Event Brief
China recalls 2.9M Tesla Model 3/Y over door handles
By The BriefBrief · Sources (9)
Filed: Aug 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
Summary: China’s State Administration for Market Regulation announced two recalls covering more than 2.9 million Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles made in China from 2019 to 2026. Most affected cars can be fixed via over-the-air updates, but many also need free warning stickers and camera-related software updates.
WHO: State Administration for Market Regulation
WHAT: China announced recalls for more than 2.9 million Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles over retractable electronic door handle safety issues, with fixes including over-the-air updates, warning stickers, and camera-related updates.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026
WHERE: China
WHY: The recalls address safety problems linked to Tesla’s electronic retractable door handles that can make it difficult for passengers to exit quickly and can impede rescue efforts, including when low-voltage batteries fail.
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📋 How this story developed
- Aug 22 Tesla recalls about 3 million vehicles in China
- Aug 21 Tesla and others recall over hidden door handles in China
- Aug 21 Tesla recalls nearly 3 million cars over hidden door handles
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