NHTSA Recall 23V385000: Critical fasteners (steering) and steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 137 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Tesla Model Y.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V385000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-23-32-001 |
| Components | STEERING › CRITICAL FASTENERS; STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | May 30, 2023 |
| Owner notification | July 28, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Model Y vehicles. The steering wheel fastener may be loose.
Safety risk
A loose fastener may allow the steering wheel to disconnect from the steering column, which can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and replace the fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed July 28, 2023. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-32-001.
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 23V385000
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.