2023 Tesla Model 3 Recall: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V434000 | Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Recall Summary

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.

Safety Consequence

A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.

Remedy

Tesla Service will replace the pyrotechnic battery disconnect, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-16-005.

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.

Related Information

Source: NHTSA Safety Recall 23V434000