Recall 25V092 affects 376,241 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles for loss of power steering assist. Free OTA software update is available.
Tesla is recalling 376,241 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles because the electronic power steering assist circuit board can be overstressed, causing loss of power steering assist after the vehicle stops and accelerates again. Greater steering effort at low speeds increases crash risk, and Tesla will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering rack in the 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y is the part that turns driver input at the steering wheel into movement at the front wheels. Electronic power steering assist adds motorized help, so the driver does not have to supply all the force needed to steer.
On affected vehicles, the printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist can experience an overstress condition. The recalled software, versions before 2023.38.4, does not include the remedy Tesla later added. When the vehicle reaches 0 MPH and then accelerates again, power steering assist can drop out. The vehicle still steers manually, but the steering wheel takes more effort than the driver expects.
The warning sign is a visual alert on the vehicle screen that says steering assist is reduced and steering requires increased effort. If the overstress happens while the vehicle is moving above 0 MPH, the alert appears before the assist is lost at the next stop.
Who's affected?
Covers both 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles using the same power steering system tied to the steering rack.
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 | power steering system |
|---|---|
| 2023 Tesla Model Y | power steering system |
| Units affected | 376,241 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
Loss of power steering assist makes the steering wheel harder to turn, especially at low speeds, and increases the risk of a crash. The UI warning says steering assist is reduced and steering requires increased effort before assist is lost at a stop. If that alert appears, steer carefully and arrange service promptly. Repair is free at any franchised Tesla dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023 Tesla Model 3 or Model Y is included in this recall.
- Install Tesla's free OTA software update that fixes the power-steering assist loss after the vehicle stops and accelerates again.
- Contact Tesla service if the update has not installed or the vehicle still shows a steering-assist warning.
- Reference recall number 25V092 and Tesla recall SB-25-00-004 when contacting Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
- Drive with extra care until the update is installed; steering effort can increase at low speeds if power assist drops out.
What happens at the repair
Tesla released the recall repair as a free over-the-air software update. The update changes the vehicle software that controls the electronic power steering assist, so this campaign does not require a parts replacement at a Tesla service center. Confirm the vehicle is running the updated software version tied to recall 25V092. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the new vehicle warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected vehicles remain covered under that warranty. Ask Tesla customer service how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| January 28, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| January 28, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| February 14, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| March 25, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| March 25, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 25, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V092?
Recall 25V092 covers 376,241 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles with software before 2023.38.4. The electronic power steering assist circuit board can experience overstress, causing loss of power steering assist after the vehicle stops and accelerates again.
What should I do if my 2023 Tesla Model 3 or Model Y is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V092. If it is, make sure the vehicle has Tesla software version 2023.38.4 or later. Tesla released the over-the-air software update free of charge.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall repair at no cost, and Tesla released the over-the-air software update free of charge. Contact Tesla customer service if your vehicle has not received the update.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V092?
The safety risk is heavier steering effort after a stop. NHTSA says a loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort at low speeds, increasing crash risk. The free software update is the remedy for affected vehicles.
When were owners notified about recall 25V092?
Tesla mailed owner notification letters on March 25, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Model 3 or Model Y is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V092000 |
|---|---|
| Tesla customer service | 1-877-798-3752 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V092 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V092000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →