Tesla has issued a recall affecting 239,382 vehicles across its Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X lineup due to a software-related issue impacting rearview camera functionality.
The recall, identified as “25V-002,” applies to cars produced between January 2023 and December 2024.
A defect in the car’s computer system, combined with older software versions and colder weather conditions, can cause a short circuit that disables the rearview camera display when the vehicle is in reverse. This malfunction poses a safety risk by reducing rear visibility, which could lead to accidents.
The issue has been linked to software versions released before updates labeled 2024.44.25.3 and 2024.45.25.6. Tesla reports that approximately 2% of the affected vehicles may have this defect.
Tesla began investigating the problem in November 2024 after noticing an increase in warranty claims related to short circuit issues in car computers, mainly Hardware 4 (HW4/AI4). By December, the company determined the scope of the problem and issued the recall.
As of December 30, Tesla has received 887 warranty claims and 68 field reports but is not aware of any accidents or injuries caused by the issue.
Tesla began rolling out an over-the-air (OTA) software update on December 18, 2024, to fix the issue by adjusting the car’s power-up sequence to prevent short circuits. Owners who already have software version 2024.44.25.3 or newer do not need to take any action unless their car has experienced the shorting issue.
If a vehicle’s car computer has been damaged by the defect, Tesla will replace the component free of charge. The company has confirmed that all affected vehicles are covered under warranty.
Tesla plans to notify vehicle owners about the recall starting January 8, 2025. Owners can contact Tesla or visit a service center to ensure their vehicles have received the necessary updates or repairs.
