TESLA MODEL S 2020: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22V818000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL S | 2020 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2022-12-31 | 2022-11-01 | 2022-11-02 |
Manufacturers Involved: Tesla, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SB-22-00-014
Component: STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 40168
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Tesla, Inc. "Tesla" is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering "EPAS" system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla has released an over-the-air "OTA" software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.
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.
