NHTSA recall 20V-609 (20V609000)
exterior lighting recall reported September 30, 2020 - about 2,567 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 20V609000
- Also written as
- 20V-609
- Manufacturer number
- SB-20-00-002
- Reported
- September 30, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- ~2,567
- Component
- exterior lighting
What is being recalled
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Why it is dangerous
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (OTA) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-20-00-002.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 20V-609 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.