2014 Tesla Model S Technical Service Bulletins

110 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 Tesla Model S. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10247391Oct 15, 2023Equipment. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen.
• 10240948Jun 9, 2023Equipment. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen.
• 10238119May 22, 2023Equipment. Tesla does not provide physical owner's manual copies. Instead, all available owner?s manual content is integrated into the vehicle software, and only the content relevant for a given vehicle, based on vehicle configuration and software version installed, is displayed on its touchscreen.
• 10234052Mar 15, 2023Electrical system. Some customers in Europe have vehicles with one charger, which limits the vehicle?s charging rate to 16 A when the vehicle is connected to a charging station capable of supplying more than 16 A single phase. The vehicle?s 3-phase charging capability is unaffected.
• 10212803Dec 10, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, braking, or acceleration.
• 10208328Dec 10, 2021Steering. Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, braking, or acceleration.
• 10203323Sep 21, 2021Steering. Some versions of Model S and X front drive unit halfshafts might cause excessive vibrations during hard acceleration at higher ride height settings. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, braking, or acceleration.
• 10186276Dec 5, 2020Equipment. For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touchscreen, or an alert on the touchscreen indicating that a memory storage device has degraded and to contact Service.
• 10184233Nov 23, 2020Equipment. For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touchscreen, or an alert on the touchscreen indicating that a memory storage device has degraded and to contact Service. R2 updates first step of determine eligibility procedure.
• 10184231Nov 11, 2020Equipment. For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touchscreen, or an alert on the touchscreen indicating that a memory storage device has degraded and to contact Service. R1 updates determine eligibility procedure.
• 10184230Nov 9, 2020Equipment. For some Model S and Model X vehicles built before March 2018, an 8GB embedded MultiMediaCard (?8GB eMMC?) in the Media Control Unit (MCU) might malfunction due to accumulated wear. This could result in a blank or intermittently blank touchscreen, or an alert on the touchscreen indicating that a memory storage device has degraded and to contact Service.
• 10172384Feb 19, 2020Electrical system. Tesla is committed to continuous improvement of the security of its products and advises customers to always install the latest mobile app and vehicle software releases to remain as secure as possible. On approximately May 1, 2020, the Tesla connectivity network is undergoing enhancements for increased security, reliability, and scalability.
• 10171179Jan 25, 2020Tires, Equipment. Some Model S vehicles were intended to have a Continental Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), but were manufactured with a Baolong TPMS.
• 10171178Jan 25, 2020Electrical system, Tires, Equipment. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ECU has a built-in antenna that receives signals from the TPMS sensors. Earlier versions of the TPMS ECU were equipped with an antenna that might not receive reliable readings from the front sensors, causing the TPMS indicator light to be displayed inaccurately, even when the tires are properly inflated.
• 10169816Dec 10, 2019Wheels, Equipment. Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from the front drive unit during hard acceleration. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, braking, or acceleration.
• 10162295Jun 25, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Older versions of the Model S and Model X LH front drive unit clevis mount contain a bushing that allows the front drive unit to move side-to-side more than expected during hard accelerations, resulting in excessive vibrations coming from the front drive unit during hard acceleration. This is exclusively an NVH issue and does not otherwise affect steering functionality, braking, or acceleration.
• 10161158May 28, 2019Equipment. During hard acceleration, the driver might notice vibrations coming from the front of some Model S or Model X vehicles.
• 10161157May 24, 2019Equipment, Seats. On some Model S base trim front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect performance, but might result in customer dissatisfaction.
• 10153434Jan 25, 2019Seats. On some Model S base trim front seats, the forward inboard Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing (nearest to the center console) used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect performance, but might result in customer dissatisfaction.
• 10153425Jan 11, 2019Steering. Long-term exposure to high-corrosion environments might weaken the bolts that attach the power steering motor to the steering rack housing.
• 10153424Jan 11, 2019Air bags. The propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator might degrade over time, which could cause the inflator body to rupture in the event the airbag is deployed.
• 10153422Jan 7, 2019Air bags. The propellant in the front passenger airbag inflator might degrade over time, which could cause the inflator body to rupture in the event the airbag is deployed.
• 10153421Jan 3, 2019Suspension. On certain Model S vehicles, either lower rear control arm might crack, causing excessive negative camber of the rear suspension.
• 10153419Jan 3, 2019Body and structure, Exterior lighting. On certain Model S vehicles, the liftgate has plugs that do not allow water to drain, causing condensation to build up inside the tail light assembly. Tail light functionality is not affected. The retrofit of updated drain-type liftgate plugs allows water to escape the liftgate and keep the tail lights dry.
