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Tesla seems to be experiencing ongoing kinks with its Cybertrucks. The vehicle is arguably one of the company’s most popular right now, particularly among celebrities like Lil Baby, Kim Kardashian, Jay-Z, and Ye. However, according to the Associated Press, Tesla is recalling the futuristic truck for the fifth time.
In January, Tesla recalled over two million of its cars, including the truck, for warning lights that were hard to read. Fast forward to April. That’s when the company recalled about 4,000 of its Cybertrucks due to issues with the accelerator pedal sticking. Then, in June, there was a recall for trim pieces that came loose and windshield wipers that failed.
For context, Tesla’s Cybertrucks went on public sale in November 2023. The latest voluntary recall happened this week. In a press statement on its website, Tesla says the impacted Cybertrucks were manufactured between Nov. 13, 2023, and Sept. 14, 2024. AP reports that more than 27,000 trucks are eligible for the recall.
Additionally, the outlet and Tesla’s statement note that the company contacted the National Highway Traffic Safety about a technical glitch. The display screens in the impacted trucks remain blank after a driver shifts into reverse. AP reports that U.S. law requires any vehicle display screen to activate its rearview camera within two seconds of the gear shift. For more than 27,000 Tesla Cybertrucks, their display screens have taken up to eight seconds to appear.
In an effort to address the issue quickly, Tesla has already released a software update that should correct it. The rollout began over the air (OTA) on Sept. 19, 2024.
Cybertruck owners can check if their VIN is affected by using either the Tesla VIN Recall Search or NHTSA VIN Recall Search tools, per the statement. Also, there’s reportedly no need to schedule a service visit unless a software update fails. If an owner’s truck has the software release 2024.32.5.2. or later, there is no further action to take.
In addition, Tesla plans to mail letters to customers about the issue after Nov. 25. The company has also opened its direct line for customers to call at 877-798-3752.
At this time, the company hasn’t reported any crashes, injuries, or deaths related to the rearview camera and display malfunction. However, it recommends that impacted customers continue to use shoulder checks and the vehicle’s mirrors to safely reverse.
