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645, "ratio": 16.5}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 625, "ratio": 13.1}, {"term": "cruise", "docs": 924, "ratio": 5.6}, {"term": "control", "docs": 1378, "ratio": 3.0}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 898, "ratio": 3.8}, {"term": "front", "docs": 1092, "ratio": 2.4}, {"term": "restraint", "docs": 268, "ratio": 12.3}, {"term": "fsd", "docs": 239, "ratio": 15.0}], "investigations": [{"action": "PE26006", "subject": "Lower Lateral Link detachment", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM", "opened": "2026-07-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 156 complaints alleging a suspension failure in model year (MY) 2018-2020 Model 3 and MY 2021-2023 Model Y vehicles. The suspension failure involves the detachment of the front lower lateral link, which potentially causes a loss of vehicle directional control. In most cases, there was no advance warning or indication that the suspension failure would occur.  Some cases cite noises occurring prior to failure, but note that the vehicle provides no visual warnings. Once the failure occurs, the vehicle may not be drivable, thus requiring a tow. Tesla has previously recalled vehicles for lateral link detachments through two recalls. Recall 21V-835 addressed 2,791 MY2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 vehicles due to a production issue. Recall 23V-235 addressed 422 2018-2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles that had experienced similar failures to those recalled under 21V-835. The subject failures for this investigation exceed the scope of these recalls and do not appear to be related to the production issue that prompted those recalls. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation to determine the underlying cause, scope, and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "DP25002", "subject": "Emergency egress controls are not readily accessible and clearly identifiable.", "component": "STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:INTERIOR", "opened": "2025-12-23", "closed": "2026-07-22", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has completed its review of a defect petition received on November 24, 2025, requesting an investigation into the emergency mechanical door release in 2022 Model Year (MY) Tesla Model 3.  The petition alleges that the controls for the emergency mechanical door release are not accessible and clearly identifiable and thus fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 206. A vehicle equipped with electric door handles without an accessible mechanical door release creates a risk to safety when the electric door handle becomes inoperative due to loss of power and occupants are unable to easily locate the mechanical door release to exit the vehicle in case of an emergency. A concealed or hard to locate emergency door release could prevent an operator or occupant from exiting the vehicle in the event of an emergency, such as a crash or fire. The potential risk for entrapment can result in a severe injury or death of the operator and other occupants of the vehicle. As of March 13, 2026, out of the population of 179,031 subject vehicles, NHTSA has identified one (1) consumer complaint, in NHTSA’s databases alleging that the mechanical door release is concealed and unlabeled, resulting in a risk of entrapment in the event of an emergency, as cited in the Petition.  The complaint is for the same Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) as the subject vehicle of the Petition. The allegation describes a front impact collision, where the vehicle lost electrical power, and the electric door mechanism stopped working. The 2022 MY Model 3 has a mechanical release for the front doors, located in front of the window switch on the door's interior and consists of a lever that can be pulled up to open the door. The subject vehicle does not have a mechanical release for the back doors. The owner’s manual for the 2022 MY Tesla Model 3 includes a section labeled “In Case of Emergency” that details how to open doors from th", "years": [2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "EA24001", "subject": "Loss of steering control", "component": "STEERING", "opened": "2024-02-01", "closed": "2026-06-25", "campaign": "25V092", "summary": "On July 28, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE23014) to investigate instances of loss of electronic power-assisted steering in MY 2023 Tesla Model 3 and MY 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla, Inc. The complaints allege a sudden and unexpected inability to turn the steering wheel or an increase in effort required to turn the steering wheel. These conditions were alleged to occur both during the drive cycle, at various speeds, and at vehicle start up. Consumers reported receiving the warning message “Steering assist reduced” either before, during, or after the loss of steering control, and some consumers described their steering begin to feel “notchy” or “clicky” either prior to or just after the incident. On February 1, 2024, PE23014 was upgraded to EA24001 to further investigate the alleged defect in the affected vehicles. Tesla identified the cause of the increase in steering effort as an overvoltage breakdown (the voltage applied exceeds the maximum design limit), which can overstress motor drive components on the printed circuit board of the vehicle’s steering Electronic Control Unit (ECU). If the primary motor drive components experienced an overvoltage breakdown occurrence while the vehicle was traveling above 0 mph, electronic power-assisted steering would be diverted to secondary motor drive components. The secondary, or backup, motor drive components would maintain electronic power-assisted steering until the vehicle reached 0 mph. If the vehicle was operating on the secondary system and reached 0 mph, the driver would lose electronic power-assisted steering with manual steering remaining available. Only manual steering would remain until the vehicle’s steering ECU is replaced. On February 19, 2025, Tesla filed safety recall 25V092 to address the loss of electronic power-assisted steering. The recall filing documents state that a steering ECU software update, identified as 2023.3", "years": [2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE23014", "subject": "Loss of steering control", "component": "STEERING", "opened": "2023-07-28", "closed": "2024-02-05", "campaign": "", "summary": "On July 28, 2023, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE23-014) after receiving 12 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) reporting loss of steering control in model years (MY) 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Y vehicles. During PE23-014, ODI interviewed complainants, sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla, and convened technical meetings with Tesla that included a joint inspection of a crashed vehicle. The investigation identified 2,388 total complaints regarding the alleged defect, including 124 complaints through VOQs and 2,264 complaints through manufacturer data. ODI is associating 1 crash to this investigation (11544655), where a driver was unable to complete a right hand turn in the intersection and hit a vehicle. This vehicle was subject to a joint inspection by ODI and Tesla. The steering rack was recovered by ODI with the consumer’s permission. ODI’s interviews of allegations supplied to the agency, in the form of VOQs, identified patterns of the incoming complaint traffic. Complaints allege an inability to turn the steering wheel, while other complaints allege an increase in required effort to turn the steering wheel.  These conditions were reported to occur during the drive cycle as well as at start-up.  Approximately one-third of complaints with a reported speed occurred at vehicle start-up or speeds less than 5 mph. Interviews with failures reported at speeds over 5 mph, half reported an inability to turn the steering wheel. A majority of complaints with a reported speed reported between 5 mph and 35 mph with approximately 1 in 10 occurring on open roads at speeds 35 mph and over. The highest reported speed regarding an alleged inability to turn the steering wheel is 75 mph. A majority of allegations reported seeing a warning message, “Steering assist reduced”, either before, during or after the loss of steering control. A portion of drivers described their steering begin to feel “notchy” or “clickyâ€", "years": [2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21023", "subject": "Tesla Passenger Play", "component": "EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE", "opened": "2021-12-21", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-023) on December 21, 2021, to evaluate the driver distraction potential and use frequency / circumstances of in-vehicle game-play functionality referred to as ?Passenger Play? in certain model year (MY) 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y vehicles. Distracted driving can result in an increased risk of a crash. PE21-023 was prompted by the receipt of Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) 11439598 from the owner of a 2021 Model 3 on November 6, 2021. ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla on January 20, 2022 and received Tesla?s response on March 4, 2022.On December 24, 2020, Tesla introduced Passenger Play to vehicles equipped with the Intel Atom processor (receiving an aftersale software update) via its 2020 holiday release. Passenger Play permitted occupants to play specific games selected by Tesla for primarily turn-based play style and limited gameplay motion with the transmission in Drive and the vehicle in motion. Under these conditions, a notification would display on the screen and the screen area devoted to the game would reduce from 100% to accommodate vehicle controls and driving task data readout. Specific changes varied among models. On December 21, 2022, Tesla voluntarily disabled Passenger Play capability with Firmware Release 2021.44.25.1 in response to NHTSA?s request. Tesla reported a month later that a 97% completion rate was achieved though Tesla?s Over the Air (OTA) update. ODI opened PE 21-023 to evaluate the driver distraction potential of Tesla Passenger Play while the vehicle is being driven including aspects of the feature, frequency, and use scenarios.Based on the analysis conducted, PE21-023 has been closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists. Furthermore, it does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action, if warranted, or the potential for a future finding that a saf", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21020", "subject": "Autopilot & First Responder Scenes", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2021-08-13", "closed": "2022-06-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On August 13, 2021, NHTSA?s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-020) to assess the performance of Tesla?s Autopilot system (a system characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 driving automation system designed to support and assist the driver in performing the driving task) available in Tesla vehicles. The investigation opening was motivated by an accumulation of crashes in which Tesla vehicles, operating with Autopilot engaged, struck stationary in-road or roadside first responder vehicles tending to pre-existing collision scenes. Upon opening the investigation, NHTSA indicated that the PE would also evaluate additional similar circumstance crashes of Tesla vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged, as well as assess the technologies and methods used to monitor, assist, and enforce the driver?s engagement with the dynamic driving task during Autopilot operation.PE21-020 is upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to extend the existing crash analysis, evaluate additional data sets, perform vehicle evaluations, and to explore the degree to which Autopilot and associated Tesla systems may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver?s supervision. In doing so, NHTSA plans to continue its assessment of vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations.The attached Detailed Summary further describes NHTSA?s review to date and the basis for upgrade to an EA.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP20001", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS", "opened": "2020-01-13", "closed": "2021-01-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On December 19, 2019, NHTSA received a petition from Mr. Brian Sparks requesting that the Agency recall all [Tesla] Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles produced from 2013 to the present due to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA). In his petition and follow-up submissions, the petitioner identified a total of 232 non-duplicative complaints to NHTSA, including 203 reporting crashes. On January 13, 2020, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition DP20-001 to evaluate the petitioner?s request. ODI's evaluation included reviews of all complaints and supporting information referenced by the petitioner, as well as 14 additional complaints to NHTSA related to SUA crash allegations that were either not selected by the petitioner or were submitted after the petitioner's most recent submission. The review also included analyses of available crash data (EDR, Tesla log data, and/or video data) the Agency acquired as part of the evaluation.After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into SUA in the subject vehicles. In every instance in which event data was available for review by ODI, the evidence shows that SUA crashes in the complaints cited by the petitioner have been caused by pedal misapplication. There is no evidence of any fault in the accelerator pedal assemblies, motor control systems, or brake systems that has contributed to any of the cited incidents. There is no evidence of a design factor contributing to increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. The theory provided of a potential electronic cause of SUA in the subject vehicles is based upon inaccurate assumptions about system design and log data.NHTSA is authorized to issue an order requiring notification and remedy of a defect if the Agency?s investigation shows a defect in design, construction, or performance of a motor vehicle that presents an unreasonable risk to safety. 49 U.S.C. ?? 30102(a)(9), 30118. Si", "years": [2018, 2019], "open": false}], "segment_rank": 8, "segment_n": 10, "peers": [{"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "avg_per_year": 17.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.41, "top_group": "hvac", "complaints": 708, "recalls": 31, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "falling", "rank": 1, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Bolt EV", "avg_per_year": 17.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.42, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 532, "recalls": 13, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 2, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "avg_per_year": 18.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.44, "top_group": "hvac", "complaints": 736, "recalls": 33, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "falling", "rank": 3, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Mustang Mach-E", "avg_per_year": 28.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.69, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 650, "recalls": 0, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 4, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "F-150 Lightning", "avg_per_year": 33.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.79, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 536, "recalls": 2, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "falling", "rank": 5, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "EV6", "avg_per_year": 38.