Tesla Inc. has issued a recall of 12,936 vehicles in the United States after identifying a battery connection failure that could lead to a loss of drive power, according to a statement released by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on Wednesday.
The recall covers certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The NHTSA said the issue stems from a battery pack contactor defect, which, if it fails, could cause the vehicle to lose power and increase the risk of a crash.
“Tesla Service will replace the battery pack contactor free of charge, and owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on December 9, 2025,” the agency confirmed.
Earlier this month, Tesla introduced new affordable versions of its Model Y and Model 3, priced at $39,990 and $36,990, respectively, as part of its effort to strengthen its position in the competitive EV market.
The recall comes amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny of Tesla’s quality control and manufacturing standards, particularly concerning safety components and electronic systems in its newer vehicle models.
