Update 2026.8.3 - Release Notes

Update Stats

Number of Cars

16

Percent of Fleet

0.1%

Installs Pending

0

Rollout Yesterday

0

Rollout Today

0

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Details

Release Date

March 18, 2026

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Statistics Overview

Number of Cars
16
Percent of Fleet
0.1%
Installs Pending
0
Rollout Yesterday
0
Rollout Today
0

Autopilot Naming Update

Tesla Autopilot Naming Update feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
HW3
Models:
3
Y
HW3

This change only updates the name of certain features and text in your vehicle, and does not change the way your features behave.

- Navigate on Autopilot has been renamed to Navigate on Autosteer

- FSD Computer has been renamed to AI Computer.

Blind Spot Warning While Parked

Tesla Blind Spot Warning While Parked feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
CT

If you attempt to open a door while an approaching object is detected in your blind spot (for example, a bicyclist approaching from behind) the blind spot indicator light flashes, a chime sounds, and your door will not open upon initial button press. Wait a short time and press the button a second time to override the warning.

Comfort Braking

Tesla Comfort Braking feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
New Y

Your Tesla now provides a smoother feel as you come to a complete stop during routine braking.

Minor Updates

Tesla Minor Updates feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y
CT

- Spotify: tap the new down arrow to jump to the bottom of long playlists and podcast episode lists.

- Set Grok's voice to Leo for a British accent.

- Hide suggested destinations in Navigation. Go to Controls > Navigation > Destination Suggestions.

Editorial note: These features are only rolling out to some vehicles.

Security Improvements

Tesla Security Improvements feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
3
Y

This update includes important security fixes and improvements.

Minor Fixes

Tesla Minor Fixes feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Models:
S
3
X
Y

This release contains minor bug fixes and improvements.

Dashcam Viewer Improvements

Tesla Dashcam Viewer Improvements feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
S
3
X
Y
CT
Undocumented

Tesla will now show recent Dashcam video at the top of the Dashcam Viewer. This makes it easier to see recent footage that was not saved.

As Tesla points out, this footage is continuously updated and overwritten with the vehicle only keeping the last hour of unsaved footage.

In a future update, Tesla is increasing the number of hours of unsaved footage to (up to) 24 hours.

Driver Profile

Tesla Driver Profile feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
S
3
X
Y
CT
Undocumented

The Tesla app will now show you which Tesla driver profile is selected in the vehicle under Security & Drivers.

While drivers can use any driver profile they’d like, unless it’s protected by a PIN, this gives you a good idea of who is currently driving the vehicle.

The profile name also appears even when the vehicle isn’t being driven. In those cases, it’ll show the last used profile.

In addition to the profile name, a Bluetooth icon may also be displayed, which shows whether the current device is being used as a phone key for the vehicle.

This feature requires vehicle update 2026.8 and a recent app update.

Slovak Language Support

Tesla Slovak Language Support feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
S
3
X
Y
CT
Undocumented

This update adds additional language support. The vehicle menus and settings have now been localized to Slovak.

Service Mode Improvements

Tesla Service Mode Improvements feature in update 2026.8.3
Available Worldwide
Undocumented
Models:
New S
3
New X
Y
CT
Undocumented

Speakers Panel Update - Check Speakers Action

The Check Speakers action was added to the speakers panel to support diagnosis of speaker circuitry and allow users to confirm speaker circuit functionality.

Models: Model 3 and Model Y with AMD Ryzen infotainment processor, Model S (2021+), Model X (2021+), Cybertruck

Mid Voltage Panel Update - Jump Posts and Front Trunk Access

The Mid Voltage (MV) Power Distribution panel was updated to show the jump post state, voltage measurement, current measurement, and tronttrunk access connectors. This allows for more visibility and usage of jump posts on the User Intenace (UI)

Models: Cybertruck

Panel Updates - DTC Component Mapping

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTs) are now mapped to affected components in the Drive Unit, HV Battery, Thermal, and Charging panels. When a confirmed DTC appears in the Alerts & DTCs panel, users can also see which specific component is affected within these panels.

Models: Model 3 and Model Y with AMD Ryzen infotainment processor, Model S (2021+), Model X (2021+)

Statistics Overview

Number of Cars
16
Percent of Fleet
0.1%
Installs Pending
0
Rollout Yesterday
0
Rollout Today
0

Details

Release Date

March 18, 2026