2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y recall: caliper
Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall on May 25, 2021. It covers about 5,974 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,974
- reported
- May 25, 2021
- owners notified
- Jul 23, 2021
- related complaints
- 456
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliper
- What is wrong
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim.
- Risk
- Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1‑877‑798‑3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
Recall number 21V387000
Affected vehicles
- Tesla Model 3 2019-2021 201920202021
- Tesla Model Y 2020-2021 20202021
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 456 complaints about brakes problems.
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Questions about recall 21V387000
Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y caliper?
Yes. Recall 21V387000, reported on May 25, 2021, covers about 5,974 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 21V387000?
Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1‑877‑798‑3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.
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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