RecallPulseUpdated Oct 9, 2026

2021–2023 Tesla Model X: Electrical System recall

NHTSA campaign 23V679000 · 55K units potentially affected · filed Oct 11, 2023

What's wrong

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles. The vehicle controller may fail to detect low brake fluid and will not display a warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Why it matters

Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase 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 December 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-005.

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
23V679000
Manufacturer no.
SB-23-00-005
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING:SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT
Units affected
54,676
Report received
Oct 11, 2023
Owner letters
Dec 12, 2023
Type
Vehicle

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