Tesla Recall 2025: Check If Your Vehicle Is Affected by the Rearview Camera Issue
Tesla has announced its first vehicle recall of 2025, affecting nearly 240,000 cars due to a rearview camera issue that could reduce visibility and increase the risk of crashes. Drivers across the U.S., including Arizona, are advised to check if their vehicle is on the list.
Why Is Tesla Recalling These Vehicles?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a faulty computer circuit board in certain Tesla models may short out, leading to the loss of the rearview camera image. This visibility issue raises safety concerns for drivers.
Which Tesla Models Are Affected?
The recall impacts the following models:
- 2024-2025 Model 3
- 2024-2025 Model S
- 2023-2025 Model X
- 2023-2025 Model Y
How Is Tesla Fixing the Problem?
Tesla has issued a free over-the-air software update to address the issue. Additionally, the company will replace affected computers in vehicles that have experienced a circuit board failure or stress that could lead to failure. This service will be provided at no cost to the vehicle owner.
What Should Owners Do Next?
Tesla will mail notification letters to owners of affected cars starting March 7, 2025. If you own one of the impacted vehicles, it’s essential to verify if your car is included in this recall:
- Contact Tesla Customer Service: Call 1-877-798-3752 and reference recall number SB-25-00-001.
- Reach Out to the NHTSA: Call the Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit nhtsa.gov for more details.
- Run a Free Recall Check: You can also run a Tesla recall check at VinCheck.info to determine if your car is on the list.
Safety Reminder
While Tesla has reported that there have been no crashes, injuries, or fatalities related to this issue, it’s important for affected owners to take prompt action to ensure their vehicle is compliant with safety standards.
Additional Investigation into Tesla Safety
This recall comes after a major recall in December 2024 involving over 2 million Tesla vehicles to address a defective Autopilot system. Additionally, U.S. regulators recently opened an investigation into 2.6 million Tesla vehicles following reports of crashes related to the use of Tesla’s autonomous driving technology.