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2020–2023 Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y: Exterior Lighting recall

NHTSA campaign 22V844000 · 322K units potentially affected · filed Nov 15, 2022

What's wrong

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.

Why it matters

A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.

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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
22V844000
Manufacturer no.
SB-22-00-016
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Units affected
321,628
Report received
Nov 15, 2022
Owner letters
Jan 14, 2023
Type
Vehicle

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