2017 TESLA MODEL S Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2017 Tesla Model S has 7 recalls, the most serious being a front trunk hood that can fly open while driving if the primary latch is accidentally released, blocking the driver's view entirely. The automatic emergency braking system can activate without warning due to a camera communication error, bringing the car to a sudden stop and creating a rear-end collision risk for following traffic. On the steering side, the electric power assist system can lose assist after hitting a pothole or rough pavement, requiring noticeably more force to turn the wheel, particularly at low speeds. There is also a concern with the center display unit: the onboard memory can wear out and cause the rearview camera, defrost and defog controls, and exterior turn signals to stop working. The electric parking brake has a small internal gear that can fracture during engagement or release, potentially leaving the vehicle immovable. Two lower-severity recalls address compliance issues: brake and ABS warning lights display in an undersized font that can be hard to read, and the seatbelt warning light and chime may fail to alert an unbelted driver.