Recall 22V063000
NHTSA safety recall campaign 22V063000. Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. 578,607 units potentially affected.
Risk Summary (Consequence)
Pedestrians may be unaware of an approaching vehicle if the PWS sounds are obscured, increasing the risk of a crash.
Defect Summary
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external speaker while the vehicle is in motion, which may obscure the Pedestrian Warning System (PWS) sounds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."
Remedy
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will disable the Boombox functionality when the vehicle is in Drive, Neutral and Reverse modes, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-003. Note: This recall has been superseded by Recall 22V-235. Tesla's number for the new recall is SB-22-00-003.
Key Dates
Affected Vehicles
Other TESLA, INC. Recalls
Recent campaigns from the same manufacturer (last 3 years)
Recent TESLA, INC. Recalls
| Campaign | Report Date | Component | Makes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V735000 | Oct 27, 2025 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | TESLA | 6,197 |
| 25V699000 | Oct 14, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | TESLA | 63,619 |
| 25V690000 | Oct 10, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:FUSES, RELAYS, CONTACTS, AND SHUNTS | TESLA | 12,963 |
| 25V658000 | Oct 1, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | TESLA | 260 |
| 25V490000 | Jul 28, 2025 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN | TESLA | 6 |
| 25V410000 | Jun 18, 2025 | SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS | TESLA | 48 |
| 25V359000 | May 29, 2025 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES | TESLA | 172 |
| 25V172000 | Mar 19, 2025 | AIR BAGS | TESLA | 91 |
| 25V170000 | Mar 18, 2025 | STRUCTURE:BODY | TESLA | 46,096 |
| 25V092000 | Feb 14, 2025 | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | TESLA | 376,241 |
Consumer Complaints Referencing This Campaign
NHTSA complaints whose narratives mention 22V063000
Referencing Complaints
| Complaint ID | Incident Date | Vehicle | Component | Narrative Snippet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1814515 | Feb 25, 2022 | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2020 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, there was a loud sound com… |
| 1814516 | Feb 25, 2022 | 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | The contact owns a 2020 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, there was a loud sound com… |
| 1796103 | Feb 14, 2022 | 2022 TESLA MODEL Y | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated while driving approximately 73 MPH, the vehicle experienced “P… |
| 1800925 | Jan 21, 2022 | 2022 TESLA MODEL S | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while pulling out of the garage without the seat belt securely… |
| 1800926 | Jan 21, 2022 | 2022 TESLA MODEL S | SEAT BELTS | The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while pulling out of the garage without the seat belt securely… |
How to Act on This Recall
- Owners: Contact your authorized dealer to schedule the remedy at no cost. Remedy is covered under 49 U.S.C. 30120.
- Fleets: Use the Fleet Recall Checker to scan your VIN list against this and other open campaigns.
- Looking up a specific VIN? Check VIN against NHTSA for open recalls on that vehicle.
- NHTSA contact: Vehicle Safety Hotline 1-888-327-4236.