recall information
Recall number
REC-005041
Campaign number
SB-21-11-003
Original published date
make and model information
Make
TESLA
Model
Model S
Year range
2014 - 2020
Affected units
2,156
Variant applicability
All variants within this model
Identifying features
VIN (Vehicle identification number)
What are the defects?
Due to a manufacturing issue the secondary bonnet latch may be located in the incorrect position, this could prevent the secondary latch from engaging as designed.
What are the hazards?
If the primary latch is released and the secondary latch is not engaged the bonnet may open without warning. This increases the risk of an accident causing injury or death to vehicle occupants and other road users.
What should consumers do?
Owners of affected vehicles can contact can schedule an appointment after that notification with Tesla Service through their mobile-app.
https://www.tesla.com/en_AU/support/service-visits?redirect=no#schedule-appointment
Note: Before driving, the notification of the primary latch being disengaged on the driving display should not be ignored and the hood of the vehicle closed properly. With the primary latch being correctly engaged there is no risk to driving.
https://www.tesla.com/en_AU/support/service-visits?redirect=no#schedule-appointment
Note: Before driving, the notification of the primary latch being disengaged on the driving display should not be ignored and the hood of the vehicle closed properly. With the primary latch being correctly engaged there is no risk to driving.
Supplier details
Tesla, Inc.
Who should owners/operators contact for more information?
Contact name
Tesla Service
Contact website
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
