NHTSA recall 20V609000
Exterior Lighting · Tesla, Inc.
Details
What's wrong: 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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Why it matters: Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (ota) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2020 Tesla Model Y.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 20V609000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.