Recall 25V490000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN Defect in 2026-2026 TESLA MODEL Y
RECALL This recall affects up to 6 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 25V490000 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 6 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Remedy
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.
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| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V699000 | 2026 TESLA CYBERTRUCK | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 63,619 | |
| 25V690000 | 2025 TESLA MODEL 3 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS | 12,963 | |
| 25V658000 | 2026 TESLA MODEL Y | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 260 | |
| 25V170000 | 2025 TESLA CYBERTRUCK | STRUCTURE:BODY | 46,096 | |
| 25V410000 | 2026 TESLA MODEL Y | SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 48 | |
| 25V359000 | 2026 TESLA MODEL Y | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES | 172 | |
| 25V172000 | 2023 TESLA MODEL S | AIR BAGS | 91 | |
| 25V092000 | 2023 TESLA MODEL 3 | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | 376,241 | |
| 25V002000 | 2025 TESLA MODEL Y | BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE | 239,382 | |
| 24V967000 | 2021 TESLA MODEL X | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:CUSHION | 487 |