Tesla recalls 20,349 vehicles because headlights may reduce visibility for other drivers

Tesla is recalling over 20,000 vehicles because their headlights are brighter than federal safety standards allow, which could reduce visibility for drivers of other vehicles on the road.

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National story. 10 articles from 10 sources. 8 are on the bar; 2 are international, entertainment or tech outlets, listed separately. Updated Aug 13, 2026.

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NJ.com / Star-LedgerLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Tesla recalls 20,349 vehicles because headlights may reduce visibility for other drivers

Cleveland Plain DealerLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Tesla recalls 20,349 vehicles because headlights may reduce visibility for other drivers

Money Talks NewsLean Left· Aug 11, 2026

Tesla Recalls 20K Vehicles for Headlight Issue: See Models

QuartzLean Left· Aug 11, 2026

Tesla is recalling 20,000 vehicles over headlights that are too bright for oncoming drivers

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The OregonianCenter· Aug 13, 2026· ran in 4 outlets

Tesla recalls 20,349 vehicles because headlights may reduce visibility for other drivers

NBC 5 Dallas-Fort WorthLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Tesla recalling headlights for up to 20k vehicles

ForbesCenter· Aug 11, 2026

Tesla Recalls 20,000 Cars For Too-Bright Headlights

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AL.comLean Right· Aug 13, 2026· ran in 4 outlets

Tesla recalls 20,349 vehicles because headlights may reduce visibility for other drivers

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GizmodoLeft· Aug 12, 2026

Tesla Has to Fix 20,000 Vehicles With Too-Bright Headlights It’s Known About Since 2024

InsideEVsLean Left· Aug 11, 2026

Tesla Recalls 20,000 Cars Over Uber-Bright Headlights

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  1. Aug 11Tesla Recalls 20,000 Cars For Too-Bright Headlights
  2. Aug 12Only center coverage:Tesla Has to Fix 20,000 Vehicles With Too-Bright Headlights It’s Known About Since 2024

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