GROUNDWORK — 21V846000: Visibility and cameras recall for TESLA MODEL 3 and 3 other models TESLA MODEL 3 and 3 other models: check the listed vehicles, the reported issue and the manufacturer remedy for 21V846000. Keep the official status and service answers in one private record. Campaign: 21V846000 Official record checked: 2026-10-19T20:40:11.921Z Official campaign: https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/campaignNumber?campaignNumber=21V846000 Official VIN lookup: https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls LISTED VEHICLES (VIN confirmation required) 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 2021 TESLA MODEL X 2018 TESLA MODEL S 2018 TESLA MODEL X 2018 TESLA MODEL 3 2019 TESLA MODEL S 2019 TESLA MODEL X 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 2020 TESLA MODEL X 2021 TESLA MODEL Y 2021 TESLA MODEL 3 2021 TESLA MODEL S 2017 TESLA MODEL S 2017 TESLA MODEL X 2017 TESLA MODEL 3 2020 TESLA MODEL S 2020 TESLA MODEL Y OFFICIAL REPORTED ISSUE Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Model S, Model 3, Model X, and 2020-2021 Model Y vehicles operating software version 2021.36.5.2. A communication error may cause false forward-collision warning (FCW) or unexpected activation of the automatic emergency brake (AEB) system. OFFICIAL REPORTED CONSEQUENCE Unexpected activation of the AEB system may cause the car to stop suddenly, increasing the risk of a crash. OFFICIAL REPORTED REMEDY Tesla Service has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2021. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-21-00-004. OFFICIAL NOTES Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. OWNER PREPARATION Keep the affected display or visibility function and the circumstances of an observed problem in the record. Do not recreate a visibility failure in traffic. REMEDY TIMING IN THE DATED SOURCE Confirm current remedy arrangements The source does not explicitly establish current remedy availability. Ask the manufacturer about the applicable remedy, required parts or software, appointment arrangements and any interim instructions. Current availability for your VIN: unconfirmed. YOUR SERVICE QUESTIONS 1. Does the manufacturer confirm that campaign 21V846000 applies to this VIN, including the report’s equipment and production restrictions? A matching model and year is only a starting point. The official lookup or manufacturer must establish the individual vehicle’s status. Discussion status / answer: __________ 2. What remedy, required parts or software, and appointment arrangements are currently available for this VIN, and which interim instructions apply? The source does not explicitly establish current remedy availability. Ask the manufacturer about the applicable remedy, required parts or software, appointment arrangements and any interim instructions. Discussion status / answer: __________ 3. Which image, lamp or visibility function is covered by this campaign, and what should I do while the remedy is outstanding? Compare the answer with the reported components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE:SOFTWARE; FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING. Discussion status / answer: __________ 4. Which module and software completion record demonstrate that the update for 21V846000 was applied? The source identifies an over-the-air update option. Ask how completion is confirmed for this vehicle; a downloaded update or notification is not itself a service record. Discussion status / answer: __________ 5. What dated document records the remedy performed under 21V846000, and what should I do if the reported concern remains? Keep campaign completion and unresolved symptoms as separate questions. A saved worksheet or booked appointment does not establish a repair. Discussion status / answer: __________ OFFICIAL LOOKUP DECISIONS Not checked or unavailable: eligibility remains unconfirmed; use the official lookup or manufacturer. Campaign listed as open: confirm current instructions, availability and remedy arrangements. Campaign not listed as open: reconcile repair history and lookup coverage with the manufacturer if needed. A zero-open result does not diagnose symptoms. Work order records completed recall work: keep the exact campaign and dated remedy record; report unresolved symptoms separately. YOUR RECORD Check date: __________ Official lookup result: __________ Service arrangement: __________ Existing observation: __________ Questions and work-order notes (no VIN or plate needed): __________ LOOKUP LIMITS A model/year match does not establish VIN eligibility. The official lookup may omit completed recalls, some recent campaigns or recalls outside its coverage. The listed defect does not prove the cause of a symptom on your vehicle. This guide supports owner preparation and does not provide a repair procedure.