Tesla recall: Steering
What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
What could happen
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 31, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-014.
Vehicles covered
- Tesla Model S 2017–2021
- Tesla Model X 2017–2021
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 22V818000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Tesla, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Nov 1, 2022
- Owners notified
- Dec 31, 2022
- Vehicles or items affected
- 40,168
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Steering › Electric power assist system
- Maker's own recall number
- SB-22-00-014
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Tesla recall: Back over prevention May 4, 2026
- Tesla recall: Air bags Mar 19, 2025
- Tesla recall: Back over prevention Jan 6, 2025
- Tesla recall: Air bags Dec 23, 2024
- Tesla recall: Electrical system Jul 24, 2024
- Tesla recall: Seat belts May 28, 2024
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.