Recall 23V235000 — SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS Defect in 2018-2019 TESLA MODEL 3
RECALL This recall affects up to 422 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 23V235000 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 422 |
| Component | SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Safety Consequence
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.
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