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.91, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 535, "recalls": 5, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 6, "self": false}, {"make": "Volkswagen", "model": "ID.4", "avg_per_year": 48.7, "idx_vs_all": 1.16, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 991, "recalls": 24, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 7, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "avg_per_year": 100.4, "idx_vs_all": 2.39, "top_group": "adas", "complaints": 4228, "recalls": 35, "trend": "worsening", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 8, "self": true}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Ioniq 5", "avg_per_year": 114.8, "idx_vs_all": 2.73, "top_group": "electrical", "complaints": 1319, "recalls": 14, "trend": "improving", "recent_trend": "rising", "rank": 9, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "avg_per_year": 128.3, "idx_vs_all": 3.05, "top_group": "adas", "complaints": 3749, "recalls": 36, "trend": "stable", "recent_trend": "steady", "rank": 10, "self": false}], "changed": "2026-09-04"}, "model_years": [{"first_filed": "2018-05-04", "last_filed": "2026-08-31", "median_filing_delay_days": 9, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 1008, "crashes": 101, "fires": 4, "injuries": 43, "deaths": 0, "severe": 105, "severe_share": 10.4, "injuries_per_100": 4.3, "per_year": 116.2, "age_years": 8.7, "by_group": [{"group": "airbags", "count": 166, "share": 16.5, "ratio": 4.32}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 156, "share": 15.5, "ratio": 0.98}, {"group": "adas", "count": 150, "share": 14.9, "ratio": 2.6}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 141, "share": 14.0, "ratio": 5.62}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 88, "share": 8.7, "ratio": 0.97}, {"group": "structure", "count": 79, "share": 7.8, "ratio": 0.85}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 77, "share": 7.6, "ratio": 1.25}, {"group": "steering", "count": 71, "share": 7.0, "ratio": 1.08}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 27, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 0.23}, {"group": "other", "count": 26, "share": 2.6, "ratio": 1.44}, {"group": "engine", "count": 10, "share": 1.0, "ratio": 0.05}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 9, "share": 0.9, "ratio": 0.58}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 8, "share": 0.8, "ratio": 0.19}], "top_group": "airbags", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2018, "count": 30}, {"year": 2019, "count": 63}, {"year": 2020, "count": 64}, {"year": 2021, "count": 71}, {"year": 2022, "count": 223}, {"year": 2023, "count": 219}, {"year": 2024, "count": 185}, {"year": 2025, "count": 85}, {"year": 2026, "count": 68}], "early": 93, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 40, "share": 4.0}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 85, "share": 8.4}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 63, "share": 6.2}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 306, "share": 30.4}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 514, "share": 51.0}], "median_age_months": 60, "recent_12m": 100, "prior_12m": 96, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 19, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V507000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2026-08-05", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V376000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2024-05-28", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V153000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2024-02-27", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V051000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2024-01-30", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V838000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2023-12-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy.  In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.", "consequence": "In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2023-03-31", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles.  The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.", "consequence": "A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001.  This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V085000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2023-02-15", "component": "STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.", "consequence": "FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V798000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-10-21", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat\r\nbelt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.", "consequence": "An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V702000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles.  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, \"Power-Operated Window Systems.\"", "consequence": "A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V263000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-04-18", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles.  The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, \"Control and Displays.\"", "consequence": "The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-04-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063.  Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V169000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-03-18", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases.  The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V063000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-02-04", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235.  Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V045000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-02-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V037000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2022-01-27", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The \"rolling stop\" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.", "consequence": "Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the \"rolling stop\" functionality, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V00D000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2021-12-21", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles.  The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.", "consequence": "A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V846000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2021-10-29", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2.  A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.", "consequence": "Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  The recall began October 25, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V389000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "received": "2021-05-25", "component": "SEAT BELTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.", "consequence": "An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752).  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["adas", "airbags", "electrical", "exterior", "steering", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 76.6, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 14, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2018, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:33:41+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 2.76, "idx_vs_make": 1.75, "idx_vs_year": 2.37, "idx_vs_segment": 2.06, "early_idx": 1.04, "band": "far_more", "rank_in_year": 67, "n_in_year": 73, "peers_year": [{"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 14.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.35, "complaints": 128, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 16.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.38, "complaints": 140, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 116.2, "idx_vs_all": 2.76, "complaints": 1008, "self": true}], "prev_year": null, "next_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 79.2, "complaints": 608}, "investigations": [{"action": "PE26006", "subject": "Lower Lateral Link detachment", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM", "opened": "2026-07-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 156 complaints alleging a suspension failure in model year (MY) 2018-2020 Model 3 and MY 2021-2023 Model Y vehicles. The suspension failure involves the detachment of the front lower lateral link, which potentially causes a loss of vehicle directional control. In most cases, there was no advance warning or indication that the suspension failure would occur.  Some cases cite noises occurring prior to failure, but note that the vehicle provides no visual warnings. Once the failure occurs, the vehicle may not be drivable, thus requiring a tow. Tesla has previously recalled vehicles for lateral link detachments through two recalls. Recall 21V-835 addressed 2,791 MY2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 vehicles due to a production issue. Recall 23V-235 addressed 422 2018-2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles that had experienced similar failures to those recalled under 21V-835. The subject failures for this investigation exceed the scope of these recalls and do not appear to be related to the production issue that prompted those recalls. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation to determine the underlying cause, scope, and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21023", "subject": "Tesla Passenger Play", "component": "EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE", "opened": "2021-12-21", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-023) on December 21, 2021, to evaluate the driver distraction potential and use frequency / circumstances of in-vehicle game-play functionality referred to as ?Passenger Play? in certain model year (MY) 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y vehicles. Distracted driving can result in an increased risk of a crash. PE21-023 was prompted by the receipt of Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) 11439598 from the owner of a 2021 Model 3 on November 6, 2021. ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla on January 20, 2022 and received Tesla?s response on March 4, 2022.On December 24, 2020, Tesla introduced Passenger Play to vehicles equipped with the Intel Atom processor (receiving an aftersale software update) via its 2020 holiday release. Passenger Play permitted occupants to play specific games selected by Tesla for primarily turn-based play style and limited gameplay motion with the transmission in Drive and the vehicle in motion. Under these conditions, a notification would display on the screen and the screen area devoted to the game would reduce from 100% to accommodate vehicle controls and driving task data readout. Specific changes varied among models. On December 21, 2022, Tesla voluntarily disabled Passenger Play capability with Firmware Release 2021.44.25.1 in response to NHTSA?s request. Tesla reported a month later that a 97% completion rate was achieved though Tesla?s Over the Air (OTA) update. ODI opened PE 21-023 to evaluate the driver distraction potential of Tesla Passenger Play while the vehicle is being driven including aspects of the feature, frequency, and use scenarios.Based on the analysis conducted, PE21-023 has been closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists. Furthermore, it does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action, if warranted, or the potential for a future finding that a saf", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21020", "subject": "Autopilot & First Responder Scenes", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2021-08-13", "closed": "2022-06-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On August 13, 2021, NHTSA?s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-020) to assess the performance of Tesla?s Autopilot system (a system characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 driving automation system designed to support and assist the driver in performing the driving task) available in Tesla vehicles. The investigation opening was motivated by an accumulation of crashes in which Tesla vehicles, operating with Autopilot engaged, struck stationary in-road or roadside first responder vehicles tending to pre-existing collision scenes. Upon opening the investigation, NHTSA indicated that the PE would also evaluate additional similar circumstance crashes of Tesla vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged, as well as assess the technologies and methods used to monitor, assist, and enforce the driver?s engagement with the dynamic driving task during Autopilot operation.PE21-020 is upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to extend the existing crash analysis, evaluate additional data sets, perform vehicle evaluations, and to explore the degree to which Autopilot and associated Tesla systems may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver?s supervision. In doing so, NHTSA plans to continue its assessment of vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations.The attached Detailed Summary further describes NHTSA?s review to date and the basis for upgrade to an EA.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP20001", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS", "opened": "2020-01-13", "closed": "2021-01-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On December 19, 2019, NHTSA received a petition from Mr. Brian Sparks requesting that the Agency recall all [Tesla] Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles produced from 2013 to the present due to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA). In his petition and follow-up submissions, the petitioner identified a total of 232 non-duplicative complaints to NHTSA, including 203 reporting crashes. On January 13, 2020, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition DP20-001 to evaluate the petitioner?s request. ODI's evaluation included reviews of all complaints and supporting information referenced by the petitioner, as well as 14 additional complaints to NHTSA related to SUA crash allegations that were either not selected by the petitioner or were submitted after the petitioner's most recent submission. The review also included analyses of available crash data (EDR, Tesla log data, and/or video data) the Agency acquired as part of the evaluation.After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into SUA in the subject vehicles. In every instance in which event data was available for review by ODI, the evidence shows that SUA crashes in the complaints cited by the petitioner have been caused by pedal misapplication. There is no evidence of any fault in the accelerator pedal assemblies, motor control systems, or brake systems that has contributed to any of the cited incidents. There is no evidence of a design factor contributing to increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. The theory provided of a potential electronic cause of SUA in the subject vehicles is based upon inaccurate assumptions about system design and log data.NHTSA is authorized to issue an order requiring notification and remedy of a defect if the Agency?s investigation shows a defect in design, construction, or performance of a motor vehicle that presents an unreasonable risk to safety. 49 U.S.C. ?? 30102(a)(9), 30118. Si", "years": [2018, 2019], "open": false}], "keywords": {"airbags": [{"term": "restraint", "docs": 116, "ratio": 136.1}, {"term": "system fault", "docs": 78, "ratio": 172.0}, {"term": "passenger safety", "docs": 50, "ratio": 176.2}, {"term": "front passenger", "docs": 68, "ratio": 39.9}, {"term": "airbag", "docs": 68, "ratio": 32.5}, {"term": "seat", "docs": 88, "ratio": 13.1}], "electrical": [{"term": "power conversion", "docs": 16, "ratio": 398.8}, {"term": "conversion system", "docs": 15, "ratio": 419.2}, {"term": "safety restraint", "docs": 21, "ratio": 54.0}, {"term": "system fault", "docs": 20, "ratio": 46.9}, {"term": "restraint system", "docs": 20, "ratio": 34.3}, {"term": "visibility prevention", "docs": 12, "ratio": 325.5}], "adas": [{"term": "autopilot", "docs": 56, "ratio": 40.3}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 38, "ratio": 22.4}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 50, "ratio": 5.9}, {"term": "full self", "docs": 18, "ratio": 59.5}, {"term": "lane", "docs": 45, "ratio": 5.1}, {"term": "fsd", "docs": 20, "ratio": 35.3}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2019-04-20", "last_filed": "2026-08-25", "median_filing_delay_days": 7, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 608, "crashes": 58, "fires": 5, "injuries": 27, "deaths": 4, "severe": 62, "severe_share": 10.2, "injuries_per_100": 4.4, "per_year": 79.2, "age_years": 7.7, "by_group": [{"group": "adas", "count": 153, "share": 25.2, "ratio": 4.39}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 97, "share": 16.0, "ratio": 1.02}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 80, "share": 13.2, "ratio": 3.46}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 66, "share": 10.9, "ratio": 4.37}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 57, "share": 9.4, "ratio": 1.55}, {"group": "steering", "count": 39, "share": 6.4, "ratio": 0.99}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 39, "share": 6.4, "ratio": 0.71}, {"group": "structure", "count": 36, "share": 5.9, "ratio": 0.64}, {"group": "other", "count": 24, "share": 3.9, "ratio": 2.16}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 9, "share": 1.5, "ratio": 0.13}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 4, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.45}, {"group": "engine", "count": 2, "share": 0.3, "ratio": 0.01}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 2, "share": 0.3, "ratio": 0.07}], "top_group": "adas", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2019, "count": 32}, {"year": 2020, "count": 57}, {"year": 2021, "count": 44}, {"year": 2022, "count": 166}, {"year": 2023, "count": 103}, {"year": 2024, "count": 108}, {"year": 2025, "count": 54}, {"year": 2026, "count": 44}], "early": 89, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 50, "share": 8.2}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 52, "share": 8.6}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 57, "share": 9.4}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 260, "share": 42.8}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 189, "share": 31.1}], "median_age_months": 47, "recent_12m": 61, "prior_12m": 61, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 22, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V507000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2026-08-05", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V376000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2024-05-28", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V153000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2024-02-27", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V051000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2024-01-30", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V838000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2023-12-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy.  