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Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature. [NHTSA campaign 23V838000] source: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V838000

Occurred 2023-12-12 · Tesla

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What happened in Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse?
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2023 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, and 2020-2023 Model Y vehicles equipped with all versions of Autosteer leading up to the version(s) that contains the recall remedy. In certain circumstances when Autosteer is engaged, the prominence and scope of the feature's controls may not be sufficient to prevent driver misuse of the SAE Level 2 advanced driver-assistance feature. [NHTSA campaign 23V838000] source: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V838000
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on December 12, 2023 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse?
The incident is recorded as involving Tesla on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
Has anyone responded to Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of Autopilot Controls Insufficient to Prevent Misuse?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.
Methodology: Claimed (not independently verified) · no sources on file · last reviewed 2026-06-25

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Last reviewed 2026-06-25

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