Vehicle recall 25V490000 · July 28, 2025
2026 Tesla Model Y
The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
- Consequence
- An inoperable horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers as needed, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-009.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V490000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 28, 2025
- Filed by
- Tesla, Inc.
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB-25-17-009
- Owner notification
- September 23, 2025
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 6
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Horn
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Tesla Model Y (2026): 2026
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