Tesla recalls 700,000 vehicles due to a fault that increases accident risk and affects popular models (Instagram @teslamotors)
Tesla has announced a recall of around 700,000 vehicles due to a fault in the tire pressure monitoring system, which may not alert drivers to low tire pressure, increasing the risk of accidents.
The issue affects the Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck models, and will be resolved with a free software update scheduled for February 2025. Until then, the fault will persist, but fortunately, it has not yet resulted in any accidents or injuries.
Additionally, the company has already carried out other recalls this year, such as in July when 1.8 million vehicles were recalled due to a defect in the hood, and in May due to issues with seatbelts.
Tesla has also faced legal issues, including a lawsuit filed by the parents of a fatal accident victim, claiming that improper use of the “autopilot” system led to the death of their child in 2023.
Recently, a Cybertruck customer pointed out a design flaw in the vehicle’s headlights, which are located at the bottom and can be blocked by snow during winter, compromising visibility and safety. While this issue has not caused any serious incidents yet, the customer criticized Tesla for not considering this design flaw, suggesting that the solution would be impractical for harsh weather conditions.
Source: Unilad | Photo: Instagram @teslamotors | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
