Tesla is recalling over 120,000 vehicles due to non-compliance with U.S. government regulations.
In a letter posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website Thursday, Tesla acknowledged that the affected doors can be unlocked during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The affected vehicles include Tesla Models S and X manufactured for model years 2021 through 2023. Tesla stated that there have been no reported injuries as of Dec. 14.
To address the issue, Tesla will release a free over-the-air (OTA) software update. Notification letters will be sent to owners on Feb. 17, 2024.
Last week, Tesla announced a recall for approximately 2 million of its U.S. vehicles due to concerns about the safety of its autopilot driver-assistance feature. A federal investigation revealed that its autosteer function may have caused drivers to neglect their responsibility for vehicle operation.
This recall follows one in February that affected over 360,000 vehicles related to Tesla’s “full self-driving” software.
Tesla has not responded to multiple requests for comment.
In a recent post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Tesla issued a statement accusing some news outlets of misinterpreting the safety of their systems, claiming that “incontrovertible data” shows that Tesla’s features are saving lives and preventing injuries.
Elon Musk owns X and Tesla.
A spokesperson from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated to NBC News last week that their investigation into Tesla’s autopilot features “remains open as we monitor the efficacy of Tesla’s remedies and continue to work with the automaker to ensure the highest level of safety.”
