Last month, Tesla recalled more than 700,000 vehicles due to a rearview camera bug. Just this week, the EV giant issued another recall to 239,000 units for the same reason.
This comes after a recent investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration into Tesla's remote vehicle control feature.
Tesla Confirms Simple Fix for a Major Issue
The company, in an announcement, is recalling around 239,000 units associated with a fault in the rear-view camera system. The failure, Reuters cited, comes when a reverse current causes the camera not to function as expected and thereby represents a potential risk to safety that may result for drivers.
This has been stated to be easily remedied through an over-the-air (OTA) software update. The company regularly uses the software update method for fixing various problems in vehicles remotely.
The trouble is reportedly being caused by a short circuit in the car's computer board by the reverse current when the car is being turned on. Once this short circuit occurs, it causes the image on the rear-view camera not to be displayed. Thus, it can present a problem when reversing.
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How Tesla Is Handling the Recall
Tesla is being proactive in avoiding the problem by offering to replace the computer system of the affected vehicle free of charge. The recall specifically impacts the 2024-2025 Model 3 and Model S vehicles, along with the 2023-2025 Model X and Model Y.
The automaker discovered this issue after an increase in vehicle computer replacements related to short circuit problems in November 2024.
The company's investigation revealed that certain combinations of hardware and software, along with colder temperatures, can exacerbate the problem.
As a result, Tesla has already implemented an updated car computer variant in the affected models, starting from December 16, 2024, to help mitigate the risk.
NHTSA Probe Into Tesla's Remote Control Feature
This recall follows a separate investigation opened by the NHTSA into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles in the U.S. The probe focuses on reports of crashes involving Tesla's remote control feature, which allows users to move their cars remotely.
While the two issues are unrelated, the increased scrutiny of Tesla's vehicle technologies has raised concerns about the company's overall safety protocols.
Despite the heightened attention, Tesla showed how committed it is to resolving issues through software fixes and quick action.
According to a report from recall management firm Bizzycar, Tesla's recall figures reached a high of 5.1 million vehicles in the U.S., although many of these problems were rectified via software updates.
The Surge in Electrical System Recalls
Tesla's recall numbers are part of a broader trend in the automotive industry, where advanced vehicle technologies are leading to a rise in electrical system-related recalls.
In 2024, 6.3 million vehicles were affected by electrical system issues, with many manufacturers, including Tesla, taking steps to address these problems through software upgrades and other fixes.
What Tesla Owners Need to Know
If you're a Tesla owner affected by this recall, you don't need to worry about taking your car to a dealership for a fix. Tesla will roll out the necessary software updates to address the rear-view camera issue.
While the recall is limited to specific models, it's crucial to keep your vehicle up-to-date to ensure you remain safe on the road.
In August, Tesla issued a recall to nearly 1.7 million China-made cars. The issue stemmed from a faulty trunk.
More recently, Green Car Reports wrote that the Tesla Model S and X were recalled due to torn airbags. The company says that this could increase the risk of injury to the driver and passengers.
