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Updating Tesla steering assist

July 15, 2024

This bulletin applies to 2017-2021 Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. Certain vehicles may require a firmware update to address a possible reduction or loss of power steering assist.

Motor Age Staff

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Use correction code S012200014. If the vehicle is operating with firmware version before 2022.36.5, update to version 2022.36.5 or later. Use correction codes S022200014.

This bulletin applies to 2017-2021 Tesla Model S and Model X vehicles. Certain vehicles may require a firmware update to address a possible reduction or loss of power steering assist.

On the vehicle touchscreen, touch Controls (vehicle icon) > Software, and then scroll down to display the vehicle firmware version. If the vehicle is operating with firmware version 2022.36.5 or later, no further action is necessary. Use correction code S012200014. If the vehicle is operating with firmware version before 2022.36.5, update to version 2022.36.5 or later. Use correction codes S022200014.

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