Technical Service Bulletins
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SB1831009
Oct 9, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
On some Model S vehicles equipped with air suspension, a front-end rattle noise might come from behind the IP carrier when traveling over road transitions. For example, when traveling from driveway to street, or from asphalt to concrete. Th
SB-18-15-006
Sep 13, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model X vehicles, incorrect routing of the intrusion sensor wires might result in electrical interference between the intrusion sensor and the intrusion sensor electrical control unit (ECU). The electrical interference causes the ca
SB-18-16-006
Sep 13, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the positive busbar nut under the power conversion system and additional bolts within the High Voltage (HV) battery penthouse were insufficiently torqued during manufacturing.
SB-18-16-007
Sep 13, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
On certain Model 3 vehicles, some bolts within the high voltage (HV) battery penthouse were insufficiently torqued to internal specifications during manufacturing.
SB-18-16-008
Sep 13, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the rear drive unit HV header bolts and the positive contactor bolt within the High Voltage (HV) battery penthouse were insufficiently torqued to internal specifications during manufacturing.
SB-16-11-006 R1
Aug 22, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
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-18-14-002
Aug 14, 2018
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
On some Model 3 vehicles, the glove box solenoid might have been lubricated with incorrect grease, and might require excessive force to unlatch the glove box.
SB-18-34-002
Aug 9, 2018
200000 WHEELS
Certain Model 3 vehicles were delivered with 18 inch pinwheel caps (aero wheel covers) that have minor discoloration.
SB-18-40-004 R1
Aug 1, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, an issue in the CAN transceiver internal to the drive unit might result in intermittent communication errors, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode or not start.
SB-18-31-001
Jul 24, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
Some Model S vehicles were manufactured with front suspension lower fore links that do not meet Tesla?s internal specifications. The lower fore link may contact the sway bar mounting bracket, causing noise and the risk for damage to front s
SB-17-15-004 R1
Jul 20, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model X vehicles, one or both intrusion sensors may have been incorrectly installed and may not function properly.
SB-18-13-002
Jul 19, 2018
220000 SEATS
On some Model S base trim 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect performan
SB-16-90-003 R3
Jul 13, 2018
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Some customers have a due bill for an Accessories Hitch. The Accessories Hitch has been discontinued. In place of the Accessories Hitch, these customers are to receive the Hitch Package, which can be used to attach hitch accessories. These
SB-18-32-005
Jul 13, 2018
010000 STEERING
On some Model 3 vehicles, the steering column control module connector retaining clip may have been reused following repairs. This clip is one-time-use.
SB-17-13-005 R1
Jul 9, 2018
220000 SEATS
On some Model S and Model X 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect perform
SB-17-17-002 R2
Jul 9, 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-18-14-001
Jun 18, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
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-18-16-004 R1
Jun 12, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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-18-45-002
May 21, 2018
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
On some Model 3 vehicles, the 2nd row floor footwell might make a muffled thud or pop noise when a passenger steps on the affected areas.
SB-18-16-005
May 17, 2018
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Some Model 3 vehicles might have been manufactured without one or both HV battery breathers.
SB-18-16-001 R3
May 16, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On certain Model 3 vehicles, specific issues with the power conversion system might prevent contactors from closing or cause the power conversion system E-fuse circuit to open, leading to an inability to recharge the 12V battery.
SB-18-11-005 R1
May 15, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model 3 vehicles, water might leak inside the motors of both front window motor/regulator assemblies. This might cause the motors to fail and potentially make the front windows inoperable.
SB-18-40-005
May 9, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
On certain Model 3 vehicles, the rear drive unit inverter might lose power, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode.
SB-18-10-003
May 2, 2018
151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Certain Model 3 vehicles were manufactured with the upper bolt of each rear door lower hinge being longer than necessary. These bolts might rub against the front seat belt retractor spools, leaving a cosmetic mark on the belts. This will no
SB-18-17-010 R1
Apr 24, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On some Model X vehicles, a plug on the 12V battery was not installed at the factory, or a Service Center installed a replacement 12V battery that lacks the plug.