Tesla recall: Electrical system
What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
What could happen
An inoperable horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers as needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-009.
Vehicles covered
- Tesla Model Y 2026
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 25V490000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Tesla, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jul 28, 2025
- Owners notified
- Sep 23, 2025
- Vehicles or items affected
- 6
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Mar 14, 2025 to Jul 10, 2025
- Part
- Electrical system › Horn
- Maker's own recall number
- SB-25-17-009
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Tesla recall: Suspension Aug 31, 2026
- Tesla recall: Exterior lighting Aug 4, 2026
- Tesla recall: Air bags Jul 7, 2026
- Tesla recall: Equipment May 18, 2026
- Tesla recall: Back over prevention May 4, 2026
- Tesla recall: Electrical system Oct 10, 2025
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.