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 Thursday that the recall affects models, adding the 2024 Cybertruck, the 2017-2025 Model 3, and the 2020-2025 Model Y.
The NHTSA said the issue has to do with the TPMS light, which may not stay on between driving cycles, preventing drivers from receiving timely warning if their tire pressure is dangerously low.
Driving with underinflated tires can lead to vehicle loss and an increased risk 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.
The latest recall marks another chapter in the Elon Musk-led automaker’s ongoing recall activity in 2023.
Earlier this year, the company recalled more than 1. 8 million vehicles in July due to a hood problem that could increase the risk of an accident.
In February, approximately 2. 2 million Teslas were recalled because some dashboard fixtures were too small for drivers to notice without issue.
Tesla has also faced multiple recalls related to its highly anticipated Cybertruck.
The company’s electric pickup truck, which made its long-awaited debut among consumers in November 2023, now has seven recalls.
The recent peak recall, issued in November, affected approximately 2,400 Cybertruck units.
While those recalls raise quality control concerns, Tesla’s reliance on over-the-air updates has allowed the company to resolve many issues remotely.
However, with the automaker’s immediate expansion and the arrival of new vehicle models, including the Cybertruck, the frequency has attracted more attention.
Newsweek reached out to Tesla via email on Friday to request 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.
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.
He added that the notification letters will be sent via mail starting February 15, 2025.
In the meantime, Tesla consumers can contact the company’s team or contact the NHTSA Vehicle Protection Hotline for more details.
This article provides additional information from the Associated Press.
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