Tesla recalls 2017–2023 Model 3 and 2020–2023 Model Y cars over headlight low beams that are too bright
The low beam headlights on these cars may be brighter than allowed, which can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers and raise the risk of a crash.
What to do
Tesla Service will replace the headlights free of charge, and owners will get another notice once the repair is available. Owners can call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 and refer to recall number SB-24-17-003.
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Recall details
- Product
- Tesla Model 3, Model Y 2017–2023
- Company
- Tesla, Inc.
- Hazard
- Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Units
- 20,349 vehicles
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 4, 2026
- Identifiers
- NHTSA campaign number: 26V507000
- Manufacturer campaign number: SB-24-17-003
- Model years: 2017–2023
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Official notice
The notice's own wording from NHTSA.
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Defect
- 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.
- Corrective action
- Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were be mailed October 3, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the repair becomes available. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
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