In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.", "consequence": "In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2023-03-31", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles.  The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.", "consequence": "A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001.  This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V085000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2023-02-15", "component": "STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.", "consequence": "FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V798000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-10-21", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat\r\nbelt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.", "consequence": "An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V702000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles.  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, \"Power-Operated Window Systems.\"", "consequence": "A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V263000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-04-18", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles.  The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, \"Control and Displays.\"", "consequence": "The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-04-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063.  Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V169000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-03-18", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases.  The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V063000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-02-04", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235.  Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V045000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-02-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V037000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2022-01-27", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The \"rolling stop\" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.", "consequence": "Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the \"rolling stop\" functionality, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V00D000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-12-21", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles.  The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.", "consequence": "A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V846000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-10-29", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2.  A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.", "consequence": "Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  The recall began October 25, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V835000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-10-25", "component": "SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles.  The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.", "consequence": "A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V389000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-05-25", "component": "SEAT BELTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.", "consequence": "An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752).  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V387000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2021-05-25", "component": "SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles.  The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.", "consequence": "Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752).  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "19V719000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "received": "2019-10-10", "component": "EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS", "summary": "Tesla Motors, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The driver-side sun visor may not have the required air bag warning information.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "Failure to provide the air bag warning information increases the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will inspect the visor and replace it, as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began December 6, 2019.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-19-15-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["adas", "airbags", "brakes", "electrical", "exterior", "hvac", "steering", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 93.9, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 14, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2019, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:33:45+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 1.88, "idx_vs_make": 1.19, "idx_vs_year": 1.73, "idx_vs_segment": 1.4, "early_idx": 1.1, "band": "more", "rank_in_year": 62, "n_in_year": 76, "peers_year": [{"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "per_year": 0.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.0, "complaints": 0, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 4.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.1, "complaints": 32, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 9.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.23, "complaints": 73, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Bolt EV", "per_year": 22.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.54, "complaints": 175, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 79.2, "idx_vs_all": 1.88, "complaints": 608, "self": true}], "prev_year": {"year": 2018, "per_year": 116.2, "complaints": 1008}, "next_year": {"year": 2020, "per_year": 67.0, "complaints": 447}, "investigations": [{"action": "PE26006", "subject": "Lower Lateral Link detachment", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM", "opened": "2026-07-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 156 complaints alleging a suspension failure in model year (MY) 2018-2020 Model 3 and MY 2021-2023 Model Y vehicles. The suspension failure involves the detachment of the front lower lateral link, which potentially causes a loss of vehicle directional control. In most cases, there was no advance warning or indication that the suspension failure would occur.  Some cases cite noises occurring prior to failure, but note that the vehicle provides no visual warnings. Once the failure occurs, the vehicle may not be drivable, thus requiring a tow. Tesla has previously recalled vehicles for lateral link detachments through two recalls. Recall 21V-835 addressed 2,791 MY2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 vehicles due to a production issue. Recall 23V-235 addressed 422 2018-2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles that had experienced similar failures to those recalled under 21V-835. The subject failures for this investigation exceed the scope of these recalls and do not appear to be related to the production issue that prompted those recalls. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation to determine the underlying cause, scope, and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21023", "subject": "Tesla Passenger Play", "component": "EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE", "opened": "2021-12-21", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-023) on December 21, 2021, to evaluate the driver distraction potential and use frequency / circumstances of in-vehicle game-play functionality referred to as ?Passenger Play? in certain model year (MY) 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y vehicles. Distracted driving can result in an increased risk of a crash. PE21-023 was prompted by the receipt of Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) 11439598 from the owner of a 2021 Model 3 on November 6, 2021. ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla on January 20, 2022 and received Tesla?s response on March 4, 2022.On December 24, 2020, Tesla introduced Passenger Play to vehicles equipped with the Intel Atom processor (receiving an aftersale software update) via its 2020 holiday release. Passenger Play permitted occupants to play specific games selected by Tesla for primarily turn-based play style and limited gameplay motion with the transmission in Drive and the vehicle in motion. Under these conditions, a notification would display on the screen and the screen area devoted to the game would reduce from 100% to accommodate vehicle controls and driving task data readout. Specific changes varied among models. On December 21, 2022, Tesla voluntarily disabled Passenger Play capability with Firmware Release 2021.44.25.1 in response to NHTSA?s request. Tesla reported a month later that a 97% completion rate was achieved though Tesla?s Over the Air (OTA) update. ODI opened PE 21-023 to evaluate the driver distraction potential of Tesla Passenger Play while the vehicle is being driven including aspects of the feature, frequency, and use scenarios.Based on the analysis conducted, PE21-023 has been closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists. Furthermore, it does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action, if warranted, or the potential for a future finding that a saf", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21020", "subject": "Autopilot & First Responder Scenes", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2021-08-13", "closed": "2022-06-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On August 13, 2021, NHTSA?s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-020) to assess the performance of Tesla?s Autopilot system (a system characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 driving automation system designed to support and assist the driver in performing the driving task) available in Tesla vehicles. The investigation opening was motivated by an accumulation of crashes in which Tesla vehicles, operating with Autopilot engaged, struck stationary in-road or roadside first responder vehicles tending to pre-existing collision scenes. Upon opening the investigation, NHTSA indicated that the PE would also evaluate additional similar circumstance crashes of Tesla vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged, as well as assess the technologies and methods used to monitor, assist, and enforce the driver?s engagement with the dynamic driving task during Autopilot operation.PE21-020 is upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to extend the existing crash analysis, evaluate additional data sets, perform vehicle evaluations, and to explore the degree to which Autopilot and associated Tesla systems may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver?s supervision. In doing so, NHTSA plans to continue its assessment of vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations.The attached Detailed Summary further describes NHTSA?s review to date and the basis for upgrade to an EA.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "DP20001", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:SPRINGS", "opened": "2020-01-13", "closed": "2021-01-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On December 19, 2019, NHTSA received a petition from Mr. Brian Sparks requesting that the Agency recall all [Tesla] Model S, Model X, and Model 3 vehicles produced from 2013 to the present due to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA). In his petition and follow-up submissions, the petitioner identified a total of 232 non-duplicative complaints to NHTSA, including 203 reporting crashes. On January 13, 2020, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition DP20-001 to evaluate the petitioner?s request. ODI's evaluation included reviews of all complaints and supporting information referenced by the petitioner, as well as 14 additional complaints to NHTSA related to SUA crash allegations that were either not selected by the petitioner or were submitted after the petitioner's most recent submission. The review also included analyses of available crash data (EDR, Tesla log data, and/or video data) the Agency acquired as part of the evaluation.After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into SUA in the subject vehicles. In every instance in which event data was available for review by ODI, the evidence shows that SUA crashes in the complaints cited by the petitioner have been caused by pedal misapplication. There is no evidence of any fault in the accelerator pedal assemblies, motor control systems, or brake systems that has contributed to any of the cited incidents. There is no evidence of a design factor contributing to increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. The theory provided of a potential electronic cause of SUA in the subject vehicles is based upon inaccurate assumptions about system design and log data.NHTSA is authorized to issue an order requiring notification and remedy of a defect if the Agency?s investigation shows a defect in design, construction, or performance of a motor vehicle that presents an unreasonable risk to safety. 49 U.S.C. ?? 30102(a)(9), 30118. Si", "years": [2018, 2019], "open": false}], "keywords": {"adas": [{"term": "friend engaged", "docs": 45, "ratio": 42318.2}, {"term": "self-driving beta", "docs": 49, "ratio": 808.4}, {"term": "vimeo com", "docs": 48, "ratio": 885.1}, {"term": "https vimeo", "docs": 48, "ratio": 885.1}, {"term": "beta mode", "docs": 46, "ratio": 786.5}, {"term": "engaged full", "docs": 45, "ratio": 742.4}], "electrical": [{"term": "safety restraint", "docs": 13, "ratio": 53.7}, {"term": "visibility prevention", "docs": 8, "ratio": 349.0}, {"term": "system visibility", "docs": 8, "ratio": 349.0}, {"term": "restraint system", "docs": 11, "ratio": 30.3}, {"term": "camera", "docs": 21, "ratio": 5.5}, {"term": "harness", "docs": 12, "ratio": 14.0}], "airbags": [{"term": "restraint", "docs": 52, "ratio": 126.6}, {"term": "system fault", "docs": 34, "ratio": 155.6}, {"term": "passenger safety", "docs": 26, "ratio": 190.1}, {"term": "airbag", "docs": 31, "ratio": 30.7}, {"term": "seat", "docs": 41, "ratio": 12.7}, {"term": "front passenger", "docs": 29, "ratio": 35.3}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2019-12-18", "last_filed": "2026-08-17", "median_filing_delay_days": 5, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 447, "crashes": 53, "fires": 2, "injuries": 31, "deaths": 2, "severe": 53, "severe_share": 11.9, "injuries_per_100": 6.9, "per_year": 67.0, "age_years": 6.7, "by_group": [{"group": "adas", "count": 135, "share": 30.2, "ratio": 5.27}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 44, "share": 9.8, "ratio": 1.62}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 43, "share": 9.6, "ratio": 0.61}, {"group": "steering", "count": 40, "share": 8.9, "ratio": 1.37}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 38, "share": 8.5, "ratio": 2.23}, {"group": "structure", "count": 38, "share": 8.5, "ratio": 0.93}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 38, "share": 8.5, "ratio": 0.95}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 32, "share": 7.2, "ratio": 2.89}, {"group": "other", "count": 20, "share": 4.5, "ratio": 2.49}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 8, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 1.15}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 7, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.14}, {"group": "engine", "count": 2, "share": 0.4, "ratio": 0.02}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 2, "share": 0.4, "ratio": 0.09}], "top_group": "adas", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2019, "count": 3}, {"year": 2020, "count": 33}, {"year": 2021, "count": 35}, {"year": 2022, "count": 115}, {"year": 2023, "count": 94}, {"year": 2024, "count": 85}, {"year": 2025, "count": 44}, {"year": 2026, "count": 38}], "early": 71, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 45, "share": 10.1}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 48, "share": 10.7}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 105, "share": 23.5}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 175, "share": 39.1}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 74, "share": 16.6}], "median_age_months": 39, "recent_12m": 50, "prior_12m": 49, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 21, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V507000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2026-08-05", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V376000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2024-05-28", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V153000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2024-02-27", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V051000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2024-01-30", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V838000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2023-12-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy.  In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.", "consequence": "In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V085000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2023-02-15", "component": "STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.", "consequence": "FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V798000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-10-21", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat\r\nbelt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.", "consequence": "An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V702000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles.  