Tesla Model X recall: Parking Brake
Official safety recall 17V260000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model S | 2012 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2013 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2014 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2015 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2016 | United States |
| Tesla Model X | 2016 | United States |
| Tesla Model X | 2017 | United States |
The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.