Tesla Recalls 200,000 Vehicles Due to Faulty On-Board Computers

Tesla Recalls 200,000 Vehicles Due to Faulty On-Board Computers

Tesla has issued a recall for over 200,000 electric vehicles due to a critical issue with its latest computer hardware. These computers can short circuit, potentially disabling crucial safety features like the rearview camera. The Recall: The recall, submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on January 6th, affects various Tesla models, including the Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X. The affected vehicles were manufactured between January 25th, 2023, and December 16th, 2024. Safety Concerns: This recall stems from non-compliance with NHTSA regulations regarding the reliability of rearview cameras. This is not the first time Tesla has faced issues with its rearview cameras. In January 2024, a recall was issued for problematic rearview cameras, and a separate recall for Cybertrucks with laggy rearview cameras occurred in October. Both prior recalls were addressed with over-the-air (OTA) software updates. Tesla's Response: Tesla is again attempting to re…