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Tesla Model 3, S and Y rearview camera image delayed
medium How serious is it? About this label
A delayed rearview image gives the driver less view of what is behind the vehicle, which raises the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V283000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | May 5, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Tesla, Inc. |
| Part affected | Back Over Prevention:software |
| Vehicles covered | 5 model/year combinations, model years 2020–2023 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Tesla is recalling certain Model 3, Model S, Model X and Model Y vehicles that are running software version 2026.8.6. When the vehicle is put into reverse, the picture from the rearview camera may be delayed before it appears. Because of this, the vehicles do not meet the federal safety standard for rear visibility. Tesla has released a software update that reaches the vehicle over the air, at no cost.
What you should do
2. The fix is an over-the-air software update from Tesla; for questions, contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 (recall number SB-26-00-001).
3. The update is free.
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 26V283000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (5)
Who to contact
Tesla — official Tesla recall lookup
Customer service: 1-877-798-3752
The bigger picture
- Tesla Backup Camera Recalls: Delayed Images and Blank Displays · all 5 Tesla recalls in this area
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- Jul 7, 2026Model 3 Vehicles Missing Required Safety Featureshigh
- Jun 18, 2025Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Seat Fasteners May Be Loosehigh
- Feb 14, 2025Tesla Model 3 Power Steering Assist May Failmedium
- Jan 7, 2025Tesla Model 3 and Model Y May Lose Backup Camerahigh
- Dec 17, 2024Tesla Cybertruck, Model 3, Model Y tire pressure warning light faultmedium
Official notice
- Component
- BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Summary
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6. The rearview camera image may be delayed when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Safety risk
- A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-00-001.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.