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, \"Power-Operated Window Systems.\"", "consequence": "A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V263000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-04-18", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles.  The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, \"Control and Displays.\"", "consequence": "The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-04-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063.  Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V169000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-03-18", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model S, Model X, and 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles equipped with Autopilot Computer 2.5 and operating certain firmware releases.  The rearview image may not immediately display when the vehicle begins to reverse.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V063000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-02-04", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235.  Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V045000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-02-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V037000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2022-01-27", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The \"rolling stop\" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.", "consequence": "Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the \"rolling stop\" functionality, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V00D000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-12-21", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles.  The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.", "consequence": "A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V846000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-10-29", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2.  A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.", "consequence": "Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  The recall began October 25, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V834000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-10-25", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles.  The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, \"Side Impact Protection\" and 226, \"Ejection Mitigation.\"", "consequence": "A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V835000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-10-25", "component": "SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles.  The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.", "consequence": "A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V389000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-05-25", "component": "SEAT BELTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Model 3 and 2019-2021 Model Y vehicles.  One or both fasteners that secure the front seat shoulder belt to the b-pillar may not be properly attached.", "consequence": "An improperly attached fastener may prevent the seat belt system from performing as designed, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and repair both fasteners if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752).  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V387000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "received": "2021-05-25", "component": "SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles.  The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.", "consequence": "Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752).  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["adas", "airbags", "brakes", "electrical", "exterior", "steering", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 84.6, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 14, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2020, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:33:48+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 1.59, "idx_vs_make": 1.01, "idx_vs_year": 1.77, "idx_vs_segment": 1.19, "early_idx": 1.25, "band": "more", "rank_in_year": 67, "n_in_year": 82, "peers_year": [{"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 12.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.29, "complaints": 80, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 18.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.44, "complaints": 125, "self": false}, {"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Bolt EV", "per_year": 25.8, "idx_vs_all": 0.61, "complaints": 172, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "per_year": 41.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.98, "complaints": 275, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 67.0, "idx_vs_all": 1.59, "complaints": 447, "self": true}], "prev_year": {"year": 2019, "per_year": 79.2, "complaints": 608}, "next_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 115.8, "complaints": 657}, "investigations": [{"action": "PE26006", "subject": "Lower Lateral Link detachment", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM", "opened": "2026-07-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 156 complaints alleging a suspension failure in model year (MY) 2018-2020 Model 3 and MY 2021-2023 Model Y vehicles. The suspension failure involves the detachment of the front lower lateral link, which potentially causes a loss of vehicle directional control. In most cases, there was no advance warning or indication that the suspension failure would occur.  Some cases cite noises occurring prior to failure, but note that the vehicle provides no visual warnings. Once the failure occurs, the vehicle may not be drivable, thus requiring a tow. Tesla has previously recalled vehicles for lateral link detachments through two recalls. Recall 21V-835 addressed 2,791 MY2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 vehicles due to a production issue. Recall 23V-235 addressed 422 2018-2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles that had experienced similar failures to those recalled under 21V-835. The subject failures for this investigation exceed the scope of these recalls and do not appear to be related to the production issue that prompted those recalls. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation to determine the underlying cause, scope, and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21023", "subject": "Tesla Passenger Play", "component": "EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE", "opened": "2021-12-21", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-023) on December 21, 2021, to evaluate the driver distraction potential and use frequency / circumstances of in-vehicle game-play functionality referred to as ?Passenger Play? in certain model year (MY) 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y vehicles. Distracted driving can result in an increased risk of a crash. PE21-023 was prompted by the receipt of Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) 11439598 from the owner of a 2021 Model 3 on November 6, 2021. ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla on January 20, 2022 and received Tesla?s response on March 4, 2022.On December 24, 2020, Tesla introduced Passenger Play to vehicles equipped with the Intel Atom processor (receiving an aftersale software update) via its 2020 holiday release. Passenger Play permitted occupants to play specific games selected by Tesla for primarily turn-based play style and limited gameplay motion with the transmission in Drive and the vehicle in motion. Under these conditions, a notification would display on the screen and the screen area devoted to the game would reduce from 100% to accommodate vehicle controls and driving task data readout. Specific changes varied among models. On December 21, 2022, Tesla voluntarily disabled Passenger Play capability with Firmware Release 2021.44.25.1 in response to NHTSA?s request. Tesla reported a month later that a 97% completion rate was achieved though Tesla?s Over the Air (OTA) update. ODI opened PE 21-023 to evaluate the driver distraction potential of Tesla Passenger Play while the vehicle is being driven including aspects of the feature, frequency, and use scenarios.Based on the analysis conducted, PE21-023 has been closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists. Furthermore, it does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action, if warranted, or the potential for a future finding that a saf", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21020", "subject": "Autopilot & First Responder Scenes", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2021-08-13", "closed": "2022-06-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On August 13, 2021, NHTSA?s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-020) to assess the performance of Tesla?s Autopilot system (a system characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 driving automation system designed to support and assist the driver in performing the driving task) available in Tesla vehicles. The investigation opening was motivated by an accumulation of crashes in which Tesla vehicles, operating with Autopilot engaged, struck stationary in-road or roadside first responder vehicles tending to pre-existing collision scenes. Upon opening the investigation, NHTSA indicated that the PE would also evaluate additional similar circumstance crashes of Tesla vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged, as well as assess the technologies and methods used to monitor, assist, and enforce the driver?s engagement with the dynamic driving task during Autopilot operation.PE21-020 is upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to extend the existing crash analysis, evaluate additional data sets, perform vehicle evaluations, and to explore the degree to which Autopilot and associated Tesla systems may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver?s supervision. In doing so, NHTSA plans to continue its assessment of vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations.The attached Detailed Summary further describes NHTSA?s review to date and the basis for upgrade to an EA.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"adas": [{"term": "phantom", "docs": 48, "ratio": 31.4}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 39, "ratio": 31.2}, {"term": "cruise", "docs": 53, "ratio": 10.0}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 56, "ratio": 7.4}, {"term": "control", "docs": 58, "ratio": 4.0}, {"term": "fsd", "docs": 19, "ratio": 37.2}], "brakes": [{"term": "phantom", "docs": 18, "ratio": 36.2}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 27, "ratio": 10.9}, {"term": "cruise", "docs": 24, "ratio": 13.9}, {"term": "control", "docs": 25, "ratio": 5.2}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 10, "ratio": 24.5}, {"term": "braked", "docs": 7, "ratio": 22.8}], "electrical": [{"term": "visibility prevention", "docs": 5, "ratio": 492.1}, {"term": "system visibility", "docs": 5, "ratio": 492.1}, {"term": "electrical system", "docs": 8, "ratio": 10.4}, {"term": "notification electrical", "docs": 5, "ratio": 24.5}, {"term": "injuries", "docs": 6, "ratio": 9.1}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 5, "ratio": 12.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2020-12-28", "last_filed": "2026-08-31", "median_filing_delay_days": 4, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 657, "crashes": 45, "fires": 5, "injuries": 19, "deaths": 8, "severe": 47, "severe_share": 7.2, "injuries_per_100": 2.9, "per_year": 115.8, "age_years": 5.7, "by_group": [{"group": "adas", "count": 295, "share": 44.9, "ratio": 7.83}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 115, "share": 17.5, "ratio": 2.89}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 77, "share": 11.7, "ratio": 0.74}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 43, "share": 6.5, "ratio": 0.73}, {"group": "structure", "count": 38, "share": 5.8, "ratio": 0.63}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 18, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 0.71}, {"group": "steering", "count": 17, "share": 2.6, "ratio": 0.4}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 16, "share": 2.4, "ratio": 0.21}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 13, "share": 2.0, "ratio": 0.8}, {"group": "other", "count": 12, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 0.99}, {"group": "engine", "count": 6, "share": 0.9, "ratio": 0.04}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 4, "share": 0.6, "ratio": 0.38}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 3, "share": 0.5, "ratio": 0.12}], "top_group": "adas", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2020, "count": 1}, {"year": 2021, "count": 71}, {"year": 2022, "count": 339}, {"year": 2023, "count": 93}, {"year": 2024, "count": 74}, {"year": 2025, "count": 42}, {"year": 2026, "count": 37}], "early": 411, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 139, "share": 21.2}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 295, "share": 44.9}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 92, "share": 14.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 99, "share": 15.1}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 32, "share": 4.9}], "median_age_months": 17, "recent_12m": 52, "prior_12m": 43, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 22, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V507000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2026-08-05", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "26V283000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2026-05-05", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, 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 July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V554000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2024-07-24", "component": "LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V376000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2024-05-28", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V153000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2024-02-27", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V051000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2024-01-30", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V838000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2023-12-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy.  In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.", "consequence": "In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V085000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2023-02-15", "component": "STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.", "consequence": "FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V798000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-10-21", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat\r\nbelt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.", "consequence": "An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V702000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles.  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, \"Power-Operated Window Systems.\"", "consequence": "A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V317000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-05-09", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model 3 and 2021 Model Y vehicles.  The fisheye and narrow camera cable terminals were incorrectly installed in the cable harness connector, resulting in swapped camera views.", "consequence": "Swapped camera views can prevent the vehicle's cameras from detecting crossing objects and high-curvature lane lines, impairing the Autosteer and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) performance, and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will correct the swapped terminals and recalibrate the cameras, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 8, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-17-007.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V263000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-04-18", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles.  The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, \"Control and Displays.\"", "consequence": "The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-04-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063.  Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V063000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-02-04", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235.  Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V050000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-02-02", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, \"Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems.\"", "consequence": "Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V045000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-02-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V037000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2022-01-27", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The \"rolling stop\" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.", "consequence": "Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the \"rolling stop\" functionality, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V846000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-10-29", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2.  