Tesla recalls nearly 220,000 cars for defective rearview camera issue
FILE-A Tesla store is shown in Colma, California in 2023. (David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Tesla has recalled 218,868 cars over a faulty rearview camera problem.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration officials in a May 5 recall notice stated that a delayed rearview image lowers the driver’s view behind the car, elevating the risk of a crash.
Which Tesla models were recalled?\
Why you should care:
Tesla’s recall covers certain 2017, 2021-2023 Model 3, 2020-2023 Model Y, 2021-2023 Model S, and Model X vehicles operating software version 2026.8.6.
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The rearview camera image could be delayed when the car is placed in reverse, which doesn’t comply with federal safety standards for "rear visibility," according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Are repairs available for the recalled Tesla cars?
What you can do:
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update for free.
Tesla will mail owner notification letters on July 3. Owners with questions about the recall can call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752.
The Source: Information for this story was provided by a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall notice. This story was reported from Washington, D.C.