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NHTSA Recall 23V489000: Camera (forward collision avoidance)

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,337 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Tesla Model S.

1,337
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2023
owners notified (September 12)
NHTSA campaign23V489000
Manufacturer campaignSB-23-17-006
ComponentFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE › SENSING SYSTEM › CAMERA
Report receivedJuly 14, 2023
Owner notificationSeptember 12, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model S, Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The forward-facing camera may be misaligned, causing some of the active safety features such as emergency braking, forward collision warning, and lane assist to become unavailable without alerting the driver.

Safety risk

Safety features that are unavailable without any warning to the driver may increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and adjust the pitch angle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-17-006.

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 23V489000

Make and modelModel years
Tesla Model S2023
Tesla Model X2023
Tesla Model Y2023

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.