Tesla Recalls Nearly 700,000 Vehicles for TPMS Bug
Tesla has initiated a recall for nearly 700,000 vehicles in the US due to a software glitch that impacts the tire-pressure monitoring system (TPMS). The issue, which leaves drivers unaware of persistent TPMS malfunctions, has not been linked to any collisions, injuries, or fatalities but has resulted in 76 warranty claims and one field report.
The glitch was introduced in Tesla's software update 2024.38.3 and was first identified on November 6, 2024. It resets the TPMS malfunction warning indicator, increasing the risk of accidents. The recall involves 2017-2025 Model 3, 2020-2025 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertrucks. Tesla began rolling out an over-the-air (OTA) software update on November 12, 2024, to fix the issue and ensure compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 138. Vehicles equipped with software versions 2024.38.7 or later, or FSD (Full Self-Driving) supervised versions 12.5.6.4, 13.1, or later, do not require additional action.
Tesla has taken swift action to address the TPMS issue, with an OTA software update already in progress. Affected vehicle owners are advised to ensure their TSLA vehicles have the latest software version to mitigate the risk of accidents due to undetected tire pressure problems.
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