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Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Headlights Too Bright

NHTSA campaign 26V507000 · Reported Aug 5, 2026 · Tesla, Inc.

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The notice says overly bright headlights can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	26V507000
Reported to NHTSA	Aug 5, 2026
Manufacturer	Tesla, Inc.
Part affected	Exterior Lighting:headlights
Vehicles covered	7 model/year combinations, model years 2018–2023
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

On certain Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, the low beam headlights may shine brighter than they are allowed to be. Headlights that are too bright can reduce how well oncoming drivers are able to see the road, other vehicles, and their surroundings. This reduced visibility for drivers coming the other way raises the chance of a crash happening.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your vehicle is included.
2. Contact Tesla, or call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752, for updates on the repair.
3. The repair will be free once it is available.

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 26V507000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (7)

2018 Tesla Model 3
2019 Tesla Model 3
2020 Tesla Model 3
2020 Tesla Model Y
2021 Tesla Model 3
2022 Tesla Model 3
2023 Tesla Model 3

Who to contact

Tesla — official Tesla recall lookup

Customer service: 1-877-798-3752

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Tesla Exterior Lighting Recalls Cover Failed Lamps and Excessive Brightness · all 5 Tesla recalls in this area

Other Tesla Model 3 recalls

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Jan 7, 2025Tesla Model 3 and Model Y May Lose Backup Camerahigh
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All 35 Model 3 recalls

Official notice

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Summary: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2023 Model 3 and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles. The headlight low beams may be too bright and exceed the maximum light output. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk: Headlight low beams that are too bright can reduce visibility for oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 3, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-17-003.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.