Austin, TX – August 20, 2024 – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) is recalling 1.85 million electric cars whose hoods may open while driving. This would reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash and injury.
The company has already released an over-the-air (OTA) update to address the issue.
The list of the affected models includes:
- 2021 – 2024 Tesla Model 3
- 2021 – 2024 Tesla Model S
- 2021 – 2024 Tesla Model X
- 2020 – 2024 Tesla Model Y
Recall summary
Once shut, a vehicle’s hood is held securely with a latch, which also has a sensor to detect if the hood is left open. Due to a software error, the sensor may fail to warn the driver that the hood is not closed properly.
Recall risks
The hood may open while driving and obstruct the driver’s view, upping the risk of a crash and injury.
Other Tesla recalls
Tesla is currently being investigated by the U.S. government over alleged steering loss.
The repair
Tesla has already released a free over-the-air (OTA) software updates to resolve the issue.
The owners should receive letters with more information on September 22, 2024.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
Nearly 2 million Tesla electric vehicles are affected by this fly-open hood recall. To do a Tesla recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
