Tesla recall: Nearly 55,000 new-model vehicles affected by brake safety issue

2024-12-24 10:24:24 source: category:Finance

Tesla announced a recall for some of its newer-model vehicles due to a potential brake fluid detection issue.

The recall notice affects 55,000 of its Model X vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said, and can be resolved with a software update.

The vehicle, according to NHTSA, can fail to detect low brake fluid and will not display a warning light.

"Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of crash," the federal safety regulating agency said.

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What models are being recalled?

Tesla is recalling 54,676 2021-2023 Model X vehicles.

Check car recalls hereFord and Mercedes-Benz among nearly 250,000 vehicles recalled:

Over-the-air software update

Tesla has released an over-the-air software update, available to affected customers for free.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Dec. 12, 2023.

For more information, owners can call Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. The number for the recall is SB-23-00-005.

Owners may also call NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 .

Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at [email protected] and follow her on X @nataliealund.

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