TESLA MODEL S 2018: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V846000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL S | 2018 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2021-10-25 | 2021-10-29 | 2021-11-01 |
Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-21-00-004
Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 11728
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning "FCW" or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake "AEB" system.
Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla Service has released an over-the-air "OTA" software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.
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.
