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2012-2017 Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X recall: parking brake

Tesla Motors, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 19, 2017. It covers about 31,709 vehicles.

vehicles affected
31,709
reported
Apr 19, 2017
owners notified
Mar 6, 2018
related complaints
154

Parking brake

What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Risk
If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.

Recall number 17V260000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 154 complaints about brakes problems.

2013 Tesla Model S2014 Tesla Model S2015 Tesla Model S2016 Tesla Model S2016 Tesla Model X2017 Tesla Model X

Questions about recall 17V260000

Is there a recall on the 2012-2017 Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X parking brake?

Yes. Recall 17V260000, reported on April 19, 2017, covers about 31,709 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V260000?

Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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