2019 Tesla Model S | 2019 Tesla Model X | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model X | 2018 Tesla Model X | 2018 Tesla Model S | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2020 Tesla Model S | 2021 Tesla Model S — Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Published November 1, 2021 · Recall initiated: October 29, 2021
Summary
NHTSA records recall 21V846000, published November 1, 2021 and initiated October 29, 2021. Recalling firm: Tesla, Inc.; 2019 Tesla Model S | 2019 Tesla Model X | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model X | 2018 Tesla Model X | 2018 Tesla Model S | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2020 Tesla Model S | 2021 Tesla Model S — Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- TESLA
- Model
- MODEL S
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Lot
- 2019 TESLA MODEL S | 2019 TESLA MODEL X | 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 | 2020 TESLA MODEL X | 2018 TESLA MODEL X | 2018 TESLA MODEL S | 2020 TESLA MODEL Y | 2020 TESLA MODEL S | 2021 TESLA MODEL S
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2019 Tesla Model S | 2019 Tesla Model X | 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model 3 | 2020 Tesla Model X | 2018 Tesla Model X | 2018 Tesla Model S | 2020 Tesla Model Y | 2020 Tesla Model S | 2021 Tesla Model S — Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 21V846000 on November 1, 2021. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: TESLA. Model: MODEL S.