Tesla, Inc.: Suspension Knuckles May Fracture
Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What to do
- Check whether your vehicle is affected by entering its VIN (vehicle identification number) on the manufacturer's or the agency's recall lookup.
- Contact a dealer to book the repair. Recall repairs are normally free of charge.
- If the notice says not to drive or to park outside, follow that until the repair is done.
General guidance from Recall Atlas. The official notice from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has the exact models, batch codes and remedy, and it takes priority.
More Tesla recalls
- 2021-12-24
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EUPassenger car (Tesla) · Model 3, Model Y
The lateral control arm of the front suspension is attached to the sub-frame by means of two fasteners. If a fastener gets loose enough or detaches from the sub-frame, this can cause the wheel alignment to change. This…
- 2021-12-21
USTesla, Inc.: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Tesla, Inc.: Front Trunk Hood May Open Unexpectedly/FMVSS 113
If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
- 2021-11-09
- US
Tesla, Inc.: Driver's Air Bag Cushion May Tear
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- 2021-10-29
- US
Tesla, Inc.: Unexpected Activation of Automatic Emergency Brake
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 2021-10-25
- US
Tesla, Inc.: Front Suspension Lateral Link May Separate
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Other vehicles recalls in the United States
- 2021-11-22
- US
Vermeer Manufacturing Company: Incorrect Lug Nut Tightening Information in Manual
Improperly tightened lug nuts may come loose, causing the wheel to fall off and increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Incorrect GAWR Label/FMVSS 136
The operator may overload the vehicle while referencing the incorrect label, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Missing Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 136
In certain driving situations, a missing electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
- 2021-11-19
- US
Porsche Cars North America, Inc.: Upper Control Arm Not Tightened Properly
A loose control arm connection may fail, causing a loss of vehicle stability and increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc.: Rear Axle Drive Pinion May Fracture
A fractured drive pinion may contact the brake drop hose, and unintentionally engage the parking brake or activate the brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC: Improperly Tightened Electric Heater Ground Bolts
Loose ground connection bolts on the electric heater may cause the wiring to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.