Tesla Recalling 20,000 US Vehicles Over Excessively Bright Low-Beam Headlights

August 14, 2026 by

Tesla is recalling 20,349 vehicles in the U.S. over low-beam headlights that may be excessively bright, potentially reducing visibility for oncoming drivers and raising crash risk, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday.

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Here are further details:

  • The recall affects certain Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, NHTSA said.
  • A remedy is yet to be finalized, according to the auto safety regulator.
  • The recall comes as Tesla faces continuing regulatory scrutiny over vehicle safety.
  • In July, NHTSA said it had opened a preliminary investigation into about 1.2 million Tesla vehicles over reports of suspension failures that could lead to a loss of steering control.

(Reporting by Palyekar in Bengaluru; Editing by Rashmi Aich)