Tesla Model 3: Camera

Date

Dec. 21, 2021

Filed by

Tesla, Inc.

Vehicles

Tesla Model 3 (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020)

Component

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera; Electrical System › Wiring › Rear Compartment/Trunk; Visibility › Rearview Mirrors/Devices › Interior

Description of the defect

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles. The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying.

Potentially affected

356309

What can happen

A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 24, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-17-008.

Recall notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Owner notification date

April 25, 2022

Manufacturer campaign number

SB-21-17-008

Recall type

V (vehicle)

Influenced by

MFR

Manufacturer's component

ASY,HARN,DECKLID,M3 · MODEL 3 TRUNK HARNESS · 1068789-00-G

Recall number

21V00D000

What should I do? Car recall: how to check your car and get it fixed

Source: NHTSA · Vehicle record. View the agency notice. The agency notice governs; check it and the company before acting.