NHTSA recall 23V235000
Suspension › Critical fasteners
Tesla Model 3
Reported Mar 31, 2023422 vehicles affectedTesla, Inc.Maker’s number SB-23-31-001
The defect
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.
The risk
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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.
Suspension › Critical fastenersSuspension › Front