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2020-2023 Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y recall: tail lights

Tesla, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 15, 2022. It covers about 321,628 vehicles.

vehicles affected
321,628
reported
Nov 15, 2022
owners notified
Jan 14, 2023
related complaints
57

Exterior lighting: tail lights

What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. One or both taillights may intermittently fail to illuminate.
Risk
A taillight that fails to illuminate may reduce the visibility of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.

Recall number 22V844000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 57 complaints about lights problems.

2023 Tesla Model 32020 Tesla Model Y2021 Tesla Model Y2022 Tesla Model Y2023 Tesla Model Y

Questions about recall 22V844000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2023 Tesla Model 3 and Tesla Model Y tail lights?

Yes. Recall 22V844000, reported on November 15, 2022, covers about 321,628 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V844000?

Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1‑877‑798‑3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-016.

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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