NHTSA recall 21V-846: Forward Collision Avoidance

Tesla, Inc. · Reported October 29, 2021 · 8 affected model years

Forward Collision Avoidance recall

Over-the-air fix21V-846
October 29, 2021 · Tesla, Inc.
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.
Safety risk
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number21V846000
ManufacturerTesla, Inc.
Report dateOctober 29, 2021
ComponentForward Collision Avoidance: Sensing System: Camera
Fixed over the airYes

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.

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Affected vehicles

2021 Tesla Model S24 recalls total2021 Tesla Model X24 recalls total2021 Tesla Model 322 recalls total2021 Tesla Model Y23 recalls total2020 Tesla Model S11 recalls total2020 Tesla Model 321 recalls total2020 Tesla Model Y24 recalls total2020 Tesla Model X10 recalls total

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