Recall 22V818000 — STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM Defect in 2017-2021 TESLA MODEL S
RECALL This recall affects up to 40,168 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 22V818000 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 40,168 |
| Component | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
Safety Consequence
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.
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