RecallNHTSA 24V051000Published

Tesla, Inc.: electrical system: instrument cluster/panel

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."

What to check on the product label

Compare the exact product and every lot, model, serial range or date listed in the official notice. A similar name alone does not establish that your product is included.

Identifiers in this source record

2012 TESLA MODEL SManufacturer campaign: SB-24-00-0032013 TESLA MODEL S2014 TESLA MODEL S2015 TESLA MODEL S2016 TESLA MODEL X2016 TESLA MODEL S2017 TESLA MODEL S2017 TESLA MODEL X2017 TESLA MODEL 32018 TESLA MODEL S2018 TESLA MODEL X2018 TESLA MODEL 32019 TESLA MODEL S2019 TESLA MODEL X2019 TESLA MODEL 32020 TESLA MODEL 32020 TESLA MODEL X2020 TESLA MODEL Y2020 TESLA MODEL S2021 TESLA MODEL S2021 TESLA MODEL Y2021 TESLA MODEL 32021 TESLA MODEL X2022 TESLA MODEL Y2022 TESLA MODEL 32022 TESLA MODEL S2022 TESLA MODEL X2023 TESLA MODEL 32023 TESLA MODEL X2023 TESLA MODEL Y2023 TESLA MODEL S2024 TESLA MODEL X2024 TESLA MODEL Y2024 TESLA CYBERTRUCK2019 TESLA MODEL Y
Details to have ready

Vehicle: VIN plus the year, make and model. Car seat or equipment: Manufacturer, model and production date from the label. Tire: Brand, tire line, size and DOT tire identification number.

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Why this notice was issued

Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.

Official action

Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Follow the specific instructions and use the contact details in the announcement if you need help confirming a match or arranging the remedy.

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Product & source details

Product
2012 TESLA MODEL S
Brand or manufacturer
TESLA
Source
NHTSA
Notice type
Recall
Source reference
24V051000
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