Recall 22V-169: 2017–2020 Tesla Model 3, 2018–2019 Tesla Model S and 1 more

Tesla, Inc. recall for back over prevention, reported to NHTSA on Mar 18, 2022, covering about 947 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-169
Report date
Mar 18, 2022
Vehicles affected
947
Owners notified
May 17, 2022

The problem

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."

The risk

A delayed rearview camera image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerTesla, Inc.
ComponentBack Over Prevention › Display Function
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V169000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Tesla Model 32017, 2018, 2019, 2020All years
Tesla Model S2018, 2019All years
Tesla Model X2018, 2019All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 22V-169?

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."

How is recall 22V-169 fixed?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.