2014 TESLA MODEL S Recalls (3)
- Campaign:
- 15V780000 on 11/22/2015
- Component:
- Seat belts:front
- Manufactured:
- 05/30/2012 - 11/11/2015
- Affected:
- 59,415
- Defect:
- Tesla motors, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 model s vehicles manufactured may 31, 2012, to november 12, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with driver or front passenger seat belts that may be improperly connected to the outboard lap pretensioner.
- Consequence:
- If the seat belt is not correctly attached to the pretensioner, it may not properly restrain the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
- Correction:
- Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the driver and front passenger seat belts, correcting their connection, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on december 14, 2015. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-15-20-002.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 17V260000 on 04/19/2017
- Component:
- Parking brake
- Manufactured:
- 07/11/2012 - 11/16/2016
- Affected:
- 31,709
- Defect:
- 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.
- Consequence:
- 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.
- Correction:
- Tesla will notify owners, and service centers will replace the electric parking brake calipers, free of charge. a remedy is currently unavailable. interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed june 8, 2017. owners will receive a second notice when the remedy becomes available. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-17-33-002.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 18V204000 on 03/29/2018
- Component:
- Steering:electric power assist system
- Manufactured:
- 05/30/2012 - 04/08/2016
- Affected:
- 70,421
- Defect:
- Tesla, inc. (tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2016 tesla model s vehicles equipped with bosch steering racks. the aluminum bolts that attach the power steering gear assist motor to the gear housing may corrode and fracture causing a reduction or complete loss of power steering assist.
- Consequence:
- Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Tesla will notify owners, and tesla service centers will replace the steering gear mounting bolts and add a corrosion-preventative sealer, free of charge. owners may contact tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. tesla's number for this recall is sb-18-32-002.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
2014 TESLA MODEL S TSBs (34)
- Bulletin:
- SB-14-21-004
- Component:
- 117000 digital instrument panel
- Summary:
- Tesla: inside instrument cluster (ic), circuit board was soldered, while using an improper flux, in some vehicles, and can lead to shorter than expected lifespan and quality concerns. model 2012-2014 s. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SB-14-17-003
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Tesla: information and instructions regarding replacement of rear doors, on some vehicles, that may be compatible but fail to have same mounting points for electrical harness. model 2012-2014 s. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SB14-50-002 R1
- Component:
- 356000 equipment adaptive
- Summary:
- Tesla: when charging, corrosion, physical damage to receptacles, or inappropriate wiring or installation of electrical outlets can cause higher than normal electrical resistance. model 2012-2014 s. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SB-14-33-003
- Component:
- 031100 service brakes, electric
- Summary:
- Tesla: at time of assembly, the electromechanical brake booster was improperly operated and can increase brake booster entering fail safe mode and will be replaced. model 2014 s. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SB-14-33-003
- Component:
- 050000 parking brake
- Summary:
- Tesla motors, inc.: during initial vehicle assembly electromechanical brake booster have been improperly operated. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-15-11-001
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Tesla motors: 2012-2014 s models; bulletin instructions and repair guidelines for draft entering cabin from a-pillar. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-15-44-001
- Component:
- 116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
- Summary:
- Tesla motors: 2014 model s: front drive unit hvil switch has a loose screw, causing the front drive unit fuse bracket to come loose. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-14-40-001
- Component:
- 181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
- Summary:
- Tesla: 2013-2014 model s: information regarding replacing rear drive unit produced with inadequate grease, which could lead to a "clunk" sound when using the accelerator while driving. *lj
- Bulletin:
- 15-17-005
- Component:
- 110000 high voltage battery
- Summary:
- Tesla motors, inc 2012-2014: bulletin information regarding upgraded 12v positive jump post needs replacement of the old post which can cause corrosion & prevent external charging of the 12v battery. *lj
- Bulletin:
- 15-44-003
- Component:
- 116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc 2014 model s : information regarding replacing the front drive unit to hvjb harness assembly that does not have a hvil interlock switch . *lj
- Bulletin:
- 15-44-004
- Component:
- 170000 latches/locks/linkages
