Tesla, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V609000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V609000 by Tesla, Inc.. Affecting 2020 model y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration Includes 2,567 affected units, Inoperative Trailer Brake Lights/FMVSS 108, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2020 model y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration

Defect Summary

Tesla, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain 2020 model y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. a software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Corrective Action

Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (ota) to vehicles as of september 23, 2020. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-20-00-002.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V609000
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-09-30T00:00:00
Subject: Inoperative trailer brake lights/fmvss 108
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 2,567

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SB-20-00-002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Tesla, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain 2020 model y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. a software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Consequence Summary: Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (ota) to vehicles as of september 23, 2020. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-20-00-002.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 20V609000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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