Tesla Model 3 (2020) Recall: Window Pinching Risk
Tesla is recalling 2020 Model 3 vehicles with a window reversal system that may pinch drivers or passengers during operation, requiring a free software update to prevent injury.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A closing window may exert excessive force by pinching a driver or passenger before retracting, increasing the risk of injury.
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What happened, in plain English
Tesla is recalling certain 2020 Model 3 vehicles because their automatic window reversal system can pinch drivers or passengers before retracting, increasing injury risk. This fix involves a free software update to correct the window system's response to obstructions. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80051-tesla-model-3-2020-recall-window-pinching-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80051-tesla-model-3-2020-recall-window-pinching-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V702000
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“Tesla Model 3 (2020) Recall: Window Pinching Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80051-tesla-model-3-2020-recall-window-pinching-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #22V702000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V702000).
Why it’s dangerous
The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstruction, causing it to pinch a driver or passenger before retracting. This failure violates Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 118 for power-operated window systems.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2020 Tesla Model 3 vehicles are affected. Drivers and passengers are at risk if the window system malfunctions while reversing.
How to tell if you have this one
This recall applies to 2020 Tesla Model 3 vehicles. The issue was first identified in 2020 and addressed through a software update.
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What to do — step by step
Check for Notification
Tesla mailed owner notification letters on March 31, 2032.
Install Software Update
Tesla will provide a free over-the-air software update to fix the window reversal system.
What NHTSA says to do
Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013.
Questions people ask
Is this recall affecting other Tesla models?
This recall applies specifically to 2020 Model 3 vehicles; other models like Model Y, Model S, and Model X are not included.
Contact Tesla
We’ve drafted a message you can send Tesla to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V702000 — Tesla Model 3 (2020) Recall: Window Pinching Risk Hello, I own a Tesla Model 3 (2020) Recall: Window Pinching Risk that is covered by recall 22V702000 from Tesla. The official recall notice states: Tesla will perform an over-the-air (OTA) software update of the automatic window reversal system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2032. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-22-00-013. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #22V702000 (September 19, 2022)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.