Tesla has filed a safety recall report with the NHTSA affecting certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The recall involves 12,963 electric vehicles due to a battery pack contactor manufacturing defect. This issue could cause sudden propulsion loss while driving, creating potential safety risks.
1. Recall Overview
Tesla is recalling 12,963 vehicles due to a battery contactor defect. The issue involves InTiCa solenoids in battery pack contactors.
Key recall statistics:
Total vehicles affected: 12,963
Model 3 vehicles: 5,038 units
Model Y vehicles: 7,925 units
Estimated defect rate: 1%
Warranty claims: 36 cases
Field reports: 26 incidents
The recall addresses a critical safety concern. No related crashes or injuries have been reported to date.
2. Affected Vehicles
The recall covers specific production batches of two Tesla models. All affected vehicles contain the problematic contactor component.
Vehicle Model |
Model Year |
Production Dates |
Units Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
Model 3 |
2025 |
Mar 08 - Aug 12, 2025 |
5,038 |
Model Y |
2026 |
Mar 15 - Aug 15, 2025 |
7,925 |
3. Safety Risk Details
The defect involves battery pack contactors with InTiCa solenoids. These components may suddenly open due to poor coil termination connections.
Safety concerns include:
Sudden loss of propulsion while driving
No torque application via accelerator pedal
Increased collision risk in traffic
No warning before power loss occurs
When power loss happens, drivers receive an immediate visual alert. The system instructs them to safely pull over.
Component supply chain:
Solenoid manufacturer: InTiCa S.A.P.I. (Mexico)
Component integrator: SongChuan (Taiwan)
Installation: Tesla battery systems
Production fix: Implemented August 15, 2025
4. Recall Procedure
Tesla will replace affected contactors free of charge. The new components feature improved coil connection designs.
Repair process:
Service time: Approximately one hour
Cost: Completely free for owners
New contactors: Eliminate InTiCa solenoids
Improved design: Enhanced connection reliability
Owners can schedule service through the Tesla app. Use these steps:
Select "Service"
Choose "Request Service"
Pick "Other" then "Other Items"
Add note: "Open Recall - Battery Pack Contactor"
Vehicle identification is available through Tesla's VIN lookup tool. The NHTSA website also provides recall verification. Production since August 15, 2025 uses updated components without this issue.