NHTSA recall 17V-260 (17V260000)
parking brake recall reported April 19, 2017 - about 31,709 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V260000
- Also written as
- 17V-260
- Manufacturer number
- SB-17-33-002
- Reported
- April 19, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~31,709
- Component
- parking brake
What is being recalled
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Why it is dangerous
If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-260 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.