Tesla is recalling 239,382 vehicles due to concerns over faulty rearview cameras. The recall affects Model 3 and S vehicles from 2023 to 2024 and Model X and Y vehicles from 2023 to 2025. Tesla identified that a short circuit in a computer circuit board could cause the rearview camera display to fail.
This issue has been traced to software releases prior to version 2024.44.25.3 or 2024.45.25.6.
When combined with certain hardware configurations and colder temperatures, these software versions could increase reverse current, leading to a power short. Tesla reported an uptick in car computer replacements due to the malfunction starting from November 21, 2024. The company has already begun rolling out an Over The Air (OTA) update to correct the problem.
Vehicles that experienced shorting prior to installing the newer software will be eligible for a free computer replacement.
Tesla recalls vehicles for camera issues
As of December 30, 2024, Tesla had identified 887 warranty claims and 68 field reports related to the issue.
No collisions, injuries, or fatalities have been associated with the malfunction. Dan O’Dowd, the founder of The Dawn Project, commented on the recall, saying, “This action highlights the myriad safety critical defects in Tesla systems. If Tesla cannot be trusted to develop reliable software for rear-view cameras, how can it be trusted with developing entirely autonomous driving systems?”
UK manufacturer Aston Martin also experienced rearview camera problems.
In Aston Martin’s case, 1,452 vehicles were potentially affected. The problem involved a home screen menu that occasionally obscured the camera display. Aston Martin is addressing the issue through OTA updates and dealer visits for software updates.
Tesla’s attention to software updates and prompt recall actions reflect the ongoing challenges and necessary vigilance in the development of advanced vehicle technologies.
April Isaacs is a news contributor for DevX.com She is long-term, self-proclaimed nerd. She loves all things tech and computers and still has her first Dreamcast system. It is lovingly named Joni, after Joni Mitchell.
