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

Affects Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Model X, Model S · 2013–2022 — about 7K vehicles.

The hazard

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

What to do

Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, release 2023.44.30.14, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-006.

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