NHTSA Recall 25V002000: Software (back over prevention) and electrical system
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 239,382 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Tesla Model 3.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V002000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-25-00-001 |
| Components | BACK OVER PREVENTION › SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | January 6, 2025 |
| Owner notification | March 7, 2025 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Safety risk
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V002000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | 2024, 2025 |
| Tesla Model S | 2024, 2025 |
| Tesla Model X | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
| Tesla Model Y | 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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.