Palo Alto CA – January 6, 2022 – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is recalling 356,309 vehicles with rearview cameras that may fail to display an image. This increases the risk of a crash and injury while backing up. This recall affects the following sedans:
- 2017 Tesla Model 3
- 2018 Tesla Model 3
- 2019 Tesla Model 3
- 2020 Tesla Model 3
Recall summary
All Tesla Model 3 vehicles have a rearview camera that transmits an image, which is then shown on the infotainment display. This makes reversing the vehicle easier and safer. In affected vehicles, the wiring harness inside the trunk lid, which connects the camera to the rest of the vehicle, may experience excessive wear because of “the opening and closing of the trunk lid.” This may interrupt the feed from the camera, preventing it from showing an image.
The recall comes on the heels of over 2,300 warranty claims and over 600 field reports. No injuries have been reported.
The component in question is the “Trunk Wiring Harness” with part number 1068789-00-G.
Warning signs
Prior to completely losing the feed from the rearview camera, the central display may flicker or show a distorted image.
Recall risks
Without the video feed from a rear camera, the driver will have limited visibility while backing up. This can lead to property damage or injury. The risk is even greater if the driver relies solely on the backup camera when going in reverse.
Other Tesla recalls and investigations
There was one Tesla Model 3 recall recently because of unexpected braking
Over half a million of Tesla Model 3, Model X, Model Y and Model S vehicles are subject to a U.S. government investigation over the availability of a touchscreen accessible from the driver’s seat while the vehicle is in motion.
The repair
To rectify this issue, Tesla dealers will check the condition of the trunk harness. If there are no signs of damage, they will install a guide protector that will prevent any further wear. In case the harness is already damaged, the dealer will replace it and install the guide protector for future protection. Notifications about this replacement will be sent to vehicle owners by mail on February 18, 2022.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
This Tesla rearview camera recall includes more than 350,000 vehicles. To do a Tesla recall check and see if your truck is one of them, use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.