Filed by Tesla, Inc. on August 4, 2026; 11 model-year listings affected.
Exterior lighting: headlights
NHTSA campaign 26V507000 · reported August 4, 2026 · Tesla, Inc. · 20,349 vehicles potentially affected
- The problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
- Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were be mailed October 3, 2026. Another notice will be sent once the repair becomes available. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
Whether a particular car is included depends on its build date: check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.