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2020 Tesla Recalls

4 NHTSA recall campaigns covering 2 models.

20V709000 SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
Apr 10, 2026

Tesla Model Y · 2020

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles. The bolts connecting the front upper control arm and steering knuckle may have not been properly tightened, allowing the upper control arm to detach from the steering knuckle.

Consequence: A detached upper control arm can cause the wheels to lean in or out, decreasing the driver's ability to steer and increasing the risk of a crash.

20V609000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 10, 2026

Tesla Model Y · 2020

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020 Model Y vehicles equipped with a global rear lamp and tow package configuration. A software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Ve...

Consequence: Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.

21V912000 SUSPENSION
Apr 10, 2026

Tesla Model Y · 2020

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The front and rear suspension knuckles may fracture, causing the suspension links to separate.

Consequence: Suspension links that separate can reduce vehicle stability and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

21V834000 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
Apr 10, 2026

Tesla Model 3 · 2020

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles. The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of F...

Consequence: A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.

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