Tesla Model S recall: Loss of power steering assistance
- What's wrong
- Potential failure of steering gear motor bolts when exposed to long term high corrosive environment. This can lead to loss of power assistance to the steering which would result in additional effort from the driver to steer the vehicle.
- What to do
- Contact a Tesla dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the aluminium bolts with stainless steel bolts. Where necessary the steering rack will be replaced.
What’s wrong
Potential failure of steering gear motor bolts when exposed to long term high corrosive environment. This can lead to loss of power assistance to the steering which would result in additional effort from the driver to steer the vehicle.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the aluminium bolts with stainless steel bolts. Where necessary the steering rack will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model S | 31 May 2012 | 9 Apr 2016 | 3,243 |
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 30 March 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.