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NHTSA Recall 24V554000: Software (electrical system) and latch (latches/locks/linkages)

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,849,638 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Tesla Model 3.

1,849,638
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2024
owners notified (September 22)
NHTSA campaign24V554000
Manufacturer campaignSB-24-00-012
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › HOOD › LATCH
Report receivedJuly 24, 2024
Owner notificationSeptember 22, 2024
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.

Safety risk

An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.

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 24V554000

Make and modelModel years
Tesla Model 32021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Tesla Model S2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Tesla Model X2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Tesla Model Y2020, 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.