Tesla Recalls 700,000 Vehicles Over Tire Pressure Warning Failure
What’s New
Tesla is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a malfunction in the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that could fail to alert drivers to low tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced on Thursday that the recall affects specific models, including the 2024 Cybertruck, 2017—2025 Model 3, and 2020—2025 Model Y vehicles.
The NHTSA said the issue involves TPMS warning light, which may fail to stay illuminated between drive cycles, preventing drivers from receiving a timely warning if their tire pressure is dangerously low.
A Tesla Cybertruck electric vehicle, Nov. 27, 2024, Santa Monica, California. Tesla is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles due to a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system’s warning light, among them, Cybertrucks.
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Why It Matters
Driving with improperly inflated tires can lead to reduced vehicle control and a higher likelihood of accidents.
The latest recall highlights Tesla’s ongoing challenges in ensuring vehicle safety.
While the company has been proactive in addressing issues—often through over-the-air software updates—the frequency of recalls continues to raise concerns.
What to Know
The latest recall marks another chapter in the Elon Musk-led automaker’s ongoing recall activity in 2023.
Earlier this year, the company recalled over 1.8 million vehicles in July due to a hood issue that could increase crash risk.
Car transporters are loaded with new Tesla Model Y electric vehicles at the Tesla Gigafactory Berlin-Brandenburg site, Dec. 9, 2024. 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles are among those that have been recalled.
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Why Tesla Vehicles Being Recalled?
In February, nearly 2.2 million Teslas were recalled because some dashboard warning lights were too small to be easily seen by drivers.
Tesla has also faced multiple recalls related to its highly anticipated Cybertruck.
The company’s electric pickup, which made its long-awaited customer debut in November 2023, now has seven recalls under its belt.
The most recent recall, issued in November, involved around 2,400 Cybertruck units.
While these recalls raise concerns about quality control, Tesla’s use of over-the-air updates has allowed the company to resolve many issues remotely.
How Does Tesla Resolve its Recall Issues?
However, with the automaker’s rapid expansion and new vehicle models hitting the road, including the Cybertruck, the frequency of recalls has garnered increased attention.
Newsweek contacted Tesla via email on Friday requesting a response.
Tesla experienced a 5.04 percent drop in its stock price during Friday’s premarket, according to the financial news outlet, Benzinga Pro.
What Happens Next
Tesla said that the issue would be addressed with an over-the-air software update, a solution the company frequently uses to resolve vehicle problems.
It added that owner notification letters will be mailed starting February 15, 2025.
In the meantime, Tesla customers can reach the company’s support team or contact NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline for further details.
This article contains additional reporting from The Associated Press
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