Technical Service Bulletins
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SB-19-20-001
Jan 7, 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.
SB-19-15-001
Jan 4, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
On some Mode X vehicles, a rattle might originate from the sun visors when connected to the rearview mirror due to the design of the magnetic clip.
SB-19-11-001
Jan 3, 2019
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
On certain Model S vehicles, the liftgate has plugs that do not allow water to drain, causing condensation to build up inside the tail light assembly. Tail light functionality is not affected. The retrofit of updated drain-type liftgate plu
SB-19-11-002
Jan 3, 2019
176100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the hood latch might be out of alignment, causing a possible interference with the underhood storage unit.
SB-19-31-001
Jan 3, 2019
020000 SUSPENSION
On certain Model S vehicles, either lower rear control arm might crack, causing excessive negative camber of the rear suspension.
SB-17-17-002 R3
Dec 21, 2018
264100 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
On some Model S and Model X vehicles with 2nd generation Autopilot, the forward facing camera pitch (vertical angle) might not conform to internal specifications.
SB-18-12-009
Dec 19, 2018
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
On some Model 3 vehicles, the push rivets, nuts, and bolts that attach the underbody aero panels might have been improperly installed. Consequently, fasteners might be missing, and underbody panels might be damaged or missing.
SB-18-16-017
Dec 19, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The cooling tubes inside the HV battery were not brazed to Tesla?s internal standards. This condition might result in a reduction of vehicle driving range.
SB-18-15-008
Dec 14, 2018
130000 VISIBILITY
Certain Model X vehicles were manufactured with triple camera windshield brackets that were not properly secured to the windshield. The bracket may look uneven and/or move when manipulated. However, there is no effect on Autopilot functiona
SB-15-17-003 R4
Dec 12, 2018
190000 TIRES
It is now possible to retrofit the Continental Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a Baolong TPMS.
SB-18-17-004 R2
Dec 11, 2018
130000 VISIBILITY
On some Model X vehicles traveling at highway speeds, the washer fluid spray might not sufficiently cover the driver's lower windshield.
SB-18-16-013
Dec 7, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Certain Model 3 vehicles might have too few HV battery positive contactor mounting nuts installed. Too few mounting nuts allow movement that might affect the conductivity of the contactor terminals.
SB-18-44-010
Dec 7, 2018
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 not to fully connect to the vehicle and preventing the High Voltage (HV) battery to c
SB-18-11-009
Dec 6, 2018
175200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
For some Model 3 vehicles, the trunk lid might require more effort than expected to fully close.
SB-18-11-004 R2
Nov 30, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
On some Model X vehicles, water might enter the door latches or cinching actuators on the rear doors, which can damage certain components integral to automated door latching operation. If a component fails, manual door latching operation is
SB-18-20-005
Nov 30, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model 3 vehicles, the Occupant Classification System (OCS) frequency might be out of range because of electrical interference on the front passenger seat harness, causing the airbag indicator to display on the touchscreen.
SB-18-16-012
Nov 19, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles with the Long Range HV battery, the Battery Monitor Boards (BMBs) were attached to the battery modules with insufficient adhesive, which might affect HV battery reliability.
SB-18-33-005
Nov 19, 2018
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Some Model 3 vehicles are equipped with rear brake dust shields that can trap road debris between the dust shield and brake rotor, causing loud grinding noises.
SB-18-12-008
Nov 8, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
On some Model 3 vehicles, customers might be unable to remove the rear license plate mounting screws because the grommet threads might be stripped.
SB-18-11-004 R1
Nov 2, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
On some Model X vehicles, water might enter the door latches or cinching actuators on the rear doors, which can damage certain components integral to automated door latching operation. If a component fails, manual door latching operation is
SB-18-11-007
Nov 2, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model X vehicles are equipped with rear door outer belt seals that could allow water to enter the rear door, potentially damaging components integral to automated door latching operation. If a component fails, manual door latching o
SB1816011
Oct 23, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
For certain Model 3 vehicles, the power conversion system needs replacement.
SB1817012
Oct 20, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some Model 3 vehicles might have been manufactured with the C-pillar electrical harness(es) routed incorrectly, causing a gap between the upper C-pillar trim and side rail trim.
SB1816010
Oct 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles with the Long Range HV battery, some wire bonds that connect the cells within the HV battery are missing. This condition might result in a reduction of vehicle driving range.
SB1816009
Oct 9, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model 3 vehicles, one or two HV battery breather valves might be missing or improperly installed.