Safety Recall NHTSA · 25V490000 Reported July 28, 2025

A loose ground wire may prevent horn from sounding

Tesla, Inc. · Electrical System · 6 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
25V490000
Manufacturer Campaign
SB-25-17-009
Manufacturer
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
6
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 28, 2025
Completion Rate
50.00

Defect Summary

Tesla, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain 2026 model y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.

Safety Consequence

An inoperable horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers as needed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed september 23, 2025. Owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is sb-25-17-009.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 25V490000 or campaign SB-25-17-009.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 25V490000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 25V490000?

NHTSA recall 25V490000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on July 28, 2025. It addresses: A loose ground wire may prevent horn from sounding. The recall affects approximately 6 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 25V490000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB-25-17-009. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.