NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V204000
STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Published March 30, 2018 · Recall initiated: March 29, 2018
What's the hazard
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.
What to do
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.
Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL S
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2013 TESLA MODEL S | 2012 TESLA MODEL S | 2014 TESLA MODEL S | 2015 TESLA MODEL S | 2016 TESLA MODEL S
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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