Tesla recalls nearly half a million cars over safety issues

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30 Dec 2021 • 9:51 PM MYT
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In this file photo taken on October 23, 2019 the logo marks the showroom and service centre for the US automotive and energy company Tesla in Amsterdam. — AFP pic

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DEC 30 — Tesla Inc is recalling more than 475,000 of its Model 3 and Model S electric cars to address rearview camera and trunk issues that increase the risk of crashing, the US road safety regulator said.

The US electric vehicle manufacturer is recalling 356,309 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles to address rearview camera issues and 119,009 Model S vehicles due to front hood problems.

“Unavailability of the rearview camera display may affect the driver’s rear view and increase the risk of a collision,” the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said.

Tesla is not aware of any crashes, injuries or deaths related to the issues with its Model 3 and Model S cars, the NHTSA said.

Tesla shares were down 1.1 per cent in premarket trading today. — Reuters