Tesla electronic power assist steering (epas) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
The short version
Tesla, Inc. reported a problem with the steering electric power assist system. Here is what owners need to know.
The electronic power assist steering (EPAS) system may experience a loss of power steering assist when driving on rough roads or after hitting a pothole.
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update to recalibrate the EPAS system, free of charge.
Affected vehicles
These model years are included in NHTSA campaign 22V-818.
| YEAR RANGE | MODEL |
|---|---|
| 2017–2021 | Tesla Model S |
| 2017–2021 | Tesla Model X |
What changed
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- Recall reported to NHTSA. LATEST
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