Technical Service Bulletins
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SB1917011
Oct 3, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Certain Model 3 vehicles ordered with front fog lights were delivered without the front fog lights.
SB-18-16-013 R1
Sep 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 vehicles might have too few HV battery positive contactor mounting nuts installed, which can allow movement that might affect the conductivity of the contactor terminals.
SB-19-12-001 R1
Sep 25, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model 3 vehicles, the front and/or mid aero shield panels might be susceptible to damage when driving through standing water. This can result in damaged or missing panels. Updated panels are available which have a more robust design
SB-19-12-002
Sep 25, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model 3 vehicles, the front and/or mid aero shield panels might be missing.
SB-17-11-003 R1
Sep 24, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
On some Model X vehicles, the rear door edge protector might allow water to enter the door latches or cinching actuators on the rear (Falcon Wing) doors. If the vehicle is then parked outdoors in freezing conditions the water can freeze, re
SB-17-11-004 R1
Sep 24, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Water may enter the door latches or cinching actuators of the rear (Falcon Wing) doors. If the vehicle is then parked outdoors in freezing conditions, the water can freeze, potentially interfering with the closing functionality of the rear
SB-18-11-002 R1
Sep 24, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model X vehicles, water might enter the door latches on the rear (Falcon Wing) doors, which can damage the electrical components integral to door latching operation.
SB-18-11-003 R1
Sep 24, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Excessive water ingress to the latches on the rear doors may damage internal components or impede operation of the rear door latch.
SB-18-14-001 R1
Sep 23, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model 3 vehicles, the top surface of the Instrument Panel (IP) carrier is prone to premature outlines or stains, such as an object left on the IP carrier in the sunlight. These outlines or stains can be temporarily removed, but can
SB-19-11-005 R1
Sep 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
For some Model X vehicles, the rear door pinch sensor carrier has a gap hiding seal that applies force to the rear door exterior jamb, which might cause paint issues.
SB-19-11-003
Aug 22, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Some rear door striker plates were manufactured from material that might have allowed striker plate fasteners to be over-torqued during manufacture, potentially causing the striker plate to deform over time and resulting in a clunking noise
SB-19-11-005
Aug 8, 2019
162310 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
For some Model X vehicles, the rear door pinch sensor carrier has a gap hiding seal that applies force to the rear door exterior jamb, which might cause paint issues.
SB-19-13-002
Jul 24, 2019
220000 SEATS
The design tolerance of some 1st row seat lift link pivot bolts might be such that the seat slightly rocks while in use. The rocking does not affect vehicle drivability or safety.
SB-18-17-004 R3
Jul 20, 2019
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
On some Model X vehicles traveling at highway speeds, the washer fluid spray might not sufficiently cover the driver?s lower windshield.
SB-19-16-010
Jul 17, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The HV battery on some Model 3 vehicles might produce a subtle "thunk" noise when ascending or descending a mountain, or during Supercharging in colder climates. The "thunk" noise occurs when the air pressure outside the battery is differen
SB-19-44-008
Jul 12, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model S and Model X vehicles, the 2nd generation High Voltage (HV) harness between the Front Junction Box (FJB) and the front drive unit might become disconnected, which could prompt a driver alert to bring the vehicle to a safe
SB-17-15-003 R1
Jul 8, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some 5-seat Model X vehicles do not have the trunk gap hider and brackets installed.
SB-19-39-001 R2
Jun 25, 2019
100000 POWER TRAIN
Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from t
SB-18-16-009 R1
Jun 24, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
On some Model 3 vehicles, one or two HV battery breather valves might be missing or improperly installed.
SB-19-32-001
Jun 15, 2019
010000 STEERING
On a certain few Model 3 vehicles, the steering shaft sleeve diameter is too large, and might preload the steering shaft boot bearing so as to cause a squeaking noise to come from the steering shaft boot when the steering wheel is turned. T
SB-19-39-001
May 28, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
During hard acceleration, the driver might notice vibrations coming from the front of some Model S or Model X vehicles.
SB-17-13-005 R3
May 24, 2019
220000 SEATS
On some Model S and Model X front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking mo
SB-18-13-002 R2
May 24, 2019
220000 SEATS
On some Model S base trim front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking moti
SB1917005R1
Apr 24, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model X vehicles, a pinched electrical wiring harness at the liftgate might create an obstruction alert, causing the power function of the liftgate not to operate. The liftgate can still be manually opened and closed.
SB1919003
Apr 5, 2019
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Certain Model 3 vehicles were manufactured with incorrect information on the statutory plate near the base of the driver side B-pillar.