TESLA MODEL 3 2019: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V935000

Make Model Year
TESLA MODEL 3 2019
Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2024-12-17 2024-12-18

Production Dates: 2019-08-23 - 2019-08-23

Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-24-00-018

Component: TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 694304

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: 138

Summary

Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system "TPMS" warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Consequence

Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla released an over-the-air "OTA" software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.

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.