Tesla Model 3, Model X +2 more: Forward collision avoidance — external/pedestrian alert

Affects Tesla Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Model S · 2017–2022 — about 579K vehicles.

The hazard

Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235. Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational