NHTSA recall 23V-679: Electrical System

Tesla, Inc. · Reported October 11, 2023 · 3 affected model years

Electrical System recall

Over-the-air fix23V-679
October 11, 2023 · Tesla, Inc.
Problem
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."
Safety risk
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number23V679000
ManufacturerTesla, Inc.
Report dateOctober 11, 2023
ComponentElectrical System
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

2023 Tesla Model X17 recalls total2022 Tesla Model X22 recalls total2021 Tesla Model X24 recalls total

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