CarRecallWatch- Component
- STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
- Problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Semi vehicles. The door open warning indicator only displays when the vehicle's parking brake is not engaged and the side door is not fully latched. In addition, the door closure warning system allows the operator to dismiss the notification that the side door is unlatched, which could result in driving with an unsecured door. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
- Risk
- An operator may be unaware of an unsecured door and begin driving, increasing the risk of injury to occupants.
- Remedy
- Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. All affected vehicles were repaired by June 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The door open warning light may not appear when the side door is not fully latched and the parking brake is off. The warning can also be dismissed by the driver, so a door that is not secured may go unnoticed while the vehicle is being driven. This creates a risk of injury to occupants if a door opens unexpectedly.
The manufacturer has released a free over-the-air software update that corrects the warning system. The notice states that all affected vehicles were repaired by June 2023. Owners can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 with any questions.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls on the NHTSA website to confirm whether your vehicle needs this update.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Tesla Semi | 2022 |
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