NHTSA recall 23V-235 (23V235000)
suspension recall reported March 31, 2023 - about 422 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 23V235000
- Also written as
- 23V-235
- Manufacturer number
- SB-23-31-001
- Reported
- March 31, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- ~422
- Component
- suspension
What is being recalled
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Model 3 vehicles. The front suspension lateral link fasteners may loosen, allowing the lateral link to separate from the sub-frame.
Why it is dangerous
A lateral link separation could shift the wheel alignment, causing instability and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Tesla Service will tighten or replace the lateral link fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 30, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-31-001. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 21V-835.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 23V-235 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.