2023 Tesla Model S Recalls

Updated Ryan Davis5 Critical Recalls

Recall Summary

The 2023 Tesla Model S has 35 recalls recorded by NHTSA.

16 High Risks Found — View Now

Total Recalls

35
16 High Risks

Source: NHTSA Campaign Data

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Locate your 17-character VIN on the dashboard or driver's door jamb.

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Recall Summary

What the recall count means for the 2023 Tesla Model S

The 2023 Tesla Model S has 35 recall campaigns on record. Yes, buyers should pay close attention. The 2023 Tesla Model S has 16 serious recalls touching safety-critical systems, so a VIN-specific remedy check should happen before you buy.

Which systems are affected?

The main systems named in recall filings for the 2023 Tesla Model S include ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE, STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE, STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR, AIR BAGS:FRONTAL.

What should buyers check before purchase?

Run a VIN recall lookup, confirm dealer remedy completion, and compare the recall themes against the maintenance and complaints reports before committing.

What is the most serious recall on the 2023 Tesla Model S?

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2023 Model S, Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving Beta (FSD Beta) software or pending installation.  The FSD Beta system may allow the vehicle to act unsafe around intersections, such as traveling straight through an intersection while in a turn-only lane, entering a stop sign-controlled intersection without coming to a complete stop, or proceeding into an intersection during a steady yellow traffic signal without due caution. In addition, the system may respond insufficiently to changes in posted speed limits or not adequately account for the driver's adjustment of the vehicle's speed to exceed posted speed limits.

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Data and Methodology

MethodologyHow we score →

Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.

FAQ

How many recalls does the 2023 Tesla Model S have?

There are 35 recall campaigns for the 2023 Tesla Model S.

Recall rows are tied to NHTSA campaign-level source references.

Are there safety critical recalls for the 2023 Tesla Model S?

There are 16 which have high risk. Prioritize campaigns affecting brakes, steering, airbags, fuel systems, or fire risk, then confirm remedy availability with VIN lookup.

Recall response workflow is provided next to the data table.

Recall campaigns
35
Primary source
NHTSA recall filings and campaign references
Workflow
Count, campaign details, remedy status, and VIN verification

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