Tesla recalls almost 13,000 Model Ys and Model 3s over risk of sudden battery loss

"An estimated 1% of the vehicles experienced sudden power loss, according to a report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The culprit was a battery pack contactor that "may suddenly open due to poor coil termination connection," the highway safety regulator said. "If the contactor opens when the vehicle is in drive, the driver loses the ability to apply torque to the vehicle using the accelerator pedal resulting in a loss of propulsion, which may increase the risk of a collision," the report read."

"While prompted by NHTSA, the recall is voluntary on Tesla's behalf. Tesla is recalling almost 13,000 Model Ys and Model 3s manufactured between March and August 2025. While many of Tesla's past recalls have simply required an over-the-air software update, impacted customers this time around will have to bring their vehicles in to have the contactors replaced, but will not be charged."

Tesla recalled almost 13,000 Model Ys and Model 3s built between March and August 2025 due to a battery pack contactor defect. A poor coil termination connection can cause the contactor to suddenly open, producing a loss of propulsion when the vehicle is in drive. Drivers who lose torque receive a visual warning instructing them to pull over. Tesla identified 36 warranty claims and 26 field reports related to the issue and reported no known collisions, injuries, or fatalities. The recall was prompted by NHTSA and requires dealers to replace the contactors at no charge.

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