• 10153807Dec 12, 2018Tires. It is now possible to retrofit the Continental Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a Baolong TPMS.
• 10143590Jul 19, 2018Equipment, Seats. On some Model S base trim 1st row seats, the Huck BOM fastener and pivot bushing used on the front lift links may develop an interactive clearance condition, which might result in a rocking motion in the seat. This does not affect performance, but might result in customer dissatisfaction.
• 10143008Apr 12, 2018Steering. Long-term exposure to high-corrosion environments might weaken the bolts that attach the power steering motor to the steering rack housing.
• 10142978Dec 14, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). On Model S, the windshield wiper motor bracket might become loose, resulting in a popping or clicking noise during windshield wiper operation.
• 10110743Mar 29, 2017Body and structure. Three metal plates are installed on the front subframe to deflect road debris and protect the underbody from possible damage.
• 10110746Mar 27, 2017Tires. It is now possible to retrofit the Continental Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a Baolong TPMS.
• 10110744Mar 27, 2017Electrical system, Body and structure. It is possible to accidentally break off the aeroshield support tab from the HV Battery. If the tab breaks, the mid aeroshield is not fully supported, reducing the aerodynamic efficiency of the vehicle. The operation of the HV Battery is not affected.
• 10110755Oct 4, 2016Body and structure. Instructions for installing the carbon fiber spoiler.
• 10081828Jul 23, 2016Electrical system, Tires. It is now possible to retrofit the continental tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) onto vehicles that were originally equipped with a baolong tpms.
• 10081820Jun 4, 2016Seats. This service bulletin contains installation instructions for the optional third row seat. Included in this procedure are steps to add the rear crossmember (if needed), remove and modify existing trim panels, install hardware, add the 2nd row seatback bezel, and adjust the latch assembly.
• 10081827May 27, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Describes how to install the performance pedal set accessory.
• 10081836May 25, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Upgrade a vehicle from a single 2nd generation charger to dual 2nd generation chargers.
• 10081582May 25, 2016Equipment. Describes how to install the 1st generation premium center console assembly.
• 10081581May 25, 2016Equipment. Describes how to install the center console floor finisher to match the dash trim appearance.
• 10081841May 11, 2016Equipment. Describes how to retrofit the 2nd generation premium center console assembly.
• 10194342Mar 17, 2016Brakes. Cold Weather Brake Package
• 10058798Sep 1, 2015Equipment. Tesla: information provided in regards to installing a second (slave) charger that is currently configured, in a vehicle, with only one master charger. Model 2013-15 s.
• 10057885Apr 27, 2015Electrical system. Tesla motors, inc 2012-2014: bulletin information regarding upgraded 12v positive jump post needs replacement of the old post which can cause corrosion & prevent external charging of the 12v battery.
• 10057887Apr 20, 2015Latches, locks and linkages. Tesla motors inc 2014-2015 model s: bulletin information on certain dual motor vehicles , the latch on charge port fails to disengage, preventing charge cable from being inserted into the charge port.
• 10057886Apr 8, 2015Electrical system. Tesla motors inc 2014 model s : information regarding replacing the front drive unit to hvjb harness assembly that does not have a hvil interlock switch .
• 10057894Mar 23, 2015Electrical system. Tesla motors, inc.: information regarding a charge port door that is susceptible to premature failure. The vehicle will be unable to charge if the charge port door is closed if the motor fails.
• 10057893Mar 11, 2015Electrical system. Tesla motors inc 2014 model s: certain vehicles are manufactured with a prototype 12v fuse box bracket, to correct the problem replace the 12v fuse box bracket with the production level part.
• 10057892Mar 5, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. Tesla motors inc 2013-2014 model s : buletin information regarding replacing rear drive unit. Some units have inadequate grease, which may cause a loud clunking sound during accelerator.
• 10057889Feb 25, 2015Steering. Tesla motors inc 2014-2015 model s: certain vehicles, with the lh halfshaft, might contact power steering harness, resulting in an alert message on the instrument cluster. *lj updated 7/14/15.
• 10057890Feb 23, 2015Suspension. Tesla motors inc 2014 model s: information regarding upgraded front sway bar available for dual motor vehicles.
• 10057517Jan 13, 2015Electrical system. Tesla motors: 2014 model s: front drive unit hvil switch has a loose screw, causing the front drive unit fuse bracket to come loose.

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