2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model 3 — Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners
Published May 26, 2021 · Recall initiated: May 25, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V387000, published May 26, 2021 and initiated May 25, 2021. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model 3 — Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners.
What's the hazard
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
What to do
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL 3
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL Y | 2021 TESLA MODEL Y | 2021 TESLA MODEL 3
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model Y | 2021 Tesla Model 3 — Service brakes, hydraulic: critical fasteners recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V387000 on May 26, 2021. Reported hazard: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
What should I do if I have this product?
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL 3.