Tesla Model Y recall: Update Vehicle Firmware to Remedy Anti Pinch Feature of Right Front Window
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles a firmware feature that allowed for high-speed sampling of the right front window motor encoder was not enabled bringing vehicles out of compliance with the relevant regulations for Auto-reversing Requirements.
- What to do
- Contact a Tesla dealer to book the free repair. Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) update.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles a firmware feature that allowed for high-speed sampling of the right front window motor encoder was not enabled bringing vehicles out of compliance with the relevant regulations for Auto-reversing Requirements.
The fix
Install modified software via an Over the Air (OTA) update.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y | 3 Mar 2025 | 17 Jul 2025 | 5,777 |
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 24 September 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.