Tesla MODEL 3 and Model Y recall: Update vehicle software to correct TPMS behaviour
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles upon detection of a malfunction with the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) the TPMS tell tale does not persist between drive cycles where the vehicle is off or asleep between the drive cycles. Therefore the driver may not be adequately warned of…
- What to do
- Contact a Tesla dealer to book the free repair. Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
What’s wrong
On affected vehicles upon detection of a malfunction with the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) the TPMS tell tale does not persist between drive cycles where the vehicle is off or asleep between the drive cycles. Therefore the driver may not be adequately warned of potential under-inflation of the tyres increasing the risk of a collision.
The fix
Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) wireless update.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| MODEL 3 | 21 May 2019 | 11 Oct 2024 | 45,929 |
| Model Y | 16 Nov 2021 | 15 Nov 2024 | 16,964 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 31 December 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.