NHTSA Campaign 26V507000
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Issued by Tesla, Inc. · Reported Aug 4, 2026 · 20,349 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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."
Consequence
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 September 15, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2017 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2018 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2019 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2020 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2021 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2022 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL 3 | 2023 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2020 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2021 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2022 | 20,349 |
| TESLA | MODEL Y | 2023 | 20,349 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V507000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.