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Tesla Issues Recall for Over 694,000 Vehicles Due to Tire Pressure Monitoring System Malfunction
Tesla Recall 2025: Cybertruck, Model 3, and Model Y Affected by Tire Pressure Warning System Failure
Overview of the Recall
Tesla is recalling over 694,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a critical flaw in the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The recall covers several high-profile models: the 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3 sedans, and 2020-2025 Model Y SUVs. The issue centers around the TPMS warning light, which fails to remain illuminated across drives, potentially leaving drivers unaware of dangerous tire under-inflation.
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Which Tesla Models Are Impacted?
- 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
- 2017–2025 Tesla Model 3
- 2020–2025 Tesla Model Y
This wide production range highlights a systemic software flaw affecting both legacy and newest-generation vehicles in Tesla’s lineup.
Why This Recall Matters
Under-inflated tires are a major contributor to poor handling, increased braking distance, uneven wear, and potential blowouts. In high-speed scenarios, these factors significantly raise the risk of collisions. The malfunctioning warning system compromises a key safety feature intended to alert drivers before tire failure occurs.
Root Cause: A Software Communication Gap
According to documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Tesla's software failed to maintain tire pressure alerts between ignition cycles. The warning light could reset between trips even if the low pressure persisted — eliminating a key feedback loop essential for driver awareness.
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Proposed Fix: Over-the-Air (OTA) Update
In typical Tesla fashion, the automaker is rolling out an OTA software update to address the issue. This means affected owners won’t need to visit a service center for repairs. Tesla confirmed that the software fix ensures the warning light will now persist appropriately between drive cycles, restoring expected functionality to the TPMS.
Timeline for Notification
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning mid-February. However, many vehicles have already received the OTA update as part of Tesla’s proactive deployment strategy. For peace of mind, drivers can manually verify if their vehicle is covered via the NHTSA VIN lookup tool or Tesla’s recall support.
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What Should Tesla Owners Do?
- Check if your Tesla is affected using the NHTSA Recall Lookup or Tesla account dashboard.
- Ensure your vehicle is connected to Wi-Fi to receive OTA updates.
- Manually monitor tire pressure in the meantime using a tire pressure gauge.
- Contact Tesla Support at 877-798-3752 if you have questions or haven't received the update.
TPMS: Why It’s Legally Required
All passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. after 2007 are mandated by federal law to include a TPMS. This system provides an early warning about tire under-inflation, an essential safety feature that can prevent vehicle instability. Failures of such systems are taken seriously by both regulators and manufacturers alike due to the high risk they pose.
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Other Recent Tesla Recalls: A Troubling Pattern?
In recent months, Tesla has issued several recalls. In October, a rearview camera visibility flaw affected Model S and Model X vehicles. In November, certain powertrain calibration issues prompted a separate recall. The current TPMS failure continues a growing trend in software-centric issues — a side effect of Tesla’s heavy reliance on code-based vehicle management.
Regulatory Oversight and Consumer Trust
The NHTSA continues to monitor Tesla’s safety responses closely. As the auto industry becomes increasingly digital, ensuring these systems meet traditional safety expectations will be key. Consumer trust in EV technology — and Tesla in particular — depends on the reliability and transparency surrounding these fixes.
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Conclusion: Stay Informed, Stay Safe
While Tesla’s ability to rapidly deploy over-the-air updates is a technological advantage, owners must remain vigilant and engaged with safety bulletins. Recalls like this highlight the dual-edge nature of software-defined vehicles: immense convenience paired with new categories of risk.
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Last Updated On May, 19-2025