Tesla Model 3 recall (23V235000)

Tesla · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 23V235000
Report Received: 2023-03-31
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Make: Tesla
Model(s): MODEL 3
Model Year(s): 2018, 2019
Component: SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Potentially Affected Units: 422

Defect Description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.

Consequence

A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.

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