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Tesla, Inc.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE — Unexpected Activation of Automatic Emergency Brake · October 29, 2021

The problem

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system.

Risk

Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash.

What owners should do

Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004.

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