The problem
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.
The risk
FSD Beta software that allows a vehicle to exceed speed limits or travel through intersections in an unlawful or unpredictable manner increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 23V-085 (23V085000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | SB-23-00-001 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Component | Steering › Automated/adaptive steering |
| Report date | February 15, 2023 |
| Owners notified | April 15, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 362,758 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2017 Tesla Model 3
- 2018 Tesla Model 3
- 2019 Tesla Model 3
- 2020 Tesla Model 3
- 2021 Tesla Model 3
- 2022 Tesla Model 3
- 2023 Tesla Model 3
- 2016 Tesla Model S
- 2017 Tesla Model S
- 2018 Tesla Model S
- 2019 Tesla Model S
- 2020 Tesla Model S
- 2021 Tesla Model S
- 2022 Tesla Model S
- 2023 Tesla Model S
- 2016 Tesla Model X
- 2017 Tesla Model X
- 2018 Tesla Model X
- 2019 Tesla Model X
- 2020 Tesla Model X
- 2021 Tesla Model X
- 2022 Tesla Model X
- 2023 Tesla Model X
- 2020 Tesla Model Y
- 2021 Tesla Model Y
- 2022 Tesla Model Y
- 2023 Tesla Model Y
Owner complaints about the steering
- 2017 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 1
- 2018 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 81
- 2019 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 53
- 2020 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 47
- 2021 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 27
- 2022 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 38
- 2023 Tesla Model 3 steering problems 88
- 2016 Tesla Model S steering problems 87
- 2017 Tesla Model S steering problems 47
- 2018 Tesla Model S steering problems 15
- 2019 Tesla Model S steering problems 4
- 2020 Tesla Model S steering problems 10
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 23V-085 repair free?
Yes. Tesla dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Tesla will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 15, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-001.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 362,758 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.