NHTSA recall 24V554000
Software May Fail to Detect Unlatched Hood
- Vehicles affected
- 1,849,638
- Completion rate
- 99.3%
- Remedy
- Over the air
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.
Issue
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
An unlatched hood can fully open, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.
Internal ID: 24V554000 · Updated October 2, 2026
