Recall 09V178000: 2008 Tesla Roadster

Report received

May 26, 2009

Manufacturer

TESLA MOTORS

Potentially affected

345vehicles

Model years

2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

If the problem is not addressed promptly, the driver could lose control of the vehicle, which could lead to a crash.

Remedy

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Tesla Roadster1 complaints