Tesla Australia has issued a recall for 7,301 units of the Model Y, built in 2025. It is looking at all the variants due to a malfunction in the driver’s seat window protection software.
What’s the defect, and why is it so serious?
A software defect may cause the driver’s side window’s automatic protection system to malfunction, allowing it to close with excessive force. If a body part is obstructing, this increases the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Which vehicles are affected?
Make: Tesla
Model: Model Y
Model Years: 2025
Total Units Affected: 7,301
Recall Number: REC-006419
Campaign Number: SB-25-00-007
Publication Date: 29 August 2025
Tesla has released a complete list of affected Vehicle Identification Number (VINs). If you own a Model Y, it’s recommended you verify whether your vehicle is part of this recall by reviewing the VIN list provided.
However, if your vehicle is running software version 2025.26.6 or later, your vehicle is not subject to this issue. You can confirm your vehicle’s software version by tapping ‘Controls’ > ‘Software’ on the Tesla Model Y’s central touchscreen.
What should owners do now?
If your vehicle falls under the list of affected vehicles, Tesla will contact you in writing, and there will be an over the air software update installed without a service appointment.
Need help? Here’s who to contact.
Phone: 1800 646 952
Email: csau@tesla.com
Website: https://tesla.com
This recall is being conducted under the authority of the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts, Australia’s national automotive safety regulator.
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