The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a recall affecting more than 230,000 Tesla vehicles. This recall addresses an issue where certain models’ rearview cameras may fail to display an image due to a computer circuit board shortage.
The loss of rearview camera functionality could increase crash risks, according to the NHTSA. The affected vehicles also fail to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard requirements for “rear visibility.”
Tesla has not yet commented on the issue.
Which Tesla Models Are Affected?
This recall involves 239,382 Tesla vehicles, including the following models:
- Model 3 (2024-2025)
- Model S (2024-2025)
- Model X (2023-2025)
- Model Y (2023-2025)
If you own one of these vehicles, the NHTSA advises taking immediate action to address the problem.
How Can Tesla Owners Resolve This Issue?
Tesla owners can resolve the rearview camera issue by installing a free over-the-air software update. Additionally, Tesla will replace the computers in vehicles experiencing or nearing circuit board failure at no cost to owners. The NHTSA has confirmed this service will also cover any vehicles potentially at risk of failure.
Notification letters for affected owners will be mailed starting March 7.
Federal Investigation Into Tesla’s Self-Driving Features
In a separate development, the NHTSA is investigating 2.5 million Tesla vehicles for possible risks linked to Smart Summon and Actually Smart Summon features. These systems allow drivers to move their vehicles remotely using a smartphone app, but the agency has received reports of crashes involving these features.
The NHTSA’s investigation will determine whether to escalate the probe to an engineering analysis before recommending a recall, according to Reuters.
Checking for Recalls on Your Vehicle
Not sure if your car is part of this or other recalls? Use the NHTSA’s database to search for recalls by entering your vehicle identification number (VIN). Stay informed to ensure your vehicle is safe to drive.