Tesla Recall 18V204000: Steering, Electric Power Assist System

NHTSA recall 18V204000 · announced March 29, 2018 · filed by Tesla, Inc. · 70,421 units affected

The problem

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Tesla Model S vehicles equipped with Bosch steering racks. The aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.

The risk

Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.

What to do

Tesla will notify owners, and Tesla Service Centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2019. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-18-32-002.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2012 Tesla Model S
• 2013 Tesla Model S
• 2014 Tesla Model S
• 2015 Tesla Model S
• 2016 Tesla Model S

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.