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2021 Tesla Model X Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2021 Tesla Model X has 24 NHTSA recall campaigns and 41 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Tesla dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2021 Tesla Model X, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2021 Tesla Model X owner complaints

Owners have filed 41 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Tesla Model X, describing incidents dated January 1, 2021 to August 26, 2026.

Most-cited components

  • Steering 13 complaints
  • Unknown or Other 9 complaints
  • Electrical System 7 complaints
  • Forward Collision Avoidance 6 complaints
  • Suspension 6 complaints
  • Lane Departure 5 complaints

Of the 41 complaints on file, 3 report a crash; across all 41 complaints, owners report 2 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11765058 · Filed

    While driving the car the dash board lit up with several failures related to auto pilot and auto steering. The car would not engage auto pilot or cruise control and the dashboard showed messages that the car driver assist has failed, lane departure warning, blind spot warning and required immidiate…

  • ODI #11760103 · Filed

    Please see attached letter to Tesla outlining issues.

  • ODI #11741161 · Filed

    Both Garnish - Fender - Front - LH Right side and Left side come loose when driving in rain. The force of wheels pushing rain water on the fender garnish causes both the left and right fender garnish 4 push clips to come loose. When this fender garnish breaks and flies off it could hit a pedestrian…

Read all 41 complaints

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 2021 Tesla Model X in 13 investigations. Audit Queries and Equipment Queries are administrative investigations: they look at whether companies complied with federal vehicle safety requirements, such as reporting, recall and certification rules, not at a possible vehicle defect. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

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Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111

NHTSA #26V283000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported May 4, 2026 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 218,868 vehicles

Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-26-00-001 · Owners notified July 3, 2026 · Vehicles built August 18, 2021 – August 7, 2022 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety consequence

A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.

Incorrect Horn Pad May Prevent Horn From Sounding

NHTSA #25V172000 · Air Bags · NHTSA notice

Reported March 19, 2025 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 91 vehicles

Repair completion: 72.53% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-25-20-001 · Owners notified May 20, 2025

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and 2021-2025 Model X vehicles. An air bag with the incorrect horn pad may have been installed, preventing the horn from sounding.

Safety consequence

An inoperative horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla service will inspect and install an air bag with the correct horn pad as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 20, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Air Bag May Tear During Deployment/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #24V967000 · Air Bags — Frontal — Driver Side — Cushion · NHTSA notice

Reported December 23, 2024 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 487 vehicles

Repair completion: 74.95% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-24-20-001 · Owners notified February 21, 2025

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Model S and Model X vehicles. The driver's air bag could tear during deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 208, "Occupant Crash Protection" and 212, "Windshield Mounting."

Safety consequence

A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla service will replace the air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-20-001.

Notes

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 nhtsa.gov.

Software May Fail to Detect Unlatched Hood

NHTSA #24V554000 · Latches/Locks/Linkages — Hood — Latch · NHTSA notice

Reported July 24, 2024 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 1,849,638 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.3% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-24-00-012 · Owners notified September 22, 2024

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.

Safety consequence

An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.

Notes

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.

Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #24V376000 · Seat Belts — Front — Warning Light/Devices · NHTSA notice

Reported May 28, 2024 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 125,233 vehicles

Repair completion: 89.92% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-24-00-008 · Owners notified July 26, 2024

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety consequence

A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update. Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.

Notes

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.

Muted Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141

NHTSA #24V153000 · Forward Collision Avoidance — Warnings — External/Pedestrian Alert · NHTSA notice

Reported February 27, 2024 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 6,557 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.28% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-24-00-006 · Owners notified April 27, 2024

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Safety consequence

Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.

Notes

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.

Incorrect Font Size on Warning Lights/FMVSS 105

NHTSA #24V051000 · Electrical System — Instrument Cluster/Panel · NHTSA notice

Reported January 30, 2024 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 2,193,869 vehicles

Tesla campaign SB-24-00-003 · Owners notified February 21, 2024

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Safety consequence

Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Notes

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.

Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse

NHTSA #23V838000 · Electrical System — ADAS — Driver Monitoring — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported December 12, 2023 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 2,031,220 vehicles

Repair completion: 98.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-23-00-008 · Owners notified February 10, 2024 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.

Safety consequence

In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.

Notes

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.

Incorrect Front Driver Air Bag

NHTSA #23V743000 · Steering — Steering Wheel/Handle Bar · NHTSA notice

Reported November 3, 2023 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 194 vehicles

Repair completion: 75.77% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-23-20-005 · Owners notified January 2, 2024

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model S and Model X vehicles. An incorrect air bag may have been installed when the steering yoke or round steering wheel was replaced with a different style of yoke or steering wheel.

Safety consequence

An air bag that is not designed to function with the replacement steering yoke or wheel may deploy incorrectly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and replace the driver air bag as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-005.

Notes

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.

