TESLA MODEL S 2012: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V204000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL S | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-05-07 | 2018-03-29 | 2018-03-30 |
Production Dates: 2012-05-31 - 2016-04-09
Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-18-32-002
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 70421
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.
Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.
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.safercar.gov.
