Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- Component
- Electrical system: propulsion system: traction battery
- Manufacturer
- Tesla, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 26
- Reported to NHTSA
- 2023-06-19
- Owners notified
- 2023-08-18
Defect description
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.
Safety risk
A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Tesla Service will replace the pyrotechnic battery disconnect, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-16-005.