December 20th 2024.
Tesla, the innovative automotive company founded and owned by Elon Musk, has recently issued a recall for some of its models, including the popular 2024 Cybertruck, as well as the Model 3 and Model Y. This recall, which affects a total of 694,304 vehicles, was initiated due to concerns with the tire pressure monitoring and regulating systems. According to a letter from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there have been issues with the warning light not remaining illuminated between drive cycles, which could fail to alert drivers of low tire pressure.
The safety implications of improperly inflated tires are serious, as they increase the risk of a crash. However, Tesla has assured customers that there have been no reported deaths, crashes, or injuries related to this issue. To address the problem, Tesla is offering a free software update to correct the tire pressure monitoring system. Owners can expect to receive letters in the mail on February 15, 2025, or they can also reach out to Tesla's customer service line for assistance.
Aside from the Cybertruck, the Model 3 and Model Y have also been affected by this recall. This is not the first time Tesla has had to recall its vehicles this year, as it has already issued seven recalls for the Cybertruck alone. In fact, in July, Tesla recalled 1.85 million vehicles due to a software issue that could fail to detect an unlatched hood while in motion. And just a few months before that, over 125,000 vehicles were recalled for issues with the seat belts. It seems that Tesla has been facing some challenges with ensuring the safety of its vehicles, as in February, it also had to recall over 2 million vehicles for safety warning signals being displayed in a smaller font size.
Despite these hiccups, Tesla remains a highly popular and innovative brand. In fact, it accounted for 21% of all vehicle recalls in the US in the first three quarters of 2024, according to BizzyCar. However, the good news for Tesla owners is that most of these problems were able to be fixed through software updates, without the need for in-person evaluations. And despite these recalls, Tesla is still moving forward with its plans to produce new, more affordable models in the first half of 2025. With Elon Musk at the helm, Tesla continues to push boundaries and pave the way for the future of the automotive industry.
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