Recall 20V-609
Tesla, Inc. recalled the 2020 Tesla Model Y: Exterior lighting (brake lights); Exterior lighting.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V-609
- Reported
- September 30, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 2,567 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (OTA) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-[removed]. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-20-00-002.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Tesla Model Y 2020