A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.", "consequence": "Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  The recall began October 25, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V834000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-10-25", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles.  The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, \"Side Impact Protection\" and 226, \"Ejection Mitigation.\"", "consequence": "A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V835000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-10-25", "component": "SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Model Y and 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles.  The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.", "consequence": "A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-31-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "21V387000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2021, "received": "2021-05-25", "component": "SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles.  The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.", "consequence": "Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752).  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The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21023", "subject": "Tesla Passenger Play", "component": "EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE", "opened": "2021-12-21", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-023) on December 21, 2021, to evaluate the driver distraction potential and use frequency / circumstances of in-vehicle game-play functionality referred to as ?Passenger Play? in certain model year (MY) 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y vehicles. Distracted driving can result in an increased risk of a crash. PE21-023 was prompted by the receipt of Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) 11439598 from the owner of a 2021 Model 3 on November 6, 2021. ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla on January 20, 2022 and received Tesla?s response on March 4, 2022.On December 24, 2020, Tesla introduced Passenger Play to vehicles equipped with the Intel Atom processor (receiving an aftersale software update) via its 2020 holiday release. Passenger Play permitted occupants to play specific games selected by Tesla for primarily turn-based play style and limited gameplay motion with the transmission in Drive and the vehicle in motion. Under these conditions, a notification would display on the screen and the screen area devoted to the game would reduce from 100% to accommodate vehicle controls and driving task data readout. Specific changes varied among models. On December 21, 2022, Tesla voluntarily disabled Passenger Play capability with Firmware Release 2021.44.25.1 in response to NHTSA?s request. Tesla reported a month later that a 97% completion rate was achieved though Tesla?s Over the Air (OTA) update. ODI opened PE 21-023 to evaluate the driver distraction potential of Tesla Passenger Play while the vehicle is being driven including aspects of the feature, frequency, and use scenarios.Based on the analysis conducted, PE21-023 has been closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists. Furthermore, it does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action, if warranted, or the potential for a future finding that a saf", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21020", "subject": "Autopilot & First Responder Scenes", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2021-08-13", "closed": "2022-06-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On August 13, 2021, NHTSA?s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-020) to assess the performance of Tesla?s Autopilot system (a system characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 driving automation system designed to support and assist the driver in performing the driving task) available in Tesla vehicles. The investigation opening was motivated by an accumulation of crashes in which Tesla vehicles, operating with Autopilot engaged, struck stationary in-road or roadside first responder vehicles tending to pre-existing collision scenes. Upon opening the investigation, NHTSA indicated that the PE would also evaluate additional similar circumstance crashes of Tesla vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged, as well as assess the technologies and methods used to monitor, assist, and enforce the driver?s engagement with the dynamic driving task during Autopilot operation.PE21-020 is upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to extend the existing crash analysis, evaluate additional data sets, perform vehicle evaluations, and to explore the degree to which Autopilot and associated Tesla systems may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver?s supervision. In doing so, NHTSA plans to continue its assessment of vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations.The attached Detailed Summary further describes NHTSA?s review to date and the basis for upgrade to an EA.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"adas": [{"term": "cruise", "docs": 177, "ratio": 15.2}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 117, "ratio": 42.8}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 113, "ratio": 33.9}, {"term": "control", "docs": 183, "ratio": 5.7}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 136, "ratio": 8.2}, {"term": "brakes", "docs": 105, "ratio": 5.6}], "brakes": [{"term": "cruise control", "docs": 61, "ratio": 14.5}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 62, "ratio": 9.6}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 40, "ratio": 30.8}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 37, "ratio": 34.7}, {"term": "brakes", "docs": 51, "ratio": 7.0}, {"term": "reason", "docs": 32, "ratio": 9.4}], "electrical": [{"term": "software", "docs": 15, "ratio": 6.0}, {"term": "screen", "docs": 15, "ratio": 4.6}, {"term": "update", "docs": 12, "ratio": 6.0}, {"term": "charging", "docs": 9, "ratio": 8.8}, {"term": "cameras", "docs": 7, "ratio": 15.4}, {"term": "computer", "docs": 9, "ratio": 7.5}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2021-12-04", "last_filed": "2026-08-31", "median_filing_delay_days": 3, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 763, "crashes": 53, "fires": 4, "injuries": 45, "deaths": 1, "severe": 55, "severe_share": 7.2, "injuries_per_100": 5.9, "per_year": 163.3, "age_years": 4.7, "by_group": [{"group": "adas", "count": 392, "share": 51.4, "ratio": 8.96}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 158, "share": 20.7, "ratio": 3.41}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 59, "share": 7.7, "ratio": 0.49}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 37, "share": 4.8, "ratio": 0.54}, {"group": "steering", "count": 25, "share": 3.3, "ratio": 0.51}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 19, "share": 2.5, "ratio": 0.65}, {"group": "structure", "count": 19, "share": 2.5, "ratio": 0.27}, {"group": "other", "count": 16, "share": 2.1, "ratio": 1.16}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 13, "share": 1.7, "ratio": 0.68}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 12, "share": 1.6, "ratio": 0.14}, {"group": "engine", "count": 8, "share": 1.0, "ratio": 0.05}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 5, "share": 0.7, "ratio": 0.45}], "top_group": "adas", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2021, "count": 10}, {"year": 2022, "count": 443}, {"year": 2023, "count": 140}, {"year": 2024, "count": 73}, {"year": 2025, "count": 61}, {"year": 2026, "count": 36}], "early": 593, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 472, "share": 61.9}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 136, "share": 17.8}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 68, "share": 8.9}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 87, "share": 11.4}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 7, "recent_12m": 56, "prior_12m": 63, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 18, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V507000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2026-08-05", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "26V283000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2026-05-05", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, 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 July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V554000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2024-07-24", "component": "LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V376000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2024-05-28", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V153000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2024-02-27", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS:EXTERNAL/PEDESTRIAN ALERT", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2013, 2018-2021 Model S, 2020-2021 Model X, 2018-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A factory reset muted the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are muted, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V051000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2024-01-30", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V838000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2023-12-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy.  In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.", "consequence": "In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V085000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2023-02-15", "component": "STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.", "consequence": "FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V798000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-10-21", "component": "SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat\r\nbelt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.", "consequence": "An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and reassemble the seat belt anchors as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-20-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "22V702000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-09-19", "component": "VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3, 2020-2022 Model Y, and 2021-2022 Model S and Model X vehicles.  The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 118, \"Power-Operated Window Systems.\"", "consequence": "A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V296000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-05-03", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases.  The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.", "consequence": "A lagging or restarting CPU may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control settings, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will improve CPU temperature management, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-009.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V263000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-04-18", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles.  The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, \"Control and Displays.\"", "consequence": "The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V235000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-04-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y, Model X, Model S, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, including Summon and Smart Summon, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall supersedes recall 22V-063.  Vehicles configured with Summon or Smart Summon and already remedied under 22V-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V063000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-02-04", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles.  The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, \"Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.\"", "consequence": "Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003.  Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235.  Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V050000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-02-02", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentionally and trap the refrigerant inside the evaporator, resulting in decreased defrosting performance.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 103, \"Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems.\"", "consequence": "Decreased defrosting performance may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-18-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V045000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-02-01", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts and the driver has not buckled their seat belt.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 1, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-002.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V037000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "received": "2022-01-27", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles.  The \"rolling stop\" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.", "consequence": "Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the \"rolling stop\" functionality, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed March 28, 2022.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}], "recall_groups": ["adas", "airbags", "electrical", "exterior", "steering", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 69.7, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 15, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2022, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:33:55+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 3.88, "idx_vs_make": 2.46, "idx_vs_year": 4.18, "idx_vs_segment": 2.9, "early_idx": 8.02, "band": "far_more", "rank_in_year": 90, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Bolt EV", "per_year": 12.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.3, "complaints": 59, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 26.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.63, "complaints": 125, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Mustang Mach-E", "per_year": 28.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.68, "complaints": 134, "self": false}, {"make": "Volkswagen", "model": "ID.4", "per_year": 28.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.68, "complaints": 134, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 29.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.69, "complaints": 136, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "EV6", "per_year": 58.8, "idx_vs_all": 1.4, "complaints": 275, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "F-150 Lightning", "per_year": 64.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.53, "complaints": 301, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Ioniq 5", "per_year": 86.0, "idx_vs_all": 2.04, "complaints": 402, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 163.3, "idx_vs_all": 3.88, "complaints": 763, "self": true}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "per_year": 182.7, "idx_vs_all": 4.34, "complaints": 854, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2021, "per_year": 115.8, "complaints": 657}, "next_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 113.5, "complaints": 417}, "investigations": [{"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "DP25002", "subject": "Emergency egress controls are not readily accessible and clearly identifiable.", "component": "STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:INTERIOR", "opened": "2025-12-23", "closed": "2026-07-22", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has completed its review of a defect petition received on November 24, 2025, requesting an investigation into the emergency mechanical door release in 2022 Model Year (MY) Tesla Model 3.  The petition alleges that the controls for the emergency mechanical door release are not accessible and clearly identifiable and thus fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 206. A vehicle equipped with electric door handles without an accessible mechanical door release creates a risk to safety when the electric door handle becomes inoperative due to loss of power and occupants are unable to easily locate the mechanical door release to exit the vehicle in case of an emergency. A concealed or hard to locate emergency door release could prevent an operator or occupant from exiting the vehicle in the event of an emergency, such as a crash or fire. The potential risk for entrapment can result in a severe injury or death of the operator and other occupants of the vehicle. As of March 13, 2026, out of the population of 179,031 subject vehicles, NHTSA has identified one (1) consumer complaint, in NHTSA’s databases alleging that the mechanical door release is concealed and unlabeled, resulting in a risk of entrapment in the event of an emergency, as cited in the Petition.  