NHTSA recall record

Tesla electric power assist system recall — NHTSA campaign 22V818000

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss…

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22V818000official record ID
Nov 1, 2022report date

Recall record at a glance

Official record22V818000
CategoryVehicle Recalls
Recalling firmTesla, Inc.
ComponentSTEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Report dateNov 1, 2022
LocationUnited States

What the recall covers

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.

Potential consequence

A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy described by NHTSA

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.

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Additional NHTSA 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.

What to do next

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