Tesla, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #09V178000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V178000 by Tesla, Inc.. Includes 345 affected units, UNDER-TORQUED REAR HUB FLANGE BOLTS, component: WHEELS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tesla motors, inc. Is recalling 345 my 2008 tesla roadster vehicles manufactured between march 2008 and april 22, 2009. the rear hub flange bolts on some of these vehicles may be under-torqued and may become loose. a loose hub could lead to degradation in vehicle handling, and a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Tesla will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on may 28, 2009. owners may contact tesla toll-free at 1-877-888-3752.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V178000
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2009-05-26T00:00:00
Subject: Under-torqued rear hub flange bolts
Component: Wheels
Potentially Affected Units: 345

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Tesla motors, inc. Is recalling 345 my 2008 tesla roadster vehicles manufactured between march 2008 and april 22, 2009. the rear hub flange bolts on some of these vehicles may be under-torqued and may become loose. a loose hub could lead to degradation in vehicle handling, and a rubbing noise from the rear of the vehicle.
Consequence Summary: If the problem is not addressed promptly, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, which could lead to a crash.
Corrective Action: Tesla will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on may 28, 2009. owners may contact tesla toll-free at 1-877-888-3752.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-gcwg~vgn7.e6mc
NHTSA ID: 09V178000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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