Tesla Model X 2022: Low Brake Fluid Warning Light Issue
Tesla is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles due to a potential failure to detect low brake fluid, which could increase crash risk. Owners receive a free software update to fix the issue.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Contact the company
What happened, in plain English
Tesla is recalling certain 2021-2023 Model X vehicles because the vehicle may not warn drivers of low brake fluid, which could lead to reduced braking performance and a higher crash risk. This issue is fixed with a free software update. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/81106-tesla-model-x-2022-low-brake-fluid-warning-light-issue.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/81106-tesla-model-x-2022-low-brake-fluid-warning-light-issue · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V679000
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“Tesla Model X 2022: Low Brake Fluid Warning Light Issue.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/81106-tesla-model-x-2022-low-brake-fluid-warning-light-issue. Based on NHTSA recall #23V679000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V679000).
Why it’s dangerous
The vehicle controller may fail to detect low brake fluid levels and will not display a warning light. This means drivers might not know when brake fluid is low, potentially leading to reduced braking performance and an increased risk of a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of Tesla Model X vehicles from 2021 to 2023 are affected. Drivers who do not have the software update may be at risk of reduced braking performance if brake fluid levels are low.
How to tell if you have this one
This recall applies to Tesla Model X vehicles produced from 2021 to 2023. Owners received a notification letter by December 12, 2023, or can check if they have the software update.
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What to do — step by step
Check for Software Update
Tesla has released a free over-the-air software update to fix the issue. Owners can check if their vehicle has the update through the Tesla app or by contacting customer service.
Contact Tesla Customer Service
Owners can call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to confirm eligibility and get instructions for the update.
What NHTSA says to do
Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-005.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
Owners were mailed letters 32 days after NHTSA received the defect report.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Owner letters mailed
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
Questions people ask
Is there a deadline to fix this issue?
No deadline is specified in the recall notice; owners can check for the software update at any time.
Contact Tesla
We’ve drafted a message you can send Tesla to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V679000 — Tesla Model X 2022: Low Brake Fluid Warning Light Issue Hello, I own a Tesla Model X 2022: Low Brake Fluid Warning Light Issue that is covered by recall 23V679000 from Tesla. The official recall notice states: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 12, 2023. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-23-00-005. 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 #23V679000 (November 10, 2023)
- 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.