Technical Service Bulletins
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SB-17-17-014
Nov 1, 2017
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain Model 3 vehicles have thermal harness covers that might allow splashed water to ingress into the front body controller module, potentially resulting in diminished connection.
SB-17-18-007
Oct 27, 2017
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some Model 3 vehicles might have coolant pumps that are noisy or make a rattling sound during operation.
SB-17-17-004
Oct 2, 2017
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
While current headlights are adequate, an upgraded version improves upon them. Replace the current headlights with the new version.
SB-17-11-006
Sep 30, 2017
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
Certain Model 3 vehicles have primary body seals that lack slip coat. Raising a window might require additional effort by the regulator motor, and might be falsely identified as a pinch condition.
SB-17-17-011
Sep 22, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some Model 3 vehicles might have increased resistance at certain ground terminals.
SB-17-13-003
Sep 19, 2017
220000 SEATS
Certain front seats in Model 3 vehicles might have a reduced adjustment range or might make undesirable noise during use.
SB-17-34-001
Sep 19, 2017
190000 TIRES
Certain Model 3 vehicles equipped with Continental 19 tires with a date code of 1317 might not conform to Tesla's subjective requirements for performance and customer satisfaction.
SB-17-20-002 R1
Sep 13, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Under certain conditions, the right hand drive Model X passenger front airbag might not inflate.
SB-17-18-006
Sep 6, 2017
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
Some Model 3 vehicles were delivered with air in the cooling system.
SB-17-10-003
Aug 9, 2017
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
On some Model 3 vehicles, a pre-production LH upper trough plug is installed. The pre-production plug is completely functional, however, it does not cosmetically match the grommet on the RH upper trough.
SB-17-44-003
Aug 4, 2017
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
On some Model 3 vehicles, the charge port does not engage with a Supercharger charge cable, preventing the vehicle from being fast charged. Additionally, when a vehicle is being charged using a Wall Connector, the charge port engages with t
SB-17-13-002
Jul 14, 2017
220000 SEATS
On some Model S and Model X vehicles, the connection of the hook-and-loop material that secures the seat upholstery to the seat cushion foam might weaken, causing the upholstery to gather and cause wrinkles.
SB-17-31-002
May 25, 2017
021100 SUSPENSION:FRONT:STABILIZER BAR
One or both front stabilizer bar links might be improperly torqued, potentially resulting in a knocking sound while traveling over uneven surfaces.
SB-17-16-001
May 1, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The 100 kWh HV battery on some Model S and Model X vehicles could lead to a no-start condition.
SB-17-10-001
Apr 24, 2017
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
On some Model S vehicles, the leading edge of the glass roof might be a source of wind noise.
SB-17-17-002 R1
Apr 19, 2017
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
On some Model S and Model X vehicles with 2nd generation Autopilot, the forward facing camera pitch (vertical angle) might be out of the specifications required for some future Autopilot features.
SB-17-15-003
Apr 3, 2017
162700 STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
Some 5-seat Model X vehicles do not have the trunk gap hider and brackets installed.
SB-14-30-002 R4
Mar 29, 2017
161100 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Three metal plates are installed on the front subframe to deflect road debris and protect the underbody from possible damage.
SB-15-16-003 R1
Mar 28, 2017
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
It is possible to accidentally break off the aeroshield support tab from the HV Battery. If the tab breaks, the mid aeroshield is not fully supported, reducing the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. The operation of the HV Battery is no
SB-13-24-006 R3
Mar 27, 2017
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
Some Model S vehicles might experience wind noise from the leading edge of the panoramic roof at high speed.
SB-15-16-002 R1
Mar 27, 2017
119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
It is possible to accidentally break off the aeroshield support tab from the HV Battery. If the tab breaks, the mid aeroshield is not fully supported, reducing the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. The operation of the HV Battery is no
SB-15-17-003 R3
Mar 27, 2017
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
It is now possible to retrofit the Continental Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a Baolong TPMS.
SB-17-11-001
Mar 22, 2017
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Water may 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, potentially interfering with opening or cinching closed until the v
SB-17-17-002
Mar 16, 2017
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
On some vehicles with 2nd generation Autopilot, the forward facing camera pitch (vertical angle) might be out of the specifications required for some future Autopilot features.