A New recall affects Teslas sold in the US, and it has nothing to do with the semi-autonomous driving system. It all started in March when several owners in China reported that The hood of their Model Y and Model 3 opened unexpectedly.
A fault that could easily cause an accident and which has led the brand to recall 1.85 million vehicles in the US.
The Cybertruck is saved, for now
As detailed According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the hoods of models such as the Model 3, Model S, Model X and Model Y from 2021 to 2024 could open completely and obstruct the driver’s view, increasing the risk of an accident. The Tesla Cybertruck, already a frequent subject to recalls, is spared.
This is due to a software failure to detect this situation and alert the driver. The hood closure system, the Californian firm reported, is manufactured in China by Magna Closures.and a software update has already begun to be implemented and a vehicle inspection is underway.
Fortunately, there are no reports of accidents or injuries related to the recall, which is standard procedure in the automotive industry. In fact, Lamborghini recalled 2,100 units of the Urus SUV in March for the same potential hood issue: the firm discovered that the rivet bolts that secure the latch to the vehicle could have insufficient deformation due to an inconsistent manufacturing process by a supplier. At speeds of 150 km/h the problem could cause small gaps to form between the hood and the front bumper.
This is the second major recall carried out by Elon Musk’s brand. At the end of 2023, it was forced to recall more than 2 million cars because it was considered that the suite of systems that make up the Autopilot lacked sufficient measures to ensure that drivers are attentive when using it.
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Source: www.motorpasion.com
