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Recalls For 2018 TESLA MODEL S

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Recall #1 Issued: 2021 10 29 - Camp #20211029

This 2018 TESLA MODEL S recall affects the FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Manufactured by Tesla, Inc.

Description Of Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.

Conseqence Of Defect

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla Service has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Additional 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.

Recall #2 Issued: 2021 10 29 - Camp #20211029

This 2018 TESLA MODEL S recall affects the FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Manufactured by Tesla, Inc.

Description Of Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.

Conseqence Of Defect

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla Service has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Additional 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.

Recall #3 Issued: 2021 10 29 - Camp #20211029

This 2018 TESLA MODEL S recall affects the FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Manufactured by Tesla, Inc.

Description Of Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.

Conseqence Of Defect

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla Service has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Additional 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.

Recall #4 Issued: 2021 10 29 - Camp #20211029

This 2018 TESLA MODEL S recall affects the FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE Manufactured by Tesla, Inc.

Description Of Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.

Conseqence Of Defect

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla Service has released an over the air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

Additional 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.

Recall #5 Issued: 2021 12 21 - Camp #20211221

This 2018 TESLA MODEL S recall affects the LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH Manufactured by Tesla, Inc.

Description Of Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2014-2021 Model S vehicles. The front trunk latch assembly may be misaligned, preventing the secondary hood latch from engaging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "Hood Latch System."

Conseqence Of Defect

If the primary latch is inadvertently released and the secondary latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla Service will inspect and reposition the latch assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-11-003.

Additional 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.

Recall #6 Issued: 2022 01 27 - Camp #20220127

This 2018 TESLA MODEL S recall affects the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE Manufactured by Tesla, Inc.

Description Of Defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the Full Self-Driving (Beta) software may allow the vehicle to travel through an all-way stop intersection without first coming to a stop.

Conseqence Of Defect

Failing to stop at a stop sign can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that disables the "rolling stop" functionality, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 28, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-001.

Additional 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.