Report Date
May 25, 2021
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Affected Vehicles
5
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
Safety Consequence
Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | TESLA | MODEL 3 |
| 2020 | TESLA | MODEL 3 |
| 2020 | TESLA | MODEL Y |
| 2021 | TESLA | MODEL 3 |
| 2021 | TESLA | MODEL Y |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.