Release notes

2026.38.3.2

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Version 2026.38.3.2 adds a Model Y L badge animation, Service Mode language switching, high-voltage isolation data, and limited Halloween wraps for Intel vehicles; it also includes the 2026.38 feature set.

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Tracker date22 October 2026

Notes11

Software branch2026.38

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Highlights

Selected feature notes

Emergency Drive AwayIn an emergency, the vehicle can shift into Drive while a Supercharger cable remains connected. Activation shares short camera recordings with Tesla.Halloween ModeAdds a ghost costume for the vehicle visualization, spooky sounds and light effects for approaching visitors, a themed light show, and a photobooth.Set Arrival EnergyThe Tesla app can set a desired arrival energy level for a trip. Mobile app version 4.58.0 or later is required.Visual UpdatesThe center display now uses higher-quality vehicle images and an improved parked scene.

Features and changes

Release notes language

Charging

Emergency Drive Away

From 2026.38.3

Models

New Model S, Model 3, New Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck

Hardware

Not specified

In an emergency, the vehicle can shift into Drive while a Supercharger cable remains connected. Activation shares short camera recordings with Tesla.

Region and availability

Region not confirmed

Emergency use only: driving with the cable attached will damage the vehicle and Supercharger, and repair costs may be charged to the owner.

Supercharger Site Maps

From 2026.38

Models

Legacy Model S, Model 3, Legacy Model X, Model Y

Hardware

Intel

Detailed maps for selected Supercharger sites show the layout and live stall status on arrival.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Interface

Halloween Mode

From 2026.38.3

Models

New Model S, Model 3, New Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck

Hardware

AMD

Adds a ghost costume for the vehicle visualization, spooky sounds and light effects for approaching visitors, a themed light show, and a photobooth.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Visual Updates

From 2026.38

Models

Model 3, Model Y

Hardware

AMD, HW3

The center display now uses higher-quality vehicle images and an improved parked scene.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Halloween Mode Wraps & License Plates for Intel

Tracker observation

Models

Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck

Hardware

Intel

Intel vehicles receive the Halloween Mode wraps and license plates, but not the Halloween visualizations, Trick or Treat Mode, or lock sound.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Other

Set Arrival Energy

From 2026.38.3

Models

Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck

Hardware

Not specified

The Tesla app can set a desired arrival energy level for a trip. Mobile app version 4.58.0 or later is required.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Service Mode Improvements

Tracker observation

Models

All models

Hardware

Not specified

Adds a quick touchscreen language switch that restores the original language on exit from Service Mode, plus pop-up isolation resistance, alert, and diagnostic-code data for the high-voltage system.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Vehicle

Dynamic Headlight Leveling

From 2026.38

Models

Model 3, Cybertruck

Hardware

Specific Vehicles

Low beams automatically adjust to road conditions and nearby traffic to improve visibility while reducing glare.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Model Y L Badge Animation

Tracker observation

Models

New Model Y L

Hardware

Not specified

The Model Y L now has a Launch Series badge animation. Tap the badge to see it animate.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Safety

Security Improvements

From 2026.38

Models

Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck

Hardware

Not specified

Includes important security fixes and improvements.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Media

Grok No Longer in Beta

Tracker observation

Models

Model S, Model 3, Model X, Model Y, Cybertruck

Hardware

Not specified

Tesla has removed the beta label from Grok.

Region and availability

Worldwide

Last checked

Checked 27 October 2026. TeslaFi figures are a saved tracker sample, not a measure of the whole fleet. Check feature availability in your car’s own release notes.

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