The complaint is for the same Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) as the subject vehicle of the Petition. The allegation describes a front impact collision, where the vehicle lost electrical power, and the electric door mechanism stopped working. The 2022 MY Model 3 has a mechanical release for the front doors, located in front of the window switch on the door's interior and consists of a lever that can be pulled up to open the door. The subject vehicle does not have a mechanical release for the back doors. The owner’s manual for the 2022 MY Tesla Model 3 includes a section labeled “In Case of Emergency” that details how to open doors from th", "years": [2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP22005", "subject": "Pedestrian alert sounds", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM", "opened": "2023-01-27", "closed": "2023-08-07", "campaign": "22V063000", "summary": "NHTSA received a petition on or about July 18, 2022, requesting that Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the United States. The petition can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI Number 11486072. FMVSS 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 KG or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after March 1, 2021.On January 27, 2023, NHTSA opened Defect Petition (DP) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On June 24, 2023 and as supplemented on June 25, 2023, the petitioner notified NHTSA he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioner's withdrawal, DP22-005 is closed. Closure of this DP does not represent a determination by NHTSA regarding the subject matter of the petition.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21023", "subject": "Tesla Passenger Play", "component": "EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:120/240 VAC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:RECEPTACLE", "opened": "2021-12-21", "closed": "2023-05-26", "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-023) on December 21, 2021, to evaluate the driver distraction potential and use frequency / circumstances of in-vehicle game-play functionality referred to as ?Passenger Play? in certain model year (MY) 2017-2022 Tesla Model 3, S, X, and Y vehicles. Distracted driving can result in an increased risk of a crash. PE21-023 was prompted by the receipt of Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) 11439598 from the owner of a 2021 Model 3 on November 6, 2021. ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla on January 20, 2022 and received Tesla?s response on March 4, 2022.On December 24, 2020, Tesla introduced Passenger Play to vehicles equipped with the Intel Atom processor (receiving an aftersale software update) via its 2020 holiday release. Passenger Play permitted occupants to play specific games selected by Tesla for primarily turn-based play style and limited gameplay motion with the transmission in Drive and the vehicle in motion. Under these conditions, a notification would display on the screen and the screen area devoted to the game would reduce from 100% to accommodate vehicle controls and driving task data readout. Specific changes varied among models. On December 21, 2022, Tesla voluntarily disabled Passenger Play capability with Firmware Release 2021.44.25.1 in response to NHTSA?s request. Tesla reported a month later that a 97% completion rate was achieved though Tesla?s Over the Air (OTA) update. ODI opened PE 21-023 to evaluate the driver distraction potential of Tesla Passenger Play while the vehicle is being driven including aspects of the feature, frequency, and use scenarios.Based on the analysis conducted, PE21-023 has been closed. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists. Furthermore, it does not foreclose the Agency from taking further action, if warranted, or the potential for a future finding that a saf", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}, {"action": "PE21020", "subject": "Autopilot & First Responder Scenes", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2021-08-13", "closed": "2022-06-08", "campaign": "", "summary": "On August 13, 2021, NHTSA?s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE21-020) to assess the performance of Tesla?s Autopilot system (a system characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 driving automation system designed to support and assist the driver in performing the driving task) available in Tesla vehicles. The investigation opening was motivated by an accumulation of crashes in which Tesla vehicles, operating with Autopilot engaged, struck stationary in-road or roadside first responder vehicles tending to pre-existing collision scenes. Upon opening the investigation, NHTSA indicated that the PE would also evaluate additional similar circumstance crashes of Tesla vehicles operating with Autopilot engaged, as well as assess the technologies and methods used to monitor, assist, and enforce the driver?s engagement with the dynamic driving task during Autopilot operation.PE21-020 is upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to extend the existing crash analysis, evaluate additional data sets, perform vehicle evaluations, and to explore the degree to which Autopilot and associated Tesla systems may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver?s supervision. In doing so, NHTSA plans to continue its assessment of vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations.The attached Detailed Summary further describes NHTSA?s review to date and the basis for upgrade to an EA.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022], "open": false}], "keywords": {"adas": [{"term": "cruise", "docs": 241, "ratio": 15.6}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 163, "ratio": 36.8}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 209, "ratio": 9.5}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 130, "ratio": 35.8}, {"term": "control", "docs": 249, "ratio": 5.8}, {"term": "behind", "docs": 127, "ratio": 7.3}], "brakes": [{"term": "cruise", "docs": 95, "ratio": 15.3}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 55, "ratio": 30.8}, {"term": "control", "docs": 104, "ratio": 6.1}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 78, "ratio": 8.8}, {"term": "brakes", "docs": 63, "ratio": 6.3}, {"term": "behind", "docs": 54, "ratio": 7.7}], "electrical": [{"term": "self-driving", "docs": 8, "ratio": 59.1}, {"term": "safety", "docs": 24, "ratio": 2.3}, {"term": "turn signals", "docs": 5, "ratio": 32.8}, {"term": "computer", "docs": 8, "ratio": 8.7}, {"term": "cameras", "docs": 6, "ratio": 17.2}, {"term": "high-voltage", "docs": 4, "ratio": 32.7}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2022-11-12", "last_filed": "2026-08-27", "median_filing_delay_days": 4, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 417, "crashes": 71, "fires": 1, "injuries": 49, "deaths": 1, "severe": 71, "severe_share": 17.0, "injuries_per_100": 11.8, "per_year": 113.5, "age_years": 3.7, "by_group": [{"group": "adas", "count": 124, "share": 29.7, "ratio": 5.18}, {"group": "steering", "count": 73, "share": 17.5, "ratio": 2.7}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 53, "share": 12.7, "ratio": 0.81}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 49, "share": 11.8, "ratio": 1.95}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 30, "share": 7.2, "ratio": 0.8}, {"group": "structure", "count": 23, "share": 5.5, "ratio": 0.6}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 18, "share": 4.3, "ratio": 1.13}, {"group": "other", "count": 14, "share": 3.4, "ratio": 1.88}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 12, "share": 2.9, "ratio": 1.16}, {"group": "engine", "count": 8, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 0.09}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 8, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 0.16}, {"group": "fuel", "count": 5, "share": 1.2, "ratio": 0.28}], "top_group": "adas", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2022, "count": 11}, {"year": 2023, "count": 211}, {"year": 2024, "count": 104}, {"year": 2025, "count": 55}, {"year": 2026, "count": 36}], "early": 326, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 243, "share": 58.3}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 93, "share": 22.3}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 49, "share": 11.8}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 32, "share": 7.7}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 10, "recent_12m": 57, "prior_12m": 54, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 12, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V507000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2026-08-05", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, \"Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.\"", "consequence": "Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "26V283000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2026-05-05", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, \"Rear Visibility.\"", "consequence": "A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, 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 July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V092000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2025-02-14", "component": "STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V554000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2024-07-24", "component": "LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V376000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2024-05-28", "component": "SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2024 Model S, 2015-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  In the event of an unbelted driver, the seat belt warning light and audible chime may not activate as intended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection.\"", "consequence": "A seat belt warning system that fails to alert occupants of an unbelted seat belt can increase the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update.  Owner notification letters were mailed July 26, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V051000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2024-01-30", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V838000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-12-12", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy.  In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature.", "consequence": "In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, and the driver does not maintain responsibility for vehicle operation and is unprepared to intervene as necessary or fails to recognize when Autosteer is canceled or not engaged, there may be an increased risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 10, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-008.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "23V434000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-06-19", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.  The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.", "consequence": "A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will replace the pyrotechnic battery disconnect, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-16-005.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "23V085000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2023-02-15", "component": "STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.", "consequence": "FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "22V844000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2022-11-15", "component": "EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles.  One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.", "consequence": "A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, 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 January 14, 2023.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "21V834000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "received": "2021-10-25", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles.  The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, \"Side Impact Protection\" and 226, \"Ejection Mitigation.\"", "consequence": "A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla Service will inspect and realign the left and right side curtain air bag as necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2021.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-20-006.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical", "exterior", "steering", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 42.9, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 8, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2023, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:33:59+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 2.7, "idx_vs_make": 1.71, "idx_vs_year": 2.7, "idx_vs_segment": 2.01, "early_idx": 3.92, "band": "far_more", "rank_in_year": 85, "n_in_year": 92, "peers_year": [{"make": "Chevrolet", "model": "Bolt EV", "per_year": 16.1, "idx_vs_all": 0.38, "complaints": 59, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 30.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.72, "complaints": 112, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Mustang Mach-E", "per_year": 32.4, "idx_vs_all": 0.77, "complaints": 119, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "EV6", "per_year": 37.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.88, "complaints": 136, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 52.3, "idx_vs_all": 1.24, "complaints": 192, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "F-150 Lightning", "per_year": 54.2, "idx_vs_all": 1.29, "complaints": 199, "self": false}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Ioniq 5", "per_year": 104.8, "idx_vs_all": 2.49, "complaints": 385, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 113.5, "idx_vs_all": 2.7, "complaints": 417, "self": true}, {"make": "Volkswagen", "model": "ID.4", "per_year": 123.3, "idx_vs_all": 2.93, "complaints": 453, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "per_year": 311.4, "idx_vs_all": 7.4, "complaints": 1144, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2022, "per_year": 163.3, "complaints": 763}, "next_year": {"year": 2024, "per_year": 80.4, "complaints": 215}, "investigations": [{"action": "PE26006", "subject": "Lower Lateral Link detachment", "component": "SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM", "opened": "2026-07-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 156 complaints alleging a suspension failure in model year (MY) 2018-2020 Model 3 and MY 2021-2023 Model Y vehicles. The suspension failure involves the detachment of the front lower lateral link, which potentially causes a loss of vehicle directional control. In most cases, there was no advance warning or indication that the suspension failure would occur.  Some cases cite noises occurring prior to failure, but note that the vehicle provides no visual warnings. Once the failure occurs, the vehicle may not be drivable, thus requiring a tow. Tesla has previously recalled vehicles for lateral link detachments through two recalls. Recall 21V-835 addressed 2,791 MY2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 vehicles due to a production issue. Recall 23V-235 addressed 422 2018-2019 Tesla Model 3 vehicles that had experienced similar failures to those recalled under 21V-835. The subject failures for this investigation exceed the scope of these recalls and do not appear to be related to the production issue that prompted those recalls. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation to determine the underlying cause, scope, and severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related issues. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "EA24001", "subject": "Loss of steering control", "component": "STEERING", "opened": "2024-02-01", "closed": "2026-06-25", "campaign": "25V092", "summary": "On July 28, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE23014) to investigate instances of loss of electronic power-assisted steering in MY 2023 Tesla Model 3 and MY 2023 Tesla Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla, Inc. The complaints allege a sudden and unexpected inability to turn the steering wheel or an increase in effort required to turn the steering wheel. These conditions were alleged to occur both during the drive cycle, at various speeds, and at vehicle start up. Consumers reported receiving the warning message “Steering assist reduced” either before, during, or after the loss of steering control, and some consumers described their steering begin to feel “notchy” or “clicky” either prior to or just after the incident. On February 1, 2024, PE23014 was upgraded to EA24001 to further investigate the alleged defect in the affected vehicles. Tesla identified the cause of the increase in steering effort as an overvoltage breakdown (the voltage applied exceeds the maximum design limit), which can overstress motor drive components on the printed circuit board of the vehicle’s steering Electronic Control Unit (ECU). If the primary motor drive components experienced an overvoltage breakdown occurrence while the vehicle was traveling above 0 mph, electronic power-assisted steering would be diverted to secondary motor drive components. The secondary, or backup, motor drive components would maintain electronic power-assisted steering until the vehicle reached 0 mph. If the vehicle was operating on the secondary system and reached 0 mph, the driver would lose electronic power-assisted steering with manual steering remaining available. Only manual steering would remain until the vehicle’s steering ECU is replaced. On February 19, 2025, Tesla filed safety recall 25V092 to address the loss of electronic power-assisted steering. The recall filing documents state that a steering ECU software update, identified as 2023.3", "years": [2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE23014", "subject": "Loss of steering control", "component": "STEERING", "opened": "2023-07-28", "closed": "2024-02-05", "campaign": "", "summary": "On July 28, 2023, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE23-014) after receiving 12 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs) reporting loss of steering control in model years (MY) 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Y vehicles. During PE23-014, ODI interviewed complainants, sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Tesla, and convened technical meetings with Tesla that included a joint inspection of a crashed vehicle. The investigation identified 2,388 total complaints regarding the alleged defect, including 124 complaints through VOQs and 2,264 complaints through manufacturer data. ODI is associating 1 crash to this investigation (11544655), where a driver was unable to complete a right hand turn in the intersection and hit a vehicle. This vehicle was subject to a joint inspection by ODI and Tesla. The steering rack was recovered by ODI with the consumer’s permission. ODI’s interviews of allegations supplied to the agency, in the form of VOQs, identified patterns of the incoming complaint traffic. Complaints allege an inability to turn the steering wheel, while other complaints allege an increase in required effort to turn the steering wheel.  