Tesla recalls Model 3 and Model Y due to brake failure
It is not known how many vehicles are affected, but this includes the four-door Model 3 produced between December 2018 and March 2021, as well as the Model Y SUV produced between January 2020 and January 2021.
Tesla is voluntarily taking its Model 3 and Model Y off the road to test their brake calipers.
Tesla has yet to officially announce its latest recall on the site, but owners of these vehicles are receiving recall notices. On some Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, the brake calipers are not connected properly. Of course, this problem is associated with the risk of an accident.
, “On some vehicles, the brake caliper bolts may not be tightened to specifications. If one or more of these bolts are not secured to specification, the bolts may loosen over time and, in very rare cases, may become sufficiently loose or come off that the brake caliper comes into contact with the inner surface of the brake caliper. wheel rim. . In such rare cases, abnormal noise may occur and the wheel may not rotate freely, which may cause tire pressure to drop.”
If the brake caliper bolts are not installed where they should be, they can come loose. If you drive one of these vehicles, you may notice that the vehicle is making unusual noises.
Tesla is voluntarily recalling some Model 3 and Model Y vehicles to inspect brake caliper bolts.
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This voluntary Tesla recall is for Model 3 four-door models manufactured between December 2018 and March 2021. It also applies to Model Y SUVs manufactured between January 2020 and January 2021.
The total number of vehicles that may be affected is not yet known.
Owners of these models affected by the Tesla recall can make an appointment on the manufacturer's mobile app to check their Model 3 or Model Y.
Tesla will take care of fixing the brake calipers if necessary. Although there is no information on the site yet. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Tesla owners can also keep an eye on the site, which is constantly updated based on reviews.
Tesla's last recall was in February of this year and affected some Model S and Model X vehicles due to a faulty infotainment system.
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