United StatesCertain 2017, 2021–2023 Model 3, 2020–2023 Model Y, 2021–2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6 are affected. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse, which fails to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 111 and increases the risk of a crash. Tesla released a free over‑the‑air software update, mailed owner notification letters on July 3, 2026, and owners may contact Tesla at 1-877-798-3752 (recall SB-26-00-001).
What's being recalled
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V283000; Manufacturer campaign SB-26-00-001
The hazard
A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
What to do
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected from U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Check the original before you act on it.
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