autopilot”, would forcefully apply the brakes when no hazard was present. While most times it slowed the car from 80mph to 70-75 and then resumed normal operation, one time it slammed on the brakes so hard and dropped the vehicle speed down to 50 before I could intervene and avoid a rear end collision. The system was even worse at night, but only when passing large semi-trucks. They were in the right lane and as my car would approach to pass in the left lane it would slam on the brakes and slow down. It got to the point where I would turn off autopilot every time I was about to pass a truck at night. I also noticed it only seemed to happen on two lane highways—two lanes in each direction, and only when I was in the left lane, again mostly as I was passing a large truck that was driving in the right lane. This is particularly concerning as a few times there were cars behind me that could have easily rear ended me as there was no hazard indicating that they should slow down.
Mfg Campaign: 11455282
Recall Date: Mar 4, 2022
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