Recall 22V263 covers 48,184 2018-2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance vehicles because Track Mode can hide the speed unit. Tesla provides a free OTA update.
Tesla is recalling 48,184 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles because the mph or km/h unit can disappear from the speedometer while Track Mode is active. Without the speed unit display, the driver lacks a clear readout of how fast the vehicle is traveling, increasing crash risk; Tesla will provide the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2018-2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance uses vehicle firmware to control what appears on the instrument panel. In Track Mode, that display still shows vehicle speed, and it is supposed to label the unit as mph or km/h so the driver knows how to read the number.
On affected cars, firmware release 2021.44.25 and later releases before 2022.12 removed the speed unit from the Track Mode user interface. The problem is software, not a broken gauge or sensor. Firmware without the remedy shows the speed number without the unit label; firmware with the remedy puts the unit back on the display.
There is no warning sign before failure. The condition is visible after Track Mode is active: the speedometer shows a speed value without saying whether that value is in mph or km/h.
Who's affected?
Covers five Model 3 model years, all tied to vehicle firmware for the instrument panel.
| 2018 Tesla Model 3 | instrument panel |
|---|---|
| 2019 Tesla Model 3 | instrument panel |
| 2020 Tesla Model 3 | instrument panel |
| 2021 Tesla Model 3 | instrument panel |
| 2022 Tesla Model 3 | instrument panel |
| Units affected | 48,184 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific sedan is included.
What's the safety risk?
Missing mph or km/h units on the speed display can leave the driver unsure how fast the vehicle is traveling, increasing the risk of a crash. Check that the speed unit is visible before driving and schedule the software update if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Tesla dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018-2022 Tesla Model 3 is included in this recall.
- Install the free over-the-air software update that restores the mph or km/h unit display in Track Mode.
- Contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 if the update does not appear in your vehicle.
- Reference recall number 22V263 and Tesla recall SB-22-00-008 when you call.
- Avoid Track Mode until the update is installed if the speedometer is not showing mph or km/h units.
What happens at the repair
Tesla provides the recall remedy through an over-the-air software update, so the standard fix does not require a dealer visit. The update is free and addresses the Track Mode speedometer display issue by correcting the firmware that controls the unit of speed display. Tesla is not offering reimbursement for this campaign because owners receive the remedy through a free OTA firmware update, and Tesla identifies no paid repair tied to the condition.
| Reimbursement | No separate reimbursement |
|---|
Timeline
| April 18, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| April 20, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 6, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 6, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| June 17, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V263?
Recall 22V263 covers 48,184 2018-2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance vehicles with a Track Mode speedometer display problem. The mph or km/h unit can fail to appear, so the driver lacks the unit of speed. Tesla fixes it with a free over-the-air software update.
What should I do if my 2018-2022 Tesla Model 3 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V263. If it is, install the Tesla over-the-air software update when available for your vehicle, or contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 and reference recall 22V263.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Tesla's remedy for recall 22V263 is a free over-the-air software update. Parts and dealer labor are not part of this remedy.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the driver lacks the mph or km/h unit display while using Track Mode. Without the unit of speed, the driver lacks clear speed information, which increases crash risk under NHTSA campaign 22V263.
When were owners notified about this Tesla recall?
Tesla mailed owner notification letters on June 17, 2022. The recall remedy is available through an over-the-air software update, and affected owners can contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 with recall number 22V263.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V263000 |
|---|---|
| Tesla customer service | 1-877-798-3752 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V263 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V263000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
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