Recall 26V507000: Tesla, Inc., exterior lighting:headlights
Reported 2026-08-04 · vehicle recall · 20,349 units
Problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2017 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2018 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2019 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2020 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2021 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2022 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2023 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2020 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2021 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2022 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2023 |
| Manufacturer campaign | SB-24-17-003 |
|---|---|
| Initiated by | OVSC |
| Owner letters | not yet dated |
Original record: NHTSA · JSON: /api/recall/26V507000.json · all recent recalls