Steering: electric power assist systemRecall 25V-092 · Tesla vehicles
Tesla, Inc. recall 25V-092 covers 376,241 Tesla vehicles for a steering: electric power assist system problem, reported to NHTSA on February 14, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V092000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles operating software prior to 2023.38.4. The printed circuit board for the electronic power steering assist may experience an overstress condition, causing a loss of power steering assist when the vehicle reaches a stop and then accelerates again.
The risk
A loss of power steering assist can require greater steering effort, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-004.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
The investigation behind this recall
- Loss of steering controlNHTSA