Tesla Cybertruck recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 26, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Tesla, Inc. recalls 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

Recall number

24V718000

Brand / firm

Tesla

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 27,185 units

Why it was recalled

A delayed rearview image reduces the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. The rearview camera image may be delayed after shifting into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What to do

Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 25, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-016.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.