Failure to Detect Low Brake Fluid/FMVSS 135

NHTSA #23V679000 · Electrical System · NHTSA notice

Reported October 11, 2023 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 54,676 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.1% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-23-00-005 · Owners notified December 12, 2023

Defect description

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 consequence

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

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.

Seat Belt May Detach from Pretensioner Anchor

NHTSA #23V488000 · Seat Belts — Front · NHTSA notice

Reported July 14, 2023 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 15,869 vehicles

Repair completion: 92.7% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-23-20-004 · Owners notified September 12, 2023 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model S and Model X vehicles. The front-row seat belts may not be connected properly to the pretensioner anchors, which can cause the seat belts to detach.

Safety consequence

A detached seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla Service will inspect the front-row seat belts and connect the seat belts to pretensioner anchors, or replace the seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-20-004.

Notes

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.

Full Self-Driving Software May Cause Crash

NHTSA #23V085000 · Steering — Automated/Adaptive Steering · NHTSA notice

Reported February 15, 2023 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 362,758 vehicles

Repair completion: 96.5% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-23-00-001 · Owners notified April 15, 2023 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.

Safety consequence

FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.

Notes

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.

Passenger Air Bag May Deploy Incorrectly/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #22V843000 · Air Bags — Air Bag/Restraint Control Module — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported November 15, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 29,348 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.99% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-015 · Owners notified January 14, 2023

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles. The restraint control module (RCM) calibration may cause the front passenger air bag to deploy incorrectly during certain low speed crashes. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety consequence

A passenger air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the RCM, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-015.

Notes

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.

Loss of Power Steering Assist

NHTSA #22V818000 · Steering — Electric Power Assist System · NHTSA notice

Reported November 1, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 40,168 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.99% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-014 · Owners notified December 31, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.

Safety consequence

A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.

Notes

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.

Power Windows May Pinch/FMVSS 118

NHTSA #22V702000 · Visibility — Power Window Devices and Controls · NHTSA notice

Reported September 19, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 1,096,762 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.41% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-013 · Owners notified March 31, 2023

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, "Power-Operated Window Systems."

Safety consequence

A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.

Notes

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.

Overheating May Cause Center Display Malfunction

NHTSA #22V296000 · Back Over Prevention — Display Function · NHTSA notice

Reported May 3, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 129,960 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.98% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-009 · Owners notified July 1, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.

Safety consequence

A lagging or restarting CPU may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control settings, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will improve CPU temperature management, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-009.

Notes

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.

Pedestrian Warning Sound May Be Obscured/FMVSS 141

NHTSA #22V235000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported April 12, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 594,894 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.73% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-003 · Owners notified June 6, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Safety consequence

Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063. Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.

Notes

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.

Side Air Bags May Deploy Improperly/FMVSS 226

NHTSA #22V233000 · Air Bags — Side/Window — Curtain · NHTSA notice

Reported April 8, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 7,289 vehicles

Repair completion: 94.18% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-20-003 · Owners notified August 16, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model X vehicles. The left or right front-row side curtain air bags may not deploy as intended when the windows are lowered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

Safety consequence

Improper side curtain air bag deployment can increase the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla Service Centers will replace the left and right front-row side curtain air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 16, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-003.

Notes

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.

Pedestrian Warning Sound May Be Obscured/FMVSS 141

NHTSA #22V063000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported February 4, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 578,607 vehicles

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-003 · Owners notified April 12, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."

Safety consequence

Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235. Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.

Notes

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.

Windshield May Not Defrost Properly/FMVSS 103

NHTSA #22V050000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported February 2, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 26,681 vehicles

Repair completion: 99.86% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-18-002 · Owners notified April 1, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."

Safety consequence

Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.

Notes

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.

Seat Belt Chime May Not Activate/FMVSS 208

NHTSA #22V045000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice

Reported February 1, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 817,143 vehicles

Repair completion: 97.66% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-002 · Owners notified April 1, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety consequence

The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.

Notes

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.

Vehicle May Fail to Stop at Stop Sign

NHTSA #22V037000 · Steering — Automated/Adaptive Steering · NHTSA notice

Reported January 27, 2022 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 53,822 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-22-00-001 · Owners notified March 28, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.

Safety consequence

Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.

Notes

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.

Driver's Air Bag Cushion May Tear

NHTSA #21V868000 · Air Bags · NHTSA notice

Reported November 9, 2021 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 7,600 vehicles

Repair completion: 93.58% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-21-20-007 · Owners notified January 7, 2022

Defect description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021 Model X and Model S vehicles. The driver's air bag cushion may tear during deployment.

Safety consequence

A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Tesla Service will replace the driver's air bag, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-007.

Notes

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.

Unexpected Activation of Automatic Emergency Brake

NHTSA #21V846000 · Forward Collision Avoidance — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice

Reported October 29, 2021 · Tesla, Inc.

Potentially affected: 11,728 vehicles

Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Tesla campaign SB-21-00-004 · Owners notified October 25, 2021

Defect description

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 consequence

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

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.

Other Tesla Model X model years

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