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Tesla Model S — 24V051000

NHTSA ID
24V051000
Make
Tesla
Model
Model S
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2024-01-30
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Units Affected
2,193,869
Completion Rate
Mfr Campaign No.
SB-24-00-003

Summary

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Consequence

Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Affected Vehicles

Tesla Model S
Model Years: 2012

2012 Tesla Model S