Pedestrian warning sound may be obscured/fmvss 141
Defect Summary
Tesla, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 model y, model x, model s, and 2017-2022 model 3 vehicles. the boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the pedestrian warning system (pws) sounds. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 141, "minimum sound requirements for hybrid and electric vehicles."
Safety Consequence
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the pws sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (ota) software update that will disable the boombox functionality when the vehicle is in drive, neutral and reverse modes, including summon and smart summon, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed june 6, 2022. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-22-00-003. note: this recall supersedes recall 22v-063. vehicles configured with summon or smart summon and already remedied under 22v-063 will need to have the new remedy software installed.
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FAQ: Recall 22V235000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 22V235000?
NHTSA recall 22V235000 was issued by Tesla, Inc. on April 12, 2022. It addresses: Pedestrian warning sound may be obscured/fmvss 141. The recall affects approximately 594,894 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Tesla, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 22V235000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB-22-00-003. 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.