Tesla recall: Exterior lighting
What is wrong
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
What could happen
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were be mailed October 3, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the repair becomes available. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
Vehicles covered
- Tesla Model 3 2017–2023
- Tesla Model Y 2020–2023
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 26V507000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Tesla, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Aug 4, 2026
- Owners notified
- Not yet
- Vehicles or items affected
- 20,349
- Started by
- NHTSA compliance testing
- Built
- –
- Part
- Exterior lighting › Headlights
- Maker's own recall number
- SB-24-17-003
- Safety standard
- FMVSS 108
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Tesla recall: Air bags Jul 7, 2026
- Tesla recall: Back over prevention May 4, 2026
- Tesla recall: Electrical system Oct 10, 2025
- Tesla recall: Seats Jun 18, 2025
- Tesla recall: Steering Feb 14, 2025
- Tesla recall: Back over prevention Jan 6, 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.