Tesla software error prevents the illumination of trailer brake lights.
The short version
Tesla, Inc. reported a problem with the exterior lighting brake lights. Here is what owners need to know.
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."
Trailer brake lights that fail to illuminate during braking increase the risk of a crash.
Tesla will notify owners, and has released the firmware update over-the-air (OTA) to vehicles as of September 23, 2020, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 20V-609.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Tesla Model Y |
What changed
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