However, while many recalls are related to mechanical or quality-control issues that could pose an issue over time if not addressed, most Tesla recalls relate to software.
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In 2022, a software issue affecting about 1600 cars meant tail lights were not illuminating properly. Last year, a software issue affecting almost 35,000 cars meant the vehicle could be driven with an unlatched bonnet, without warning the user as designed. And earlier this year, a software issue affecting only a few hundred cars could result in a loss of power steering. All these issues were resolved via software updates.
Some Tesla recalls have been due to physical faults, including a rear camera cable routed improperly, and cars not meeting Australian requirements for child-seat anchors.
The latest issue comes as investors and analysts continue to express concerns over Tesla founder and chief executive Elon Musk, who has been increasingly focused on US politics, his social media platform X and his artificial intelligence group xAI, in addition to his aerospace outfit SpaceX.
Last month, Tesla authorised a new incentive of $46 billion in shares for Musk, which will vest if he continues to serve in the top post for another two years.
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