Defect Description For Recall
Tesla Motors, Inc. Is Recalling 345 My 2008 Tesla Roadster Vehicles Manufactured Between March 2008 And April 22, 2009. The Rear Hub Flange Bolts On Some Of These Vehicles May Be Under-Torqued And May Become Loose. A Loose Hub Could Lead To Degradation In Vehicle Handling, And A Rubbing Noise From The Rear Of The Vehicle.
Make Of Vehicle
TESLA
Model Of Vehicle
ROADSTER
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
09V178000
Component Description
Wheels:Hub
Effect Of Defect
If The Problem Is Not Addressed Promptly, The Driver Could Lose Control Of The Vehicle, Which Could Lead To A Crash.
Fix Defect
Tesla Will Notify Owners And Repair The Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On May 28, 2009. Owners May Contact Tesla Toll-Free At 1-877-888-3752.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Tesla Motors
Start Of Manufacture
20080301
End Of Manufacture
20090422
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
345
Date Owners Notified
20090528
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Tesla, Inc.
Date Report Received
20090526