Technical Service Bulletins
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SB1913001R1
Apr 4, 2019
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On some Model X vehicles equipped with 2nd row fold-flat bench seats, the RH and/or LH seat backs might interfere with the rear door panel when the door is closed and cause NVH issues.
SB-19-19-001
Feb 28, 2019
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Certain Model 3 vehicles were manufactured with incorrect regulatory labeling near the base of the driver side B-pillar.
SB-18-17-002 R1
Feb 14, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 vehicles might have increased resistance at ground terminals, and might not provide sufficient signal reference ground at specific connectors.
SB-19-16-008
Feb 13, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Debris on the fixture used to mate HV battery clamshells might have damaged a cell during assembly, which could reduce range or limit charging.
SB-19-16-009
Feb 13, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
On some Model 3 vehicles with the Long Range HV battery, a few cell interconnects within the HV battery are missing. This condition might result in a reduction of vehicle driving range.
SB-19-16-006
Feb 8, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 vehicles might have a displaced fastener within the penthouse cavity, which might prevent the vehicle from starting, or charging the HV battery or 12V battery.
SB-18-44-010 R3
Feb 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have pin deadfronts that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle to not fully connect to the vehicle and therefore preventing the High Voltage (HV)
SB-19-16-005
Feb 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, a screw that secures the 12V DCDC positive terminal within the power conversion system (PCS) might have become loose. A loose terminal might present alerts on the touchscreen, or cause the PCS to shut down.
SB-16-11-006 R2
Feb 5, 2019
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Early front door latches are susceptible to water ingress, which might cause the touchscreen to show the door in the wrong position or prevent the door from opening and closing automatically. The door can still be opened with the inside han
SB-19-44-002
Feb 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, water might enter the inductive sensor in the charge port door assembly, causing the charge port door to be inoperative.
SB-18-16-004 R2
Feb 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the one-time use bolts that attach the high voltage controller to the penthouse cover were not torqued to Tesla?s internal specification.
SB-19-17-001
Feb 4, 2019
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Some early Model 3 vehicles were built with a RH rear reflex lens that was susceptible to cosmetic issues such as visible weld spots or foggy blemishes.
SB-19-30-001
Feb 4, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
The rear node of some Model S and Model X vehicles might have damage in the forward mounting location of the rear subframe, resulting in noise, vibration, or harshness coming from that location.
SB-19-40-002
Jan 26, 2019
105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
Certain Model 3 vehicles might have been manufactured without a rear drive unit (RDU) breather, and consequently might have contaminated gearbox fluid.
SB-17-13-005 R2
Jan 25, 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 R1
Jan 25, 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
SB-18-44-010 R2
Jan 25, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have pin deadfronts that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle to not fully connect to the vehicle and therefore preventing the High Voltage (HV) ba
SB-18-44-010 R1
Jan 23, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the charge port power terminals have insulator pins that might become dislodged from the terminals, causing the charge handle to not fully connect to the vehicle and therefore preventing the High Voltage (HV) ba
SB-19-40-001
Jan 23, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
On certain Model 3 vehicles, coolant might leak from the rear drive unit inverter 55 degree fluid coupling. This could result in a low coolant alert in the vehicle.
SB-19-12-001
Jan 19, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
On some Model 3 vehicles, the front and/or mid aero shield panels might be susceptible to damage when driving through standing water. Updated panels are available which have a more robust design than the original panels.
SB-19-16-004
Jan 16, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The clamshell graft inside the HV battery was not fastened to Tesla?s internal specifications. This condition might result in a reduction of vehicle driving range.
SB-19-16-002
Jan 15, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Certain Model 3 vehicles with the Long Range HV battery might have fasteners within the HV battery platter that are not torqued to Tesla?s internal specifications, which might affect HV battery reliability.
SB-19-16-003
Jan 15, 2019
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
On certain Model 3 vehicles with Dual Motor, some wire bonds that connect the cells within the HV battery are not bonded to Tesla?s internal specifications. This condition might result in a reduction of vehicle driving range.
SB-18-32-002 R3
Jan 11, 2019
010000 STEERING
Long-term exposure to high-corrosion environments might weaken the bolts that attach the power steering motor to the steering rack housing.
SB-19-20-001 R1
Jan 11, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
The propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator might degrade over time, which could cause the inflator body to rupture in the event the airbag is deployed.