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January 19, 2016 Service bulletin

On certain Model 3 vehicles, the inner assembly of the high voltage (HV) battery positive and negative...

Tesla technical service bulletin SB-19-16-001 for 2018 Tesla Model 3.

Bulletin number
SB-19-16-001
Component
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Summary
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the inner assembly of the high voltage (HV) battery positive and negative contactors might be in a weakened state and fail unexpectedly. Upon failure of either contactor, the high voltage system shuts down, and the vehicle cannot be charged or driven.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 168 complaints in the electrical category.

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