NHTSA 24V554000 United States
Tesla Model 3 recall: Latches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Official safety recall 24V554000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign24V554000
ComponentLatches/locks/linkages:hood:latch
Report date2024-07-24
ManufacturerTesla, Inc.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 2020 | United States |
| Tesla Model Y | 2021 | United States |
| Tesla Model Y | 2022 | United States |
| Tesla Model Y | 2023 | United States |
| Tesla Model Y | 2024 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2021 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2022 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2023 | United States |
| Tesla Model S | 2024 | United States |
| Tesla Model X | 2021 | United States |
| Tesla Model X | 2022 | United States |
| Tesla Model X | 2023 | United States |
| Tesla Model X | 2024 | United States |
| Tesla Model 3 | 2021 | United States |
| Tesla Model 3 | 2022 | United States |
| Tesla Model 3 | 2023 | United States |
| Tesla Model 3 | 2024 | United States |
The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.