Tesla Model S reliability

A first-row seat belt was disconnected from its pretensioner anchor as part of a necessary step to perform a repair during a service visit. After the repair was completed on certain affected vehicles the first-row seat belt may not have been reconnected to its pretensioner anchor to specification.

Fix: Inspect and re-install.

Recalled models: Model X · 3 vehicles

On certain MY 2021-2023 Model X vehicles the vehicle controller that detects the sensor voltage that indicates brake fluid level may not have a sufficient threshold range at low fluid levels. A vehicle controller that does not correctly indicate low brake fluid levels to the customer

Fix: Owners of affected vehicles only need to install OTA (over the air) software release 2023.32.7 or a later software release No service visit is necessary

Recalled models: Model X · 100 vehicles

In certain conditions the user interface (�UI�) on affected vehicles displays vehicle speed but not a unit of speed (i.e. mph or km/h).

Fix: Tesla will deploy an over the air firmware update that will reintroduce the display of the speed unit when using Track Mode.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 10,927 vehicles

On certain vehicles that are running firmware release 2022.8 and that experience a loss of low voltage system support the audio subsystem may become unavailable including the use of eCall functionality.

Fix: Firmware release 2022.12.3 or later reverses the power management process introduced in firmware release 2022.8 and maintains eCall audio functionality.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 9,471 vehicles

Misalignment of the hood latch may prevent latching of the secondary latch.

Fix: Inspect the secondary hood latch on affected vehicles. If the hood is not properly retained by the secondary latch the latch mechanism will be reassembled and repositioned to assure proper alignment.

Recalled models: Model S · 8,351 vehicles

The rear-view camera harness may fail causing no image in the centre display.

Fix: Fit a harness guide protector and if necessary install a new harness.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 26,618 vehicles

The front suspension lateral link may be insufficiently torqued.

Fix: Inspect the connection of both front suspension lateral links to the sub-frame. Replace any related damaged components and ensure correct torque of fastening bolts.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 127 vehicles

The curtain side airbags may not deploy correctly.

Fix: Inspect for proper alignment and orientation of the left- and right-curtain side airbag. Re-align as necessary.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 1 vehicles

Front Seat belt top loop may not be secured correctly.

Fix: Check and secure the top loop as necessary.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 599 vehicles

The brake calliper bolts may not be secured to the correct specification.

Fix: Check and secure the brake calliper bolts to correct specification.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 565 vehicles

When the eMMC reaches accumulated lifetime wear the customer may experience a blank centre display.

Fix: Ensure current software is installed and upgrade the VCM daughterboard to a 64GB Micron eMMC.

Recalled models: Model S · 9,475 vehicles

The upper steering column bolt may not have been fitted.

Fix: Inspect the upper steering column bolt fitment and replace where necessary.

Recalled models: MODEL 3 · 5 vehicles

The front passenger airbag inflator could rupture in the event the airbag is deployed.

Fix: Replace the front passenger air bag on affected vehicles.

Recalled models: Model S · 4,973 vehicles

Potential failure of steering gear motor bolts when exposed to long term high corrosive environment. This can lead to loss of power assistance to the steering which would result in additional effort from the driver to steer the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the aluminium bolts with stainless steel bolts. Where necessary the steering rack will be replaced.

Recalled models: Model S · 3,243 vehicles

The propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator might degrade over time which could cause the inflator body torture in the event the airbag is deployed. This could cause injury to occupants.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the passenger airbag.

Recalled models: Model S · 3 vehicles

The left-side fold-flat second row seat may have a misadjusted cable that controls the recliner mechanisms. Incorrect adjustment may prevent one of the recliners from fully latching.

Fix: On affected vehicles check cable and adjust if necessary.

Recalled models: Model X · 414 vehicles

Due to a firmware error the vehicle's restraint control module will not recognise the passenger seat is occupied. In the event of an accident the passenger airbag will not deploy

Fix: On affected vehicles the updated software will be downloaded to the vehicle. However the installation of the software will immobilise the vehicle and the vehicle keepr should install when the vehicle is suitably parked up. .

Recalled models: Model X · 1,501 vehicles

An improperly manufactured internal caliper gear may fail. This may cause the EPB not to release and in some circumstances not to apply. An EPB warning light and message should appear.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the brake caliper.

Recalled models: Model S · 1,466 vehicles

The driver and/or front passenger seatbelt could be improperly connected to the outboard lap pretensioner. The connection is secured by means of a bolt that fastens the steel anchor plate on the end of the seat belt to a steel anchor plate on the end of the pretensioner cable. If a collision occurs and the aforementioned condition exists there is an elevated risk of additional injury to the occupant of the seat.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected for inspection of the seatbelt connection to the pretensioner and the anchor plates. If the condition is evident the seatbelt/s will be reassembled to ensure proper connection.

Recalled models: Model S · 2,518 vehicles