219 recalls across 39 models
Tesla has 11 models with recall activity in our database, spanning 2008 through 2026. Across those models, 141 recall campaigns are recorded, with about 61% falling into the Critical or High tiers under the severity rating system, which covers consequences such as loss of vehicle control, fire risk, and serious injury. The Model S accounts for the largest share at 43 recalls, followed by the Model 3 at 32 and the Model X at 25. A 2024 Critical recall affects Cybertruck vehicles, where wheel stud separation can cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
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Top 8 of 15 categories across TESLA
| Component | Recalls | Share | Critical | High | Medium | Low | Informational |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | 46 | 21% | 12 | 12 | 16 | 6 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 27 | 12% | 0 | 16 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Visibility | 27 | 12% | 4 | 5 | 17 | 1 | 0 |
| Airbags | 21 | 10% | 5 | 14 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 15 | 7% | 9 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| ADAS | 14 | 6% | 0 | 2 | 0 | 12 | 0 |
| Body & Latches | 12 | 5% | 2 | 2 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Lighting | 12 | 5% | 0 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| Other | 45 | 21% | 14 | 12 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
Component categories are grouped from raw recall data and may not match manufacturer terminology exactly.