If you own a Tesla Model 3 you may want to check the latest recall. auto blog reported that a small number of examples of Popular EVs are recalled due to a suspension problem that could cause some components to come apart while driving.
The NHTS website is full of details about the recall, which only affects 422 Model 3 sedan from 2018 and 2019. The problem is that the pins hold the side links to the subframe. Clear the screws can loosen over time, which may cause side link to separate from the subframe. by NHTSA Description sounds even more alarming:
If the tether becomes loose enough or detaches from the subframe causing the side links to separate from the subframe, wheel alignment can shift and cause instability, which can adversely affect controllability. vehicle and increase the risk of collision.
Apparently this issue is known for a while, as the message shows that several owners have been raising the issue since 2019. The remedy sounds simple: Affected owners should their vehicle IN to a Tesla service center where The technician will tighten the screws to the correct specifications. Any damage detected due to improperly tightened latches Tesla will also be responsible for the repair. “In the unlikely event that the vehicle is damaged by a loose or missing tether during inspection, Tesla Services will replace the damaged part,” a Tesla representative said. notice speak.
This is just the latest in a rash of The recall affects Tesla models. And while fans of the brand like to argue that an over-the-air software update shouldn’t be considered a “recall” (they’re wrong), this particular safety-minded recall immune to that argument.
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As always, no matter what kind of car you drive, you should probably check NHTSA’s website to see if there are any open recalls on your vehicle. Here’s how.
