Tesla Hits The Brakes—700,000 Vehicles Recalled Over Crash Risk Concerns

Tesla's latest recall explained.

Jesse

• Published in News
• December 27, 2024

Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer a vision of the future—they are very much a part of our present. And at the forefront of this revolution is Tesla.

Known for its sleek designs, groundbreaking technology, and Elon Musk’s larger-than-life persona, Tesla has built a reputation for pushing boundaries in the auto industry. But even innovators stumble, and when they do, it can leave a big impression—especially when it involves nearly 700,000 cars.

Picture the thrill of owning a Tesla: effortlessly gliding down the highway with autopilot in control, all while a whisper-quiet engine hums beneath you. You gotta admit, this is one car that gives the feeling of a vehicle plucked straight out of a sci-fi movie.

But what if that cutting-edge tech comes with hidden flaws? A small defect that could go unnoticed until it’s too late? This is where the story gets real.

Tesla has just announced a major recall affecting hundreds of thousands of its vehicles. Yes, even the shiny, futuristic rides that seem invincible aren’t immune to hiccups.

So, what went wrong? How serious is the issue? And, most importantly, how is Tesla addressing it? Buckle up as we look into the details of this eyebrow-raising recall.

Elon Musk's company is set to recall about 700,000 vehicles.

On February 15, 2025, Tesla customers owning Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck vehicles will receive a recall letter addressing a software flaw in their cars. Specifically, the TPMS warning light may fail to stay illuminated between drive cycles, leaving drivers unaware of dangerously low tire pressure.

The recall affects a staggering 694,304 cars in total. While Tesla assures drivers that a free software update will fix the issue, the flaw remains a concern until resolved.

Fortunately, no injuries or crashes have yet been attributed to this specific defect, but the recall highlights a broader trend in Tesla’s history. In 2023 alone, Tesla recalled 1.8 million vehicles over a hood-latching issue, 125,000 for seatbelt problems, and over 2 million more due to warning signals being displayed in an unreadable font size.

For a company renowned for innovation, such frequent recalls beg the question: is Tesla innovating faster than it can perfect?

In addition to these challenges, Tesla has faced lawsuits over its autopilot technology, with tragic consequences tied to the feature.

In 2023, a 31-year-old man, Genesis Giovanni Mendoza Martinez, tragically lost his life in a crash while using Tesla’s self-driving mode. His family has since filed a lawsuit, claiming the technology was “ill-equipped” for safe driving. However, Tesla argues its design meets safety standards.

The Cybertruck is among the models caught up in the latest recall drama.

Apart from the recent software issues, there have been some reservations about the Cybertruck's design.

TikTok user Joe Fay recently pointed out some flaws, such as headlights positioned so low that they can be blocked by snow buildup during winter. “How did they not think about this?” Fay wondered aloud, encapsulating the frustrations of many Tesla customers who expect the best from the company.

While Tesla continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in vehicle technology, these recurring issues reveal the ongoing challenges of innovation. For now, Tesla drivers are left waiting for their software updates, hoping their high-tech vehicles live up to the futuristic promise.

One thing is clear: in the world of Tesla, there’s rarely a dull moment.

Jesse