Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V709000 Reported November 17, 2020

Loose control arm bolts may affect steering

Q: What is recall 20V709000?

NHTSA recall 20V709000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on November 17, 2020. It addresses: Loose control arm bolts may affect steering. The recall affects approximately 401 vehicles , with the defect involving the Suspension component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Tesla, Inc. · Suspension · 401 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

20V709000

Manufacturer Campaign

SB-20-31-012

Manufacturer

Tesla, Inc.

Component

Suspension

Vehicles Affected

401

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 17, 2020

Completion Rate

96.01

Defect 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.

Safety Consequence

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.

Corrective Action

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.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 20V709000 or campaign SB-20-31-012.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 20V709000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V709000?

NHTSA recall 20V709000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on November 17, 2020. It addresses: Loose control arm bolts may affect steering. The recall affects approximately 401 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V709000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB-20-31-012. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.