Recall 21V-387
Tesla, Inc. recalled the 2019 to 2021 Tesla Model 3 and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (critical fasteners); Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, disc, caliper).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 21V-387
- Reported
- May 25, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 5,974 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
The risk
Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting [link removed] or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-[removed]). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
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 3 2019 to 2021
- Tesla Model Y 2020 to 2021