Tesla is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles because a faulty horn wiring connection can prevent the horn from working, which may lead to crashes. This is a safety issue that requires immediate attention to avoid accidents. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/82215-tesla-model-y-2026-recall-horn-may-not-work-risk.
“Tesla Model Y (2026) Recall: Horn May Not Work, Risk of Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated August 19, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/82215-tesla-model-y-2026-recall-horn-may-not-work-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #25V490000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V490000).
Tesla, Inc. recalled certain 2026 Model Y vehicles on July 28, 2025, after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration determined an inoperable horn could increase crash risk. Owners should contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752 to arrange a free steering wheel replacement.
How to tell if you have it
Tesla Model Y, 2026
What to do
Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
The hazard
An inoperable horn may prevent the driver from alerting other drivers as needed, increasing the risk of a crash. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
Context
GovInfoNow's records show Tesla, Inc. has 71 other recalls on record since March 29, 2018. Other recent recalls of similar products include a suspension recall for the Tesla 2026 Model Y (Sept. 1, 2026), a crash safety risk recall for the Tesla Model Y (2026) (July 7, 2026), and a missing certification label recall for the Tesla Model Y (2025) (May 19, 2026). NHTSA has 397 owner complaints on file for the 2026 TESLA MODEL Y, with the latest received Oct. 8, 2026.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2026 Tesla Model Y was mailed a notification letter by September 23, 2025. The issue involves the horn ground wire connection in the steering wheel.
Brand
Tesla
Category
Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy
What to do — step by step
Contact Tesla Customer Service
Call Tesla at 1-877-798-3752 to schedule a free steering wheel replacement.
Get Steering Wheel Replaced
Tesla will replace the steering wheel at no cost to fix the horn wiring issue.
Official remedy
What NHTSA says to do
Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-009.
Take action
Contact Tesla
We’ve drafted a message you can send Tesla to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 25V490000 — Tesla Model Y (2026) Recall: Horn May Not Work, Risk of Crash
Hello,
I own a Tesla Model Y (2026) Recall: Horn May Not Work, Risk of Crash that is covered by recall 25V490000 from Tesla.
The official recall notice states: Tesla service will replace the steering wheel, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed September 23, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-17-009.
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.
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.
Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on August 19, 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.
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