Tesla Model Y recall (25V658000)

Tesla · United States Recall

NHTSA Campaign ID: 25V658000
Report Received: 2025-10-01
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Make: Tesla
Model(s): MODEL Y
Model Year(s): 2026
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Potentially Affected Units: 260

Defect Description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The reverse lights may fail to illuminate while the vehicle is in reverse, due to a defect in the wiring. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Reverse lights that fail to illuminate reduce visibility and may not alert pedestrians or other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will replace the reverse lights and reverse facia harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-011.

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