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc 2014-2015 model s: bulletin information on certain dual motor vehicles , the latch on charge port fails to disengage, preventing charge cable from being inserted into the charge port. *lj
- Bulletin:
- 15-17-001
- Component:
- 016000 steering:electric power assist system
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc 2014-2015 model s: certain vehicles, with the lh halfshaft, might contact power steering harness, resulting in an alert message on the instrument cluster. *lj updated 7/14/15. *pe
- Bulletin:
- 15-31-003
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc 2014 model s: information regarding upgraded front sway bar available for dual motor vehicles. *lj
- Bulletin:
- 14-40-001
- Component:
- 105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc 2013-2014 model s : buletin information regarding replacing rear drive unit. some units have inadequate grease, which may cause a loud clunking sound during accelerator. *lj
- Bulletin:
- 15-17-002
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc 2014 model s: certain vehicles are manufactured with a prototype 12v fuse box bracket, to correct the problem replace the 12v fuse box bracket with the production level part. *lj
- Bulletin:
- 15-44-002
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Tesla motors, inc.: information regarding a charge port door that is susceptible to premature failure. the vehicle will be unable to charge if the charge port door is closed if the motor fails. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-13-96-002
- Component:
- 131000 visibility:windshield
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc. : service bulletin supersedes sb-12-95-002 revision dated november 12, 2012 . mrb parts returns list for all non-maintenance related model s parts except 6005894 & 1021634. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-13-50-003
- Component:
- 115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc. : instructions on reassembly of hpwc fuses. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-13-50-003
- Component:
- 115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
- Summary:
- Tesla motors inc. model s : service bulletin information regarding high power wall connector fuse replacement. if fuses are blown, no diagnostic lights display on the front of the hpwc. *lj
- Bulletin:
- SB-13-44-010
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Tesla: information provided in regards to installing a second (slave) charger that is currently configured, in a vehicle, with only one master charger. model 2013-15 s. *pe
- Bulletin:
- SB1315007R3
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Describes how to install the center console floor finisher to match the dash trim appearance.
- Bulletin:
- SB1315014R4
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Describes how to install the 1st generation premium center console assembly.
- Bulletin:
- SB1313001R6
- Component:
- 222000 seats:mid/rear assembly
- Summary:
- This service bulletin contains installation instructions for the optional third row seat. included in this procedure are steps to add the rear crossmember (if needed), remove and modify existing trim panels, install hardware, add the 2nd ro
- Bulletin:
- SB1690001
- Component:
- 114000 electrical system:wiring
- Summary:
- Describes how to install the performance pedal set accessory.
- Bulletin:
- SB1517003R2
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- It is now possible to retrofit the continental tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a baolong tpms.
- Bulletin:
- SB1344010R4
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Upgrade a vehicle from a single 2nd generation charger to dual 2nd generation chargers.
- Bulletin:
- SB1615001
- Component:
- 350000 equipment
- Summary:
- Describes how to retrofit the 2nd generation premium center console assembly.
- Bulletin:
- SB-14-30-002 R4
- Component:
- 161100 structure: frame and members:underbody shields
- Summary:
- Three metal plates are installed on the front subframe to deflect road debris and protect the underbody from possible damage.
- Bulletin:
- SB-15-16-002 R1
- Component:
- 110000 high voltage battery
- Summary:
- It is possible to accidentally break off the aeroshield support tab from the hv battery. if the tab breaks, the mid aeroshield is not fully supported, reducing the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. the operation of the hv battery is no
- Bulletin:
- SB-15-17-003 R3
- Component:
- 199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
- Summary:
- It is now possible to retrofit the continental tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a baolong tpms.
- Bulletin:
- SB-13-90-002 R3
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Instructions for installing the carbon fiber spoiler.
- Bulletin:
- SB-17-10-006 R1
- Component:
- 136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
- Summary:
- On model s, the windshield wiper motor bracket might become loose, resulting in a popping or clicking noise during windshield wiper operation.
- Bulletin:
- SB-18-32-002 R1
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Long-term exposure to high-corrosion environments might weaken the bolts that attach the power steering motor to the steering rack housing.
- Bulletin:
- SB-18-13-002
- Component:
- 220000 seats
- Summary:
- On some model s base trim 1st row seats, the huck bom fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. this does not affect performan
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