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November 17, 2020 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V709000
Loose Control Arm Bolts May Affect Steering
A detached upper control arm can cause the wheels to lean in or out, decreasing the driver’s ability to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V709
Manufacturer Tesla, Inc.
Components SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected 401
Summary
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles. The bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper control arm to detach from the steering knuckle.
Remedy
Tesla will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and as necessary, tighten the bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 15, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla‘s number for this recall is SB-20-31-012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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