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Tesla recalls 120,000 cars over faulty doors that could open during a crash, just a week after its largest-ever recall

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Tesla recalls 120,000 cars over faulty doors that could open during a crash, just a week after its largest-ever recall

Tesla is recalling over 120,000 cars in the US due to a potential issue where doors could open during a crash. The recall affects certain Model S and Model X vehicles from 2021-2023. Tesla engineers discovered that the doors could unlatch after impact on the non-struck side. The company has issued a software update to rectify the problem and is offering it to affected vehicle owners for free. This recall comes shortly after Tesla's largest-ever recall involving around 2 million vehicles due to issues with the Autopilot feature.

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Tesla recalls 1.85 million US vehicles over unlatched hood issue

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Tesla recalls 1.85 million US vehicles over unlatched hood issue

Tesla is recalling 1.85 million vehicles in the US due to a software failure that can't detect an unlatched hood, which could obstruct the driver's view and raise the risk of a crash. The recall affects various models from 2020 to 2024, and Tesla has initiated investigations and inspections to address the issue. No crashes or injuries have been reported, but this is Tesla's largest recall since December 2020. The company is currently working to revive auto sales amid a slowdown in demand and recently reported its worst quarterly profit margin in over five years.

Tesla recalls over 2 million vehicles to fix defective system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Tesla recalls over 2 million vehicles to fix defective system that monitors drivers using Autopilot

Tesla is recalling over 2 million vehicles to fix a defective system that monitors drivers using Autopilot. The company said that the issue relates to a memory chip that may malfunction in the event of a crash, potentially disabling safety features, including the Autopilot autonomous driving system. The recall affects Tesla Model S sedans manufactured between 2012 and 2018, as well as Model X SUVs between 2016 and 2017.

Tesla to recall several cars due to air bag deployment issues

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Tesla to recall several cars due to air bag deployment issues

Tesla will recall 159 Model S and Model X cars due to potential issues with the driver airbag deploying incorrectly, which could pose a risk of injury during a crash. In a separate update, Tesla has raised prices on its Model 3 and Model Y long-range vehicles in China. Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is also scheduled to meet with Elon Musk to discuss Tesla's plan to enter the Indian market and establish a manufacturing facility.

Cybertrucks’ faulty trim prompts biggest recall yet, stokes Tesla investor panic

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 4m ago

Cybertrucks’ faulty trim prompts biggest recall yet, stokes Tesla investor panic

Tesla has issued a recall for all Cybertrucks sold due to a faulty exterior panel that could detach while driving, posing a road hazard. The recall affects over 46,000 vehicles and reveals significant, previously obscured sales figures. The issue has contributed to investor panic amid other Tesla challenges, including CEO Elon Musk's political involvement and declining sales. The fix involves reinforcing the panel attachment, and new production includes this correction.

Tesla Recalling Almost Every Car It's Sold In The US

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Tesla Recalling Almost Every Car It's Sold In The US

Tesla has issued a recall for almost every car it sold in the U.S. due to illegible warning lights. The font on certain warning lights is too small, making critical safety information difficult to read and increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects over 2 million vehicles, including various models like the Model S, Model X, Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck. Tesla will address the issue with a software update, which has already started rolling out to impacted vehicles. This is the first recall for the Tesla Cybertruck, and owners can check if their vehicle is affected through NHTSA's website or app.

Tesla recalls 380,000 vehicles in US over power steering issue

Economic Times

Economic Times · 5m ago

Tesla recalls 380,000 vehicles in US over power steering issue

Tesla is recalling approximately 380,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a power steering assist failure in certain 2023 Model 3 sedans and Model Y crossovers. The issue, caused by an overvoltage breakdown, could increase steering effort and raise crash risk, especially at low speeds. Tesla has addressed the problem by releasing an over-the-air software update to resolve the overstress on motor drive components, as reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Inside VW and Rivian’s big bet to rescue each other

Livemint

Livemint · 8m ago

Inside VW and Rivian’s big bet to rescue each other

Volkswagen (VW) will invest up to $5.8 billion in US startup Rivian, as part of a deal to address weaknesses for both companies in the electric vehicle (EV) market. VW gains access to Rivian's onboard computing and software technology, while Rivian gets much-needed cash. The collaboration aims to compete with EV companies like Tesla and Chinese manufacturers. VW plans to use the joint venture to develop digital controls for its passenger cars outside of China, while Rivian aims to open doors for further cooperation with other automakers.

Tesla is recalling more than 1.6 million cars in China for a remote software fix

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Tesla is recalling more than 1.6 million cars in China for a remote software fix

Tesla is recalling 1.68 million cars in China to address a potential issue with the trunk not being properly locked. The recall affects various models including the imported Model S and Model X, as well as domestically made Model 3 and Model Y vehicles manufactured between October 2020 and July 2024. The company will provide a remote software upgrade to address the problem. The recall comes amidst increasing competition from Chinese EV makers and a decline in Tesla's second-quarter net income.

Tesla gets a $94 billion reality check as EV winter sets in

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Tesla gets a $94 billion reality check as EV winter sets in

Tesla has experienced its worst start to a year ever, losing over $94 billion in market valuation in just two weeks. The Austin-based electric vehicle (EV) maker has been hit by a series of negative news including an about-face from Hertz Global Holdings Inc., price cuts for its cars made in China, and rising labor costs. Slowing growth in demand for EVs, especially in the US, has investors concerned about stagnating growth. Tesla's market capitalization drop is the largest since it went public in 2010. The EV maker has also been hampered by labor cost increases and re-routing shipments due to security concerns. Despite the challenges, Tesla remains a major player in the global transition to electric vehicles.

Tesla gets Maharashtra RTO nod to start show-room, sell its EVs

Economic Times

Economic Times · 28d ago

Tesla gets Maharashtra RTO nod to start show-room, sell its EVs

Tesla has received approval from Maharashtra's Regional Transport Office (RTO) to open a showroom, display vehicles, provide test drives, and sell cars in India. The Andheri RTO granted a trade certificate, allowing Tesla to display and operate unregistered vehicles for road tests and other activities. Tesla's showroom will open in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex, and its service center and warehouse will be located nearby, marking Tesla's official entry into the Indian market.

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