NHTSA Recall 23V679000: Switch/sensor/float (service brakes) and electrical system
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 54,676 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Tesla Model X.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V679000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-23-00-005 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING › SWITCH/SENSOR/FLOAT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | October 11, 2023 |
| Owner notification | December 12, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles. The vehicle controller may fail to detect low brake fluid and will not display a warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Safety risk
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-005.
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 23V679000
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.