Recall record at a glance
| Official record | 26V283000 |
|---|---|
| Category | Vehicle Recalls |
| Recalling firm | Tesla, Inc. |
| Component | BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE |
| Report date | May 5, 2026 |
| Location | United States |
What the recall covers
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Potential consequence
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy described by NHTSA
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
Vehicle pages currently linked in our database
These are the make, model and model-year pages currently linked to this campaign in Recall Lookup USA. The official NHTSA record may cover additional vehicles.
- 2023 Tesla Model 3
- 2023 Tesla Model S
- 2023 Tesla Model X
- 2023 Tesla Model Y
- 2022 Tesla Model 3
- 2022 Tesla Model S
- 2022 Tesla Model X
- 2022 Tesla Model Y
- 2021 Tesla Model 3
- 2021 Tesla Model S
- 2021 Tesla Model X
- 2021 Tesla Model Y
- 2020 Tesla Model Y
What to do next
Use the NHTSA recall lookup with your VIN for the most precise vehicle-specific result, then follow the remedy instructions provided by the manufacturer or an authorized dealer. A model-level campaign page cannot confirm whether a particular VIN is affected.
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