These conditions were reported to occur during the drive cycle as well as at start-up.  Approximately one-third of complaints with a reported speed occurred at vehicle start-up or speeds less than 5 mph. Interviews with failures reported at speeds over 5 mph, half reported an inability to turn the steering wheel. A majority of complaints with a reported speed reported between 5 mph and 35 mph with approximately 1 in 10 occurring on open roads at speeds 35 mph and over. The highest reported speed regarding an alleged inability to turn the steering wheel is 75 mph. A majority of allegations reported seeing a warning message, “Steering assist reduced”, either before, during or after the loss of steering control. A portion of drivers described their steering begin to feel “notchy” or “clickyâ€", "years": [2023], "open": false}, {"action": "DP23002", "subject": "Sudden Unintended Acceleration", "component": "VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL", "opened": "2023-06-29", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting that ODI reevaluate its decision to deny DP20-001 on the basis that intermittent high electrical current demands on the vehicles' 12VDC systems may have caused some or all of the incidents examined by ODI in DP20-001. The petitioner bases this information on a review of open-source research and the DP20-001 denial. The petition and related materials can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under the following ODI number: 11528471.", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": true}, {"action": "DP23001", "subject": "Defect Petition Interlock Request", "component": "UNKNOWN OR OTHER", "opened": "2023-04-07", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On March 21, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a petition requesting a “recall of all Tesla cars” produced from 2013 to the date on which the petition was filed due to what Petitioner considers to be the increased likelihood of pedal misapplication. Attached to the Petition is a paper authored by Petitioner. According to Petitioner, the differences in the operator controls between the subject Tesla vehicles and internal combustion engine powered vehicles promote driver pedal misapplication, leading to sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) incidents. To fix this alleged defect, Petitioner argues that the subject vehicles should be equipped with measures that require: (i) occasional removal of the driver’s foot from the pedals; and (ii) application of the brake pedal before fully stopping the vehicle. ODI evaluated the allegations by, among other things, reviewing the Petition and supporting technical paper, and analyzing Tesla’s response to ODI’s Information Request. ODI is denying this Petition. ODI has not found evidence that warrants the opening of a safety defect investigation into the Tesla vehicles as described in the Petition. The use of regenerative braking controlled by the accelerator pedal, or one-pedal driving, is common across most light vehicle manufacturers of electric vehicles and Tesla vehicles are not unique in this respect. Further, ODI identified only a handful of collisions potentially within the scope of the alleged defect; and corresponding vehicle data demonstrated that the subject vehicles responded appropriately to control inputs by their drivers. Moreover, ODI is unaware of any evidence to suggest that Petitioner’s proposed interlock would have prevented alleged SUA events as apparently described in the Petition and supporting materials. Accordingly, the Agency is denying the petition. As with all potential motor vehicle safety risks, NHTSA will continue to review any new information or incidents as they ar", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "EA22002", "subject": "Autopilot System Driver Controls", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM", "opened": "2022-06-08", "closed": "2024-04-25", "campaign": "23V838", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) upgraded PE21020 to EA22002 on June 8, 2022, to extend work and deepen the PE21020 crash analysis, to supplement that analysis with additional data, and to perform vehicle evaluations to understand how Tesla’s Autopilot system may exacerbate human factors or behavioral safety risks by undermining the effectiveness of the driver’s supervision. To support this work, ODI collected additional crash information and assessed vehicle control authority, driver engagement technologies, and related human factors considerations associated with partial automation via analysis of peer vehicle data and hands-on vehicle evaluation, assessments from NHTSA human factors subject matter experts, and reviews of related publications dedicated to partial driving automation. Autopilot is the simultaneous use of the features that Tesla calls Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. TACC is a type of adaptive cruise control that, like traditional cruise control, maintains a set speed but also slows or accelerates as necessary to maintain the vehicle’s following distance from a vehicle in front. As designed, Autosteer detects lane markings and the presence of other nearby vehicles and objects to keep the vehicle in its driving lane. Autopilot is characterized by Tesla as an SAE Level 2 (“L2 system”) partial driving automation system that provides driver assistance through steering, propulsion, and braking within a specified driving environment under direct supervision of the driver. L2 systems should be designed to support the driver’s need to monitor the system in response to the constantly changing driving environment and, if necessary, take over the dynamic driving task. To ensure sufficient driver engagement, vehicles with L2 systems should employ driver engagement systems and usage controls that are appropriate and sufficient for the L2 system design and driver expectations. ODI completed an analysis of 956 crashes reported", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023], "open": false}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}], "keywords": {"adas": [{"term": "cruise control", "docs": 60, "ratio": 13.2}, {"term": "autopilot", "docs": 35, "ratio": 30.5}, {"term": "braking", "docs": 51, "ratio": 7.3}, {"term": "phantom", "docs": 30, "ratio": 21.4}, {"term": "brakes", "docs": 44, "ratio": 5.6}, {"term": "behind", "docs": 35, "ratio": 6.3}], "steering": [{"term": "steering", "docs": 65, "ratio": 8.8}, {"term": "wheel", "docs": 52, "ratio": 10.1}, {"term": "assist reduced", "docs": 14, "ratio": 124.9}, {"term": "turn", "docs": 31, "ratio": 5.0}, {"term": "rack", "docs": 13, "ratio": 20.1}, {"term": "center", "docs": 21, "ratio": 6.4}], "electrical": [{"term": "app", "docs": 7, "ratio": 17.8}, {"term": "rear doors", "docs": 4, "ratio": 83.5}, {"term": "feature", "docs": 8, "ratio": 6.5}, {"term": "self-driving", "docs": 4, "ratio": 32.9}, {"term": "version", "docs": 4, "ratio": 28.7}, {"term": "disabled", "docs": 6, "ratio": 8.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2024-03-25", "last_filed": "2026-09-01", "median_filing_delay_days": 2, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 215, "crashes": 25, "fires": 1, "injuries": 19, "deaths": 0, "severe": 25, "severe_share": 11.6, "injuries_per_100": 8.8, "per_year": 80.4, "age_years": 2.7, "by_group": [{"group": "hvac", "count": 49, "share": 22.8, "ratio": 2.54}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 46, "share": 21.4, "ratio": 1.36}, {"group": "adas", "count": 40, "share": 18.6, "ratio": 3.24}, {"group": "steering", "count": 29, "share": 13.5, "ratio": 2.08}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 17, "share": 7.9, "ratio": 5.05}, {"group": "other", "count": 9, "share": 4.2, "ratio": 2.32}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 6, "share": 2.8, "ratio": 0.73}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 5, "share": 2.3, "ratio": 0.92}, {"group": "engine", "count": 4, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 0.09}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 4, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 0.31}, {"group": "structure", "count": 4, "share": 1.9, "ratio": 0.21}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 2, "share": 0.9, "ratio": 0.08}], "top_group": "hvac", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2024, "count": 96}, {"year": 2025, "count": 83}, {"year": 2026, "count": 36}], "early": 179, "early_closed": true, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 107, "share": 49.8}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 76, "share": 35.3}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 32, "share": 14.9}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 12, "recent_12m": 69, "prior_12m": 97, "recent_trend": "steady", "recalls": 5, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "26V445000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2024, "received": "2026-07-07", "component": "STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers, 208, \"Occupant Crash Protection,\" 201, \"Occupant Protection in Interior Impact,\" and Part 581, \"Bumper Standards.\"", "consequence": "A noncompliant vehicle may have reduced occupant protections, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla will repurchase noncompliant vehicles currently registered in the United States, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 5, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 or resolutions@tesla.com. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-004.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V002000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2024, "received": "2025-01-07", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2024, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V554000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2024, "received": "2024-07-24", "component": "LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}, {"campaign": "24V284000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2024, "received": "2024-04-19", "component": "AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:THORAX", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling one 2024 Model 3 vehicle.  The driver seat side air bag module was assembled without a deflector that directs gas flow during deployment.", "consequence": "Without a deflector, the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla service replaced the side air bag, free of charge.  The affected vehicle was repaired April 12, 2024.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-001.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}], "recall_groups": ["airbags", "electrical", "structure", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 28.4, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 2, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2024, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:34:02+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 1.91, "idx_vs_make": 1.21, "idx_vs_year": 2.1, "idx_vs_segment": 1.43, "early_idx": 2.55, "band": "more", "rank_in_year": 79, "n_in_year": 89, "peers_year": [{"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 9.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.23, "complaints": 26, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "F-150 Lightning", "per_year": 11.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.27, "complaints": 30, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 14.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.34, "complaints": 38, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Mustang Mach-E", "per_year": 15.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 42, "self": false}, {"make": "Volkswagen", "model": "ID.4", "per_year": 17.9, "idx_vs_all": 0.43, "complaints": 48, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "EV6", "per_year": 26.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.63, "complaints": 71, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 80.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.91, "complaints": 215, "self": true}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Ioniq 5", "per_year": 83.0, "idx_vs_all": 1.97, "complaints": 222, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "per_year": 117.4, "idx_vs_all": 2.79, "complaints": 314, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2023, "per_year": 113.5, "complaints": 417}, "next_year": {"year": 2025, "per_year": 67.6, "complaints": 113}, "investigations": [{"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}, {"action": "PE24031", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2024-10-17", "closed": "2026-03-18", "campaign": "", "summary": "On October 17, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24031) of Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) to assess: the ability of the FSD system to detect and respond appropriately to reduced roadway visibility conditions; whether any other FSD crashes had occurred under degraded roadway visibility conditions that are similar in nature to the four SGO-reported crashes identified in the opening document, and if so, the contributing circumstances for each of those crashes; and any updates or modifications by Tesla to the FSD system that may affect the performance of FSD in degraded roadway visibility conditions, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of any such updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. During this phase of the investigation, ODI reviewed the materials provided by Tesla detailing any actions taken, or changes, modifications, and updates made that may relate to the alleged defect. ODI reviewed information related to Tesla’s transition to a vision-only perception system, and its deployment of the strategy in vehicles. ODI’s findings include information on limitations of the vision-only perception system and updates made in response to known subject crashes. