Tesla, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10V458000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V458000 by Tesla, Inc.. Includes 439 affected units, 12V AUXILIARY CABLE CONTAINMENT, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tesla is recalling certain model year 2010 roadster 2.0 and 2.5 vehicles equipped with a 12v auxiliary cable. the 12v auxiliary cable for the low voltage back up power system may be improperly routed. If the wire is improperly routed, and trapped against the wheel well cover, the wire may abrade against the edge of the carbon fiber armature and, over time, expose the wire. Contact between the bare wire and carbon fiber may cause a short-circuit leading to possible electrical arching.

Corrective Action

Tesla motors will check the routing of the 12v auxiliary cable and install a protective sleeve over the wire free of charge. This will prevent misrouting and pinching by the wheel well cover. the safety recall began on october 31, 2010. owners may contact tesla customer service at 877-888-3752.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V458000
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2010-10-01T00:00:00
Subject: 12v auxiliary cable containment
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 439

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Tesla is recalling certain model year 2010 roadster 2.0 and 2.5 vehicles equipped with a 12v auxiliary cable. the 12v auxiliary cable for the low voltage back up power system may be improperly routed. If the wire is improperly routed, and trapped against the wheel well cover, the wire may abrade against the edge of the carbon fiber armature and, over time, expose the wire. Contact between the bare wire and carbon fiber may cause a short-circuit leading to possible electrical arching.
Consequence Summary: Short circuit and electrical arcing could lead to a fire in the right front headlamp area.
Corrective Action: Tesla motors will check the routing of the 12v auxiliary cable and install a protective sleeve over the wire free of charge. This will prevent misrouting and pinching by the wheel well cover. the safety recall began on october 31, 2010. owners may contact tesla customer service at 877-888-3752.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 10V458000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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