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NHTSA Recall 25V092000: Electric power assist system (steering)

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 376,241 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Tesla Model 3.

376,241
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2025
owners notified (March 25)
NHTSA campaign25V092000
Manufacturer campaignSB-25-00-004
ComponentSTEERING › ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Report receivedFebruary 14, 2025
Owner notificationMarch 25, 2025
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and then accelerates again.

Safety risk

A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, 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 March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-004.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V092000

Make and modelModel years
Tesla Model 32023
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.