2023 Tesla Model Y Recall: Back Over Prevention (NHTSA 24V035000)

NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) issued a recall affecting 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla, Inc.. Below is the official summary, the risk involved, and the fix available at no cost.

Table of contents
  1. What does the official notice say?
  2. Risk if left unaddressed
  3. Manufacturer's fix (remedy)
  4. Additional notes
  5. How to check if your vehicle is affected
  6. Frequently asked questions

What does the official notice say?

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, X, and Y vehicles equipped with full self-driving computer 4.0 and running a software release version 2023.44.30 through 2023.44.30.6 or 2023.44.100. Software instability may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.

Risk if left unaddressed

A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer's fix (remedy)

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-002.

Additional notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

How to check if your vehicle is affected

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the official NHTSA lookup tool at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in this campaign (number 24V035000).

Frequently asked questions

What is NHTSA recall 24V035000?

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, X, and Y vehicles equipped with full self-driving computer 4.0 and running a software release version 2023.44.30 through 2023.44.30.6 or 2023.44.100. Software instability may prevent the rearview camera image from displaying.

What happens if this recall isn't fixed?

A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

Is the repair free, and how do I check my VIN?

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 22, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-002. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included in campaign 24V035000.

Source: public NHTSA data, campaign 24V035000, reported on 22/01/2024. This content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice, and was compiled from official data with editorial review prior to publication.

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