Electric vehicle giant Tesla has issued a new recall in the US covering 20,349 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles to comply with safety standards. Inspections by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) revealed that the low-beam headlights on these vehicles exceed legal limits. Technical analysis is ongoing to determine if this could blind oncoming drivers and increase the risk of accidents.

Which Model 3 and Model Y Vehicles Are Affected?

According to details shared by the NHTSA, the recall covers Model 3 vehicles manufactured between 2017 and 2023 and Model Y vehicles manufactured between 2020 and 2023. Measurements indicate that the vehicles’ factory-installed low beam headlights emit excessive light, potentially negatively impacting the visibility of other drivers on the road during night driving.

Solution Not Yet Clear

Tesla and the NHTSA are continuing the technical planning process to resolve the issue. It is not yet clear whether the problem will be solved with a software update or a physical service intervention. The company is expected to provide official information to vehicle owners regarding the steps they need to take in a short time.

Safety and Inspection Processes Increase at Tesla

The inspections Tesla is facing regarding safety are not limited to the headlight system. The regulatory body NHTSA recently launched a preliminary investigation into approximately 1.2 million Tesla vehicles following complaints of suspension malfunctions that could affect steering control. The latest recall decision regarding the headlights increases pressure on the brand’s production standards and safety controls.