NHTSA recall 26V507000 · Aug 5, 2026
Tesla, Inc.: Low Beam Headlights May Be Too Bright/FMVSS 108
Product
2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles
Hazard
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Tesla Service will replace the headlights, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
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- Summary
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Potentially affected
- 20,349
- Manufacturer campaign number
- SB-24-17-003
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) notice.
Copied from the agency record without changes. Data as of Oct 14, 2026, 1:15 AM EDT. The agency notice is the final word.
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