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NHTSARecalled May 25, 2021 · #21V387000

Loose Brake Caliper Bolts

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Model 3 and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. The brake caliper bolts may be loose, allowing the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim. Contact with the rim may cause a loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Loose Brake Caliper Bolts
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Model numbers
2021 Model
UPCs

What you should do

Tesla Service will inspect and tighten, or replace the caliper bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 23, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service online by visiting www.tesla.com/support/contact or by calling 1-877-79-TESLA (or 1-877-798-3752). Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-33-002.

View the official CPSC notice