TESLA 2013 TESLA MODEL S Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2013 TESLA MODEL S
Brand
TESLA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2013
Tesla Motors, Inc. is recalling certain 2013 TESLA MODEL S vehicles due to parking brake issues. If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the pa.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016 Model S and Model X vehicles. The electric parking brake calipers have an internal gear that may be improperly manufactured, possibly resulting in the gear fracturing during parking brake application or release.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the gear breaks during parking brake release, the vehicle will not be able to be moved. If the gear breaks during parking brake application, the parking brake may not adequately hold the vehicle, potentially resulting in the vehicle rolling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace both the left and right electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2018. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-17-33-002.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026