Tesla Reports 239,000 Cars Recalled Over Faulty Backup Cameras
In the latest Tesla news, vehicle recalls have hit the headlines again as the automotive giant announces a significant safety campaign affecting 239,000 vehicles in the United States. This Tesla recall centers around failing rear-view cameras, a critical safety feature that helps prevent accidents during reverse maneuvers. Importantly, this recall spans multiple vehicle lines, including 2024-2025 Model 3 and Model S vehicles, as well as 2023-2025 Model X and Model Y models.
Following an investigation triggered by increased computer replacements in November, Tesla identified a computer circuit board problem causing these camera failures. While the company has received 887 warranty claims and 68 field reports related to this issue, we should note that no collisions, injuries, or fatalities have been reported. This latest development comes after a major December recall involving over 2 million vehicles for Autopilot system concerns, highlighting the ongoing challenges in maintaining vehicle safety standards and addressing electric car issues.
Impact on Tesla Owners
For owners of affected Tesla vehicles, checking whether their car needs attention is straightforward. Importantly, all Tesla owners can verify if their vehicle is included in this recall by using either the Tesla VIN Recall Search or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) VIN Recall Search tools.
Most affected owners will receive an automatic fix through Tesla's over-the-air deployment system. Subsequently, those whose vehicles are already running software version 2024.44.25.3, 2024.45.25.6, or later releases need not take any action, provided they haven't experienced camera failures.
Nevertheless, some vehicles will require more than just a software update. Tesla will identify and replace computers in vehicles that have experienced circuit board failure or stress that could lead to failure, at no cost to owners. This car computer replacement is part of Tesla's commitment to addressing these electrical system recalls.
For immediate assistance, owners can contact:
Tesla Customer Service: 1-877-798-3752 (tesla customer service number)
NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline: 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153)
Moreover, Tesla plans to mail recall notification letters to affected owners by March 7, 2025. The company has already begun implementing these fixes, with vehicles in production receiving the software remedy since December 16, 2024.
Accordingly, owners experiencing issues with their backup camera display should monitor their vehicle's software version through the Tesla app or vehicle touchscreen. This can be done by accessing 'Controls' > 'Software' on the touchscreen or checking the vehicle's home screen in the Tesla mobile application.