CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Tesla Roadster has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (1 report).
1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2008 Tesla Roadster recalls
Most common 2008 Tesla Roadster problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Traction Control System | 1 |
What owners report
THE VEHICLE IS PRONE TO 'SUDDEN ACCELERATION' PROBLEMS WHERE THE DRIVER LOSES CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ENGAGES AND FORCES THE REGENERATIVE ENGINE BREAKING SYSTEM TO DISENGAGE. THE TESLA ROADSTER USES VERY AGGRESSIVE ENGINE REGENERATIVE BREAKING SO, WHEN IT IS DISENGAGED, THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD UNCONTROLLABLY AND FASTER THAN THE DRIVER CAN REACT BY ENGAGING THE BREAKS. THIS MOST COMMONLY HAPPENS WHEN I DRIVE DOWN A HILL OR AROUND A CORNER AT 20 MPH USING ENGINE REGENERATIVE BREAKING TO SLOW THE VEHICLE AND HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD THAT ENGAGES THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM. THE CAR WILL SUDDENLY DOUBLE SPEED (40 MPH) FOR APPROXIMATELY FIVE SECONDS AS THE ENGINE
2008 Tesla Roadster questions
Does the 2008 Tesla Roadster have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2008 Tesla Roadster: Wheels:Hub. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Tesla Roadster?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (1), Traction Control System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Tesla Roadster has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.