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2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall - Campaign #18V204000

 
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2016 TESLA MODEL S RECALL - #18V204000

RECALL FOR STEERING : ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.

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Recall Details
Vehicle 2016 TESLA MODEL S
Manufacturer Tesla, Inc.
Manufactured between 5/31/2012 - 4/9/2016
Recalled on 3/30/2018
Influenced by Tesla, Inc.
Owners Notified on 5/7/2019
# Affected 70,421
Recalled for STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
 
Description Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.
Consequences Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective action Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.
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 2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for PARKING BRAKE

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2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TURN SIGNAL

2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for VISIBILITY, DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for BACK OVER PREVENTION, SOFTWARE

2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, HOOD, LATCH

2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ADAS, AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING, SOFTWARE

2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for STEERING, AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING

2016 TESLA MODEL S Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ADAS, AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING, SOFTWARE
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