# NHTSA recall 25V359000

> **Tesla, Inc.** · 2026 TESLA MODEL Y · component: **VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES**

## Summary

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."

## Consequence

The inability to clean the windshield reduces the driver’s visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

## Remedy

Tesla service will inspect and replace the wiper arm elbow connector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 25, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-20-001.

## Key facts

- **Campaign number:** 25V359000
- **Manufacturer:** Tesla, Inc.
- **Make:** TESLA
- **Model:** MODEL Y
- **Model year:** 2026
- **Component:** VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
- **Report received:** 2025-05-30

## Primary source

NHTSA recall lookup: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V359000

## Citation

> US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, recall campaign 25V359000 (Tesla, Inc., 2026 TESLA). Retrieved via MORVS 2026-10-30 from https://api.morvs.ai/nhtsa-recall/25V359000. Licensed CC0.

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