The vehicle controller software may cause the front parking lights to be too bright and exceed the maximum light output, adversely affecting the vision of other drivers.

“headlight stopped working”“tail lights stay off”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2020 to 2022 Tesla Model Y · Heating & visibility

Heat-pump software may reduce cabin heat and defrost

Weak cabin heat or windshield defrost in very cold weather is the condition addressed by Tesla's Model Y heat-pump software recall.

“Tesla heat stopped in cold weather”“Model Y will not defrost”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2024 to 2025 Tesla Model S · Visibility & cameras

Rearview camera image may not display

The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image.

“backup camera is black”“reverse camera not working”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2023 to 2025 Tesla Model X · Visibility & cameras

Rearview camera image may not display

The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image.

“backup camera is black”“reverse camera not working”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2015 to 2024 Tesla Model S · Safety restraints

Seat belt may not restrain an occupant

In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.

“seat belt will not latch”“seatbelt keeps coming loose”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2026 Tesla Model 3 · Body & structure

Seat component may not remain secure

The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.

“seat feels loose”“seat moves while driving”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2016 to 2023 Tesla Model X · Steering & suspension

Steering control may be reduced

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…

“steering suddenly feels heavy”“power steering stopped working”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2022 Tesla Model Y · Suspension, wheels & tires

Suspension knuckles may fracture and separate links

NHTSA campaign 21V912000 lists the 2022 Tesla Model Y for a condition in which suspension knuckles may fracture and separate links.

“Tesla Model Y suspension knuckle fracture”“Model Y suspension link separates”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2024 Tesla Cybertruck · Tires & wheels

Tire or wheel failure may cause loss of control

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.

“tire keeps losing air”“wheel feels loose”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2017 to 2025 Tesla Model 3 · Tires & wheels

Tire or wheel failure may cause loss of control

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.

“tire keeps losing air”“wheel feels loose”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2020 to 2025 Tesla Model Y · Tires & wheels

Tire or wheel failure may cause loss of control

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.

“tire keeps losing air”“wheel feels loose”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2021 to 2022 Tesla Model S · Visibility & cameras

Visibility defect may reduce the driver's view

The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.

“windshield wipers stopped”“cannot see clearly through windshield”

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Safety recallPrompt inspection

2021 to 2022 Tesla Model X · Visibility & cameras

Visibility defect may reduce the driver's view

The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.

“windshield wipers stopped”“cannot see clearly through windshield”

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Safety recallBook an inspection

2017 to 2020 Tesla Model 3 · Camera & visibility

Rear camera feed flickers or disappears

A flickering or blank reversing camera may come from repeated trunk movement wearing the solid-core coaxial cable in the decklid harness.

“backup camera black screen”“rear camera flickers”

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Researching Tesla vehicles

Read the method behind the match

These guides explain the checks that apply across several problem files. Use the vehicle pages for the exact record scope.

Safety6 min read

Check recalls by VIN

A VIN search checks the displayed NHTSA records for an unrepaired safety recall associated with one vehicle. A model search shows only the wider campaign population.

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Safety and triage8 min read

When a car is unsafe

A warning light does not always mean the same thing, but weak brakes or smoke leave little room for experimentation. Damaged tires and certain recall instructions can do the same.

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Diagnosis and symptoms8 min read

Why symptoms overlap

“It makes a weird noise” is useful human language. Diagnosis begins when that language is tied to the exact vehicle and its operating conditions.

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Search phrases from the driver seat

Does one of these sound familiar?

Each phrase opens its underlying problem file. Compare the complete symptom pattern before drawing a conclusion.

“Model Y steering wheel fastener loose”“2022 Tesla steering wheel disconnects”“Tesla Model Y steering wheel bolt problem”“Model Y steering and steering wheel recall”“NHTSA campaign 23V385000”“body panel feels loose”“part hanging under car”“rattle from body”“roof part coming loose”“body component detached”“structure recall”“door will not stay shut”“door opens while driving”“door latch is broken”“car door will not lock”“door ajar warning stays on”“loose door handle”“door will not stay shut”