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in thi", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}, {"action": "RQ24009", "subject": "Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE", "opened": "2024-04-25", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening a Recall Query to assess the remedy adequacy of Recall 23V838. On December 12, 2023, Tesla filed a Defect Information Report (Recall 23V838) applicable to all Tesla models produced and equipped with any version of its Autopilot system, which Tesla described as an SAE Level 2 (L2) Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). Autopilot is the simultaneous engagement of Tesla’s Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) and Autosteer. In describing the safety defect, Tesla’s Defect Information Report (DIR) explained that “the prominence and scope of the system’s controls may be insufficient to prevent driver misuse,” and Tesla committed to the deployment of a multipart remedy aimed at improving system and engagement controls and reducing mode confusion. EA22002 (upgraded from PE21020) was opened to investigate whether Tesla’s Autopilot contained a defect that created an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety and involved extensive crash analysis, human factors analysis, vehicle evaluations, and assessment of vehicle control authority and driver engagement technologies. The work conducted in these investigations aligns with Tesla’s conclusion in its 23V838 recall filing. During EA22002, ODI identified at least 13 crashes involving one or more fatalities and many more involving serious injuries in which foreseeable driver misuse of the system played an apparent role. Tesla filed Recall 23V838 to address concerns regarding the Autopilot system investigated in EA22002. Following deployment of the remedy in Recall 23V838, ODI identified concerns due to post-remedy crash events and results from preliminary NHTSA tests of remedied vehicles. Also, Tesla has stated that a portion of the remedy both requires the owner to opt in and allows a driver to readily reverse it. Tesla has also deployed non-remedy updates to address issues that appear related to ODI’s concerns under EA22002. This investigation will consider why", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": true}, {"action": "PE22002", "subject": "Unexpected Brake Activation", "component": "FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS", "opened": "2022-02-16", "closed": "2026-06-29", "campaign": "", "summary": "On February 16, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE22002) to investigate reports of unexpected deceleration while driving with the adaptive cruise control system engaged in Model Year (MY) 2021 – 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured by Tesla. The subject systems include Autopilot (all versions), Full Self-Driving (FSD) and Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC). These complaints have been colloquially referred to as “phantom braking”. ODI opened PE22002 to determine the scope and severity of the potential problem and to assess any resulting safety issues in the subject vehicles. The alleged defect is an unexpected and unrequested vehicle deceleration triggered by the subject system during subject system engagement. The alleged defect does not occur when the subject system is not in use and is separate and distinct from Automated Emergency Braking (AEB). During vehicle operation, AEB is actively monitoring in the subject vehicles regardless of subject system and its intervention is accompanied by audible and visual collision warnings. A Vehicle Owners Questionnaire (VOQ) trend originating in November 2021 prompted ODI to open PE22002. VOQ narratives reported unexpected brake activation while using TACC, Autopilot or FSD. The trend grew from 99 by the end of 2021 to 314 by February 16, 2022, when PE22002 was opened. ODI sent Information Request (IR) Letters to Tesla on May 4, 2022, and July 11, 2024, to request salient data to quantify vehicle production, field incidents, and the physical parameters of the phantom braking reports. ODI also requested information pertaining to Tesla’s internal assessments, problem resolutions, and their assessment of the alleged defect. Typically, the complaints to ODI and Tesla allege a 10-20 mph speed reduction at highway speeds over a 1-3 second time period.No collisions were identified. Drivers reported seeing no vehicles ahead in the travel lane that would have triggere", "years": [2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024], "open": false}], "keywords": {"hvac": [{"term": "signal", "docs": 26, "ratio": 56.4}, {"term": "buttons", "docs": 18, "ratio": 72.6}, {"term": "turn", "docs": 28, "ratio": 6.7}, {"term": "horn", "docs": 10, "ratio": 31.8}, {"term": "steering wheel", "docs": 17, "ratio": 7.0}, {"term": "muffled", "docs": 5, "ratio": 587.3}], "electrical": [{"term": "signal", "docs": 17, "ratio": 39.3}, {"term": "buttons", "docs": 14, "ratio": 60.2}, {"term": "turn", "docs": 18, "ratio": 4.6}, {"term": "stalks", "docs": 4, "ratio": 338.1}, {"term": "steering wheel", "docs": 13, "ratio": 5.7}, {"term": "traditional", "docs": 3, "ratio": 113.1}], "adas": [{"term": "fsd", "docs": 15, "ratio": 99.2}, {"term": "full", "docs": 12, "ratio": 9.1}, {"term": "lane", "docs": 14, "ratio": 5.9}, {"term": "cruise", "docs": 12, "ratio": 7.6}, {"term": "control", "docs": 17, "ratio": 3.9}, {"term": "zero reaction", "docs": 3, "ratio": 2158.2}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}, {"first_filed": "2024-11-06", "last_filed": "2026-08-10", "median_filing_delay_days": 2, "limited_data": false, "complaints": 113, "crashes": 24, "fires": 0, "injuries": 7, "deaths": 0, "severe": 24, "severe_share": 21.2, "injuries_per_100": 6.2, "per_year": 67.6, "age_years": 1.7, "by_group": [{"group": "adas", "count": 23, "share": 20.4, "ratio": 3.56}, {"group": "electrical", "count": 21, "share": 18.6, "ratio": 1.18}, {"group": "hvac", "count": 21, "share": 18.6, "ratio": 2.07}, {"group": "steering", "count": 17, "share": 15.0, "ratio": 2.31}, {"group": "brakes", "count": 10, "share": 8.8, "ratio": 1.45}, {"group": "engine", "count": 4, "share": 3.5, "ratio": 0.16}, {"group": "structure", "count": 4, "share": 3.5, "ratio": 0.38}, {"group": "exterior", "count": 4, "share": 3.5, "ratio": 2.24}, {"group": "wheels", "count": 3, "share": 2.7, "ratio": 1.08}, {"group": "transmission", "count": 2, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 0.15}, {"group": "airbags", "count": 2, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 0.47}, {"group": "other", "count": 2, "share": 1.8, "ratio": 0.99}], "top_group": "adas", "by_filed_year": [{"year": 2024, "count": 3}, {"year": 2025, "count": 81}, {"year": 2026, "count": 29}], "early": 113, "early_closed": false, "age_buckets": [{"key": "age_0_1", "count": 90, "share": 79.6}, {"key": "age_1_2", "count": 23, "share": 20.4}, {"key": "age_2_3", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_3_5", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}, {"key": "age_5p", "count": 0, "share": 0.0}], "median_age_months": 8, "recent_12m": 64, "prior_12m": 49, "recent_trend": "rising", "recalls": 3, "recall_list": [{"campaign": "25V690000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2025, "received": "2025-10-10", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS", "summary": "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.", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "25V002000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2025, "received": "2025-01-07", "component": "BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE", "summary": "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.\"", "consequence": "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.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 0}, {"campaign": "24V935000", "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2025, "received": "2024-12-17", "component": "TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS", "summary": "Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles.  The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, \"Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems.\"", "consequence": "Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.", "remedy": "Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025.  Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.  Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.", "park_it": 0, "park_outside": 0, "ota": 1}], "recall_groups": ["electrical", "wheels"], "recall_covered_share": 21.2, "park_warnings": 0, "ota_recalls": 1, "make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "year": 2025, "fetched_at": "2026-09-04T11:34:05+00:00", "segment": "ev", "idx_vs_all": 1.61, "idx_vs_make": 1.02, "idx_vs_year": 1.41, "idx_vs_segment": 1.2, "early_idx": null, "band": "more", "rank_in_year": 68, "n_in_year": 85, "peers_year": [{"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model S", "per_year": 3.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.09, "complaints": 6, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "F-150 Lightning", "per_year": 3.6, "idx_vs_all": 0.09, "complaints": 6, "self": false}, {"make": "Ford", "model": "Mustang Mach-E", "per_year": 7.2, "idx_vs_all": 0.17, "complaints": 12, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model X", "per_year": 9.0, "idx_vs_all": 0.21, "complaints": 15, "self": false}, {"make": "Volkswagen", "model": "ID.4", "per_year": 15.5, "idx_vs_all": 0.37, "complaints": 26, "self": false}, {"make": "Kia", "model": "EV6", "per_year": 31.7, "idx_vs_all": 0.75, "complaints": 53, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model Y", "per_year": 57.4, "idx_vs_all": 1.36, "complaints": 96, "self": false}, {"make": "Tesla", "model": "Model 3", "per_year": 67.6, "idx_vs_all": 1.61, "complaints": 113, "self": true}, {"make": "Hyundai", "model": "Ioniq 5", "per_year": 185.3, "idx_vs_all": 4.4, "complaints": 310, "self": false}], "prev_year": {"year": 2024, "per_year": 80.4, "complaints": 215}, "next_year": null, "investigations": [{"action": "EA26002", "subject": "FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2026-03-18", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is opening this Engineering Analysis to evaluate Tesla’s Full Self Driving Beta and Full Self Driving (Supervised) (collectively, FSD) degradation detection system. The focus of this investigation will be to assess the system’s ability, when encountering reduced roadway visibility conditions, to detect degradation and alert the driver with sufficient time to respond. ODI will evaluate the performance of FSD in degraded roadway conditions and the updates or modifications by Tesla to the degradation detection system, including the timing, purpose, and capabilities of the updates, and Tesla’s assessment of their safety impact. Tesla’s FSD is an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) that relies exclusively on vision-based cameras and the related FSD software to detect and respond to the roadway ahead, projecting a path forward based on traffic control devices, vehicles, pedestrians, and the roadway itself. When Tesla began transitioning away from using both cameras and radars to an exclusively camera-based approach, known as Tesla Vision, in mid-2021, it developed and implemented a degradation detection system that it deployed by a software update to existing and new Tesla vehicles. On June 28, 2024, the day after Tesla submitted the SGO report of the November 28, 2023 fatal crash listed in this document, Tesla began developing an update to the degradation detection system. At this time, ODI does not have information on when the update was deployed and which vehicles have the updated system. ODI discussed individual incidents and its initial findings during the PE phase of its investigation with Tesla. As part of those discussions, Tesla’s post-incident analysis indicated that the update to the degradation detection system, had it been installed on the vehicles at the time, may have affected 3 of the 9 incidents identified by ODI. Tesla also described internal data and labeling limitations that prevented a uniform i", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE25012", "subject": "Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") is engaged", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-10-07", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to assess the scope, frequency, and potential safety consequences of FSD executing driving maneuvers that constitute traffic safety violations. This investigation concerns versions of FSD that Tesla has labeled as \"FSD (Supervised)\" and \"FSD (Beta).\" Tesla characterizes FSD as an SAE Level 2 partial automation system requiring a fully attentive driver who is engaged in the driving task at all times. Level 2 partial automation systems are designed to support and assist the driver in performing certain aspects of the driving task, requiring a driver to supervise and intervene as necessary.  The driver remains fully responsible at all times for driving the vehicle, including complying with applicable traffic laws. ODI’s investigation will therefore focus, in particular, on whether certain driving inputs within the control authority of FSD forestall the driver’s supervision when they are unexpectedly performed. ODI has identified a number of incidents in which the inputs to the dynamic driving task commanded by FSD induced vehicle behavior that violated traffic safety laws. Although reports of this nature span a variety of behaviors, the reports appear to most commonly involve two types of scenarios. The first type of scenario involves a vehicle operating with FSD proceeding into an intersection in violation of a red traffic signal. The second type of scenario involves FSD commanding a lane change into an opposing lane of traffic. With respect to the first type of scenario, ODI has identified 18 complaints and 1 media report alleging that a Tesla vehicle, operating at an intersection with FSD engaged, failed to remain stopped for the duration of a red traffic signal, failed to stop fully, or failed to accurately detect and display the correct traffic signal state in the vehicle interface. Some complainants also alleged that FSD did not provide warnings of the system's in", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "AQ25002", "subject": "Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS", "opened": "2025-08-20", "closed": null, "campaign": "", "summary": "The Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) has identified numerous incident reports submitted by Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”) in response to Standing General Order 2021-01 (the “SGO”), in which the reported crashes occurred several months or more before the dates of the reports. The majority of these reports involved crashes in which the Standing General Order in place at the time required a report to be submitted within one or five days of Tesla receiving notice of the crash. When the reports were submitted, Tesla submitted them in one of two ways. Many of the reports were submitted as part of a single batch, while others were submitted on a rolling basis. Preliminary engagement between ODI and Tesla on the issue indicates that the timing of the reports was due to an issue with Tesla’s data collection, which, according to Tesla, has now been fixed. NHTSA is opening this Audit Query, a standard process for reviewing compliance with legal requirements, to evaluate the cause of the potential delays in reporting, the scope of any such delays, and the mitigations that Tesla has developed to address them. As part of this review, NHTSA will assess whether any reports of prior incidents remain outstanding and whether the reports that were submitted include all of the required and available data. The SGO reports cited in the Opening Resume, can be found at NHTSA.gov/SGOCrashReporting under the following SGO 2021-01 report IDs: 13781-11020-1 13781-10844-1 13781-10843-1 13781-10530-1 13781-10160-1 13781-10159-1 13781-10157-1 13781-10146-1 13781-10122-1 13781-10098-1 13781-10097-1 13781-10096-1 13781-10095-1 13781-10094-1 13781-10093-1 13781-10023-1 13781-10022-1 13781-10021-1 13781-10020-1 13781-10017-1 13781-10016-1 13781-10015-1 13781-10014-1 13781-10013-1 13781-10012-1 13781-6047-1 13781-9930-1 13781-9917-1 13781-9928-1 13781-9925-1 13781-9924-1 13781-9923-1 13781-9922-1 13781-9835-1 13781-9834-1 13781-9833-1 13781-9832-1 13781-9831-1 13781-9830-1 13781-9829-1 1378", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": true}, {"action": "PE24033", "subject": "Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.", "component": "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING", "opened": "2025-01-06", "closed": "2026-04-03", "campaign": "", "summary": "On January 6, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigations (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation 24003 (PE24033) to investigate Actually Smart Summon (Summon) sessions resulting in crashes during active sessions. According to Tesla, Summon is a short-distance SAE Level 2 system, controlled by the user from a cell phone within a certain distance and intended for use in parking lots and on private property. ODI analyzed complaint data provided by Tesla as well as complaints submitted to ODI from consumers to identify Summon incidents resulting in crashes. ODI's analysis indicates that almost all Summon reported crashes involved minor property damage claims with no reported incidents involving a vulnerable road user, injury, fatality, or major property damage as indicated by an air bag deployment or vehicle tow away. Out of millions of Summon sessions, a fraction of 1% resulted in an incident. Almost all those incidents took place where, typically early in a Summon session, the system or person using the app failed to fully detect or respond appropriately to vehicle surroundings resulting in minor impacts. Incidents took place when app users did not have a complete 360-degree view of the surroundings in the app to assess situational awareness. This limited the app user’s ability to determine whether an impact was imminent during initial vehicle maneuvers such as reversing in close proximity to an obstacle or a curb. ODI found that the impacts most often occurred with parking gates, adjacently parked vehicles, and short parking bollards. During this investigation, ODI identified two Summon crashes related to camera blockages. In both crashes, Summon attempted to navigate a snowy parking lot with snow partially or fully obstructing the forward-facing cameras. Summon did not detect the camera blockage and the vehicles collided with unoccupied parked vehicles while navigating the parking lot. App users in both instances did not command a vehicle stop or pause despite the obs", "years": [2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025], "open": false}], "keywords": {"adas": [{"term": "fsd", "docs": 16, "ratio": 184.0}, {"term": "supervised", "docs": 6, "ratio": 395.1}, {"term": "limit", "docs": 6, "ratio": 28.9}, {"term": "max speed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 197.5}, {"term": "means", "docs": 4, "ratio": 33.9}, {"term": "self", "docs": 4, "ratio": 30.3}], "electrical": [{"term": "full self-driving", "docs": 4, "ratio": 112.3}, {"term": "signal buttons", "docs": 3, "ratio": 456.8}, {"term": "self-driving fsd", "docs": 3, "ratio": 253.8}, {"term": "turn signal", "docs": 4, "ratio": 44.7}, {"term": "bags deployed", "docs": 3, "ratio": 37.6}, {"term": "air bags", "docs": 4, "ratio": 12.0}], "hvac": [{"term": "horn", "docs": 9, "ratio": 66.9}, {"term": "turn signal", "docs": 7, "ratio": 78.2}, {"term": "speaker", "docs": 4, "ratio": 171.3}, {"term": "muffled", "docs": 3, "ratio": 822.2}, {"term": "audible", "docs": 4, "ratio": 38.6}, {"term": "buttons", "docs": 4, "ratio": 37.6}]}, "changed": "2026-09-04"}]}