TESLA 2021 TESLA MODEL S Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 TESLA MODEL S
Brand
TESLA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Tesla, Inc. is recalling certain 2021 TESLA MODEL S vehicles due to equipment:electrical:infotainment:video (touch)screen/monitor/unit issues. A lagging or restarting CPU may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control set.
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S, Model X, and 2022 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating certain firmware releases. The infotainment central processing unit (CPU) may overheat during the preparation or process of fast-charging, causing the CPU to lag or restart.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A lagging or restarting CPU may prevent the center screen from displaying the rearview camera image, gear selection, windshield visibility control settings, and warning lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update that will improve CPU temperature management, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-009.
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