Tesla, Inc.: Safety Recalls in 2024
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 16 safety recalls made by Tesla, Inc. in 2024. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 24, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-20-001)
Air Bag May Tear During Deployment/FMVSS 208
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."
NHTSA ID: 24V967000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 487
Consequence Summary:
A torn air bag may not adequately protect an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 65.71
December 17, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-018)
TPMS Light May Not Remain Illuminated/FMVSS 138
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
NHTSA ID: 24V935000
Component: TIRES
# of Units Affected: 696,281
Consequence Summary:
Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.84
December 2, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-017)
Headlights May Flicker/FMVSS 108
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model X vehicles. The parking lights and low beam headlights may flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 24V904000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 25
Consequence Summary:
Flickering headlights or parking lights may not suffciently illuminate the roadway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. All vehicles were updated by September 17, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-017.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
November 22, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-13-004)
Front Seat Back Recliners Improperly Welded
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.
NHTSA ID: 24V886000
Component: SEATS
# of Units Affected: 27
Consequence Summary:
The seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-004.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 55.56
November 5, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-40-009)
Inverter Fault May Cause Loss of Drive Power
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. A fault in the drive inverter may cause a loss of drive power to the wheels.
NHTSA ID: 24V832000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,431
Consequence Summary:
A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service will replace the drive inverter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 4, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-40-009.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.05
September 26, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-016)
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
NHTSA ID: 24V718000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 27,185
Consequence Summary:
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 25, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-016.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.83
August 15, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-12-008)
Missing Primer May Cause Roof Trim Separation
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model X vehicles. The front and center roof cosmetic trim pieces may be adhered to the vehicle without primer. As a result, one or both pieces of trim may separate from the vehicle.
NHTSA ID: 24V615000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 9,136
Consequence Summary:
Trim that separates from the vehicle during use can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service will test the roof trim adhesion and reattach the trim pieces as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 14, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-12-008. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 20V-710 will need to have the new inspection and remedy completed.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 55.66
July 24, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-012)
Software May Fail to Detect Unlatched Hood
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.
NHTSA ID: 24V554000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 1,849,638
Consequence Summary:
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.05
June 19, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-12-006)
Improperly Adhered Trunk Bed Trim Can Detach
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The trunk bed trim sail applique could have been improperly adhered and can loosen.
NHTSA ID: 24V457000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 12,150
Consequence Summary:
A loose applique can detach from the vehicle, creating a road hazard for following motorists and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service will apply adhesion promoter and pressure sensitive tape or replace missing applique as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-12-006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.74
June 19, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-17-006)
Front Windshield Wiper Can Fail
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. Excessive electrical current can cause the front windshield wiper motor controller to fail.
NHTSA ID: 24V456000
Component: VISIBILITY
# of Units Affected: 11,688
Consequence Summary:
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service will replace the wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 1, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-006.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 87.82
May 28, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-008)
Seat Belt Warning System Malfunction/FMVSS 208
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."
NHTSA ID: 24V376000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 125,233
Consequence Summary:
A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 88.51
April 19, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-13-001)
Driver's Side Air Bag May Deploy Improperly
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling one 2024 Model 3 vehicle. The driver seat side air bag module was assembled without a deflector that directs gas flow during deployment.
NHTSA ID: 24V284000
Component: AIR BAGS
# of Units Affected: 1
Consequence Summary:
Without a deflector, the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service replaced the side air bag, free of charge. The affected vehicle was repaired April 12, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-001.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
April 17, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-33-003)
Unintended Acceleration from Trapped Pedal
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The accelerator pedal pad may dislodge and cause the pedal to become trapped by the interior trim.
NHTSA ID: 24V276000
Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
# of Units Affected: 3,878
Consequence Summary:
A trapped accelerator pedal can cause the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla service will replace or repair the accelerator pedal assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-33-003.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 93.79
February 27, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-006)
Muted Pedestrian Warning Sound/FMVSS 141
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."
NHTSA ID: 24V153000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 6,557
Consequence Summary:
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.13
January 30, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-003)
Incorrect Font Size on Warning Lights/FMVSS 105
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."
NHTSA ID: 24V051000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 2,193,869
Consequence Summary:
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.
Corrective Action:
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.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
January 22, 2024
(Campaign #: SB-24-00-002)
Rearview Image May Not Display
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, X, and Y vehicles equipped with full self-driving computer 4.0 and running a software release version 2023.44.30 through 2023.44.30.6 or 2023.44.100. Software instability may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.
NHTSA ID: 24V035000
Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION
# of Units Affected: 199,575
Consequence Summary:
A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-002.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 99.99