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Tesla Cybertruck, Model 3 and and 2020-2025 Model Y recall: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain

Recall published 1+ years ago

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with…

The hazard: Tyre or wheel defect

This recall covers tyres or wheels, where the identifying code is moulded into the product itself rather than printed on a label.

What the notice says: Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

Why it matters: A tyre or wheel may fail in service. A sudden tread separation or wheel failure at speed is difficult for any driver to control, whatever their experience.

Recall details

Recall number
24V935000
Published
December 17, 2024
Risk level
NHTSA safety recall
Status
Open safety recall
Issued by
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Brand
Tesla
Product type
Tires
Distribution
Nationwide
Vehicles
Tesla Model Y
Lot / code info
NHTSA campaign number 24V935000

Products covered by this recall

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Vehicles in this campaign

Check your product

The notice names 3 codes you can read straight off the package. Type the one printed on yours and the list below narrows to it.

Vehicle

Match this against the make and model on your registration.

  • Cybertruck
  • Model 3
  • and 2020-2025 Model Y

Codes are lifted verbatim from the NHTSA — Vehicle safety recalls notice. A code that is missing here may still be covered — the official notice is the complete list.

What to do about Tyres

Tesla — This recall covers tyres or wheels, where the identifying code is moulded into the product itself rather than printed on a label.

  1. Check the DOT code on the tyre sidewall or the part number on the wheel against the identifiers listed in the notice.
  2. Do not keep running on an affected tyre while you wait for stock — ask about a temporary replacement, which is normally provided free.
  3. Have the spare checked too; it is frequently from the same production batch and is just as frequently forgotten.
  4. Keep the repair order the dealer hands you. It is your proof the campaign was closed out, and it matters at resale.

Costs, reimbursement and your rights

The repair itself is free. What people most often miss is that money already spent can frequently be claimed back.

  • If you paid for the same repair out of pocket before the recall was announced, ask the manufacturer for reimbursement. Carmakers must run a reimbursement plan for pre-notification repairs; you will need the original invoice.
  • Towing is normally covered where the vehicle is unsafe to drive, and loaner cars or rental reimbursement are often available on long parts delays. Neither is usually offered unless you ask.
  • A dealer may not charge a diagnostic, inspection or shop-supplies fee for recall work. If one appears on the estimate, query it before you sign.
  • If a dealer refuses the repair, delays it unreasonably or tries to bill you, complain to the manufacturer’s customer line, then to NHTSA. Those complaints are logged against the campaign.

Remedy named in the notice: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.

Company contact: Tesla, Inc.

The official notice

This page summarises a notice published by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The agency notice is the authoritative version — read it before you act, and treat it as the final word if anything here looks different.

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Questions people ask about this recall

Why was Tesla tires recalled?

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with… Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.

How do I know if I have the recalled product?

The notice does not publish package codes for this recall. Compare the product name, size and the purchase window against the official NHTSA — Vehicle safety recalls record, and contact the company if you are unsure.

What should I do with it right now?

Check the DOT code on the tyre sidewall or the part number on the wheel against the identifiers listed in the notice.

Can I get my money back?

The notice says: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.

Does the repair cost me anything?

No. Safety recall repairs are performed free of charge at a franchised dealer for as long as the campaign is open, whether or not the vehicle is still under warranty.

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