2012 TESLA MODEL S RECALL - #17V260000
RECALL FOR PARKING BRAKE
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2012 TESLA MODEL S |
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| Manufacturer |
Tesla Motors, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
7/12/2012 - 11/17/2016 |
| Recalled on |
4/20/2017 |
| Influenced by |
Tesla Motors, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
3/6/2018 |
| # Affected |
31,709 |
| Recalled for |
PARKING BRAKE |
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| Description |
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release. |
| Consequences |
If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002. |
| 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.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2012 TESLA MODEL S Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT
2012 TESLA MODEL S Recall for AIR BAGS, FRONTAL, PASSENGER SIDE, INFLATOR MODULE
2012 TESLA MODEL S Recall for STEERING, ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
2012 TESLA MODEL S Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TURN SIGNAL
2012 TESLA MODEL S Recall for VISIBILITY, DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
2012 TESLA MODEL S Recall for BACK OVER PREVENTION, SOFTWARE
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