The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·26V507000·Announced 2026-08-04

Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles recalled for excessive headlight brightness

Tesla, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles because the headlight low beams may be too bright, increasing the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where a safety defect (headlight brightness) could increase crash risk, but no injuries or fatalities have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Tesla, Inc. is recalling specific 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The recall was initiated because the headlight low beams may exceed the maximum light output allowed by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108.

Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, which increases the risk of a crash.

Tesla is currently developing a remedy. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 regarding this recall (SB-24-17-003).

The recalled product

Product
TESLA MODEL 3, MODEL Y
Brand
TESLA
Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Automotive
Hazard
Affected units
20,349

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • MODEL 3
  • MODEL Y

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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