NHTSA Recall 21V00D000: Interior (visibility) and 2 other components
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 356,309 vehicles. It affects 2017–2020 Tesla Model 3.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V00D000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-21-17-008 |
| Components | VISIBILITY › REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES › INTERIOR; BACK OVER PREVENTION › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK |
| Report received | December 21, 2021 |
| Owner notification | April 25, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles. The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Safety risk
A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V00D000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.