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Tesla to fix software for 77,650 China-made vehicles, says market regulator

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Posted on December 31, 2024

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· Last updated: January 27, 2026

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Tesla is recalling 77,650 Model 3 and Model Y cars in China due to software issues affecting tyre pressure display. This action highlights safety concerns in the electric vehicle market.
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BEIJING (Reuters) - Tesla will fix software in 77,650 China-made Model 3 and Model Y cars over safety hazards, China's market regulator said on Tuesday. The action, due to software issues that may

Tesla to Address Software Issues in China-Made Vehicles

BEIJING (Reuters) - Tesla will fix software in 77,650 China-made Model 3 and Model Y cars over safety hazards, China's market regulator said on Tuesday.

The action, due to software issues that may fail to display the monitored tyre pressure immediately after the vehicle starts, is described as a product recall under Chinese regulations, the regulator said. It was not immediately clear if drivers might need, or would be eligible, to return vehicles to Tesla for refunds.

The U.S. electric vehicle maker is also recalling 63 imported Model S and Model X cars in China over issues with the driver's frontal airbag.

(Reporting by Qiaoyi Li and Brenda Goh)

Key Takeaways

  • Tesla recalls 77,650 China-made Model 3 and Model Y cars.
  • Software issue affects tyre pressure display after startup.
  • 63 imported Model S and Model X cars also recalled in China.
  • Chinese market regulator classifies it as a product recall.
  • Unclear if refunds or returns are available for affected vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is Tesla's recall of vehicles in China due to software issues affecting tyre pressure display.
What vehicles are affected?
77,650 China-made Model 3 and Model Y cars, and 63 imported Model S and Model X cars are affected.
Why is Tesla recalling these vehicles?
The recall is due to software issues that may fail to display monitored tyre pressure immediately after vehicle startup.

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