There’s been a recently announced Tesla recall for connectivity issues with the rear camera on Tesla Model S and 3 vehicles.
Affecting approx 475,000 vehicles.
December 21, 2021 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V00D000
NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V00D000
Manufacturer Tesla, Inc.
Components ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY, BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potential Number of Units Affected 356,309
Summary
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles. The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.
Remedy
Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.
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.
