Tesla Recalls Nearly 6,000 U.S. Cars Over Potentially Loose Bolts
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Tesla Inc is recalling nearly 6,000 U.S. vehicles because brake caliper bolts could be loose, with the potential to cause a loss of tire pressure, documents made public on Wednesday show.
The recall covers certain 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. Tesla’s filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it had no reports of crashes or injuries related to the issue and that the company will inspect and tighten, or replace, the caliper bolts as necessary.
Tesla said that loose caliper bolts could allow the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim, which could cause a loss of tire pressure in “very rare circumstances.” The company said that in the “unlikely event” there is vehicle damage from a loose or missing fastener, it will arrange for a tow to the nearest service center for repair.
The filing with NHTSA said Tesla was made aware in December of a field incident involving a 2021 Model Y vehicle with a missing fastener on the driver-side rear brake caliper.
The company has since taken measures to prevent the loosening of the bolts in the assembly process
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific Tesla models are affected by this recall?
Which specific Tesla models are affected by this recall?
The recall covers certain 2019-2021 Model 3 vehicles and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles. These are the only models mentioned in the recall documentation made public on Wednesday.
Q.What is the potential safety risk associated with the loose brake caliper bolts?
What is the potential safety risk associated with the loose brake caliper bolts?
Loose caliper bolts could cause the brake caliper to separate and contact the wheel rim, potentially leading to a loss of tire pressure. This could occur under very rare circumstances.
Q.Has Tesla reported any accidents or injuries due to this bolt issue?
Has Tesla reported any accidents or injuries due to this bolt issue?
Tesla's filing with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration stated that the company has received no reports of crashes or injuries related to this particular issue.
Q.What corrective action will Tesla take for affected vehicles?
What corrective action will Tesla take for affected vehicles?
The company will inspect and tighten, or replace, the brake caliper bolts as necessary to resolve the issue. If there is vehicle damage, Tesla will arrange a tow to a service centre.
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