Tesla, Inc. - Low Beam Headlights May Be Too Bright/FMVSS 108
USTesla, Inc. - Low Beam Headlights May Be Too Bright/FMVSS 108
Recalling Firm: Tesla, Inc.
Reason for Recall / Hazard
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Product Description & Identification
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be to 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."
Affected Products
Low Beam Headlights May Be Too Bright/FMVSS 108
Additional Source Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Subject | Low Beam Headlights May Be Too Bright/FMVSS 108 |
| Nhtsa id | 26V507000 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING |
| Recall link › Url | https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V507000 |
| Recall link › Description | Go to Recall |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Do not drive | No |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Defect summary | Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be to 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." |
| Corrective action | The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003. |
| Consequence summary | Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Mfr campaign number | SB-24-17-003 |
| Potentially affected | 20349 |
| Report received date | 2026-08-05T00:00:00.000 |
| Fire risk when parked | No |
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- Recalling FirmTesla, Inc.
- Risk LevelEXTERIOR LIGHTING
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