Recall 22V-296: 2022 Tesla Model 3, 2021–2022 Tesla Model S and 2 more

Tesla, Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2022, covering about 129,960 vehicles.

NHTSA number
22V-296
Report date
May 3, 2022
Vehicles affected
129,960
Owners notified
Jul 1, 2022

The problem

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.

The risk

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.

The fix

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.

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.
ComponentEquipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (Touch)screen/Monitor/Unit
Back Over Prevention › Display Function
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number22V296000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Tesla Model 32022All years
Tesla Model S2021, 2022All years
Tesla Model X2021, 2022All years
Tesla Model Y2022All 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-296?

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.

How is recall 22V-296 fixed?

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.

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.