NHTSA Recall 24V051000: Instrument cluster/panel (electrical system)
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,193,869 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Tesla Cybertruck.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V051000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-24-00-003 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL |
| Report received | January 30, 2024 |
| Owner notification | February 21, 2024 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Safety risk
Warning lights with a smaller font size can make critical safety information on the instrument panel difficult to read, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.
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 24V051000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Tesla Cybertruck | 2024 |
| Tesla Model 3 | 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Tesla Model S | 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 |
| Tesla Model X | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
| Tesla Model Y | 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 |
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.