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NHTSA Recall 25V690000: Fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts (electrical system)

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12,963 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Tesla Model 3.

12,963
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2025
owners notified (December 9)
NHTSA campaign25V690000
Manufacturer campaignSB-25-16-005
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS
Report receivedOctober 10, 2025
Owner notificationDecember 9, 2025
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-16-005.

Vehicles covered by recall 25V690000

Make and modelModel years
Tesla Model 32025
Tesla Model Y2026

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.