2020 TESLA MODEL S RECALL - #21V846000
RECALL FOR FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE : SOFTWARE
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.
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National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Recall Details
| Vehicle |
2020 TESLA MODEL S |
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| Manufacturer |
Tesla, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
1/1/1900 - 1/1/1900 |
| Recalled on |
11/1/2021 |
| Influenced by |
Tesla, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
10/25/2021 |
| # Affected |
11,728 |
| Recalled for |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE |
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| 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. |
| Consequences |
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| See also |
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, WARNINGS
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, SENSING SYSTEM, CAMERA
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, HOOD, LATCH
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ADAS, AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING, SOFTWARE
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, WARNINGS, EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SOFTWARE
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, WARNINGS, EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for STEERING, ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for STEERING, AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING
2020 TESLA MODEL S Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ADAS, AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING, SOFTWARE
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| Technical Service Bulletins |
Nov 08, 2021 - 010000 STEERING
Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, brak
Oct 19, 2020 - 100000 POWER TRAIN
The front drive unit contains an inverter that did not go through internal reliability testing.
Oct 19, 2020 - 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The front drive unit contains an inverter that did not go through internal reliability testing.
Aug 10, 2020 - 020000 SUSPENSION
Some Model S and Model X vehicles might have front stabilizer bars with improperly vulcanized bushings that make a squeak noise when driving over road imperfections.
Jul 06, 2020 - 010000 STEERING
Some Model S and Model X vehicles might exhibit stiff steering due to corrosion at the lower steering column I-shaft U-joint.
View all Technical Service Bulletins
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