TESLA — recall

Automotive · United States · 2025-05-30

Tesla Model Y vehicles, hose connector blocks windshield washer nozzles

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2025-05-30
Manufacturer	Tesla, Inc.
Models affected	MODEL Y
Model year	2026
Units affected	172
Defect	Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."_x000D_ The inability to clean the windshield reduces the driverâs visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Component	VISIBILITY
Remedy	Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.
Recall number	25V359000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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