Filed by Tesla, Inc. on May 29, 2025; 1 model-year listings affected.
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer, linkages
NHTSA campaign 25V359000 · reported May 29, 2025 · Tesla, Inc. · 172 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
- The risk
- The inability to clean the windshield reduces the driver’s visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.