2018 TESLA MODEL S Recalls — Canada & USA

The 2018 Tesla Model S has 6 recalls, the most serious being a front trunk hood latch that may not engage its secondary catch, allowing the hood to fly open while driving and block the driver's view. A software-related recall affects vehicles that ran a specific software version: the automatic emergency braking system can activate unexpectedly, bringing the car to a sudden stop without warning. On the steering side, the electric power steering system can lose its assist after hitting a pothole or rough road surface, requiring noticeably more physical effort to turn the wheel, particularly at low speeds. There is also a display unit concern where the touchscreen's internal memory chip wears out over time, causing the rearview camera feed, climate defrost controls, and exterior turn signals to stop working. Two lower-severity recalls round out the list: brake and anti-lock brake warning lights on the instrument panel display in a font too small to read clearly, and the seatbelt reminder chime and warning light may fail to activate when the driver is not buckled.