The electric car manufacturer Tesla issued a recall for over 1.8 million cars due to faulty hood latches. The problem was identified after complaints from Chinese customers about unintended hood opening.
Tesla found deformation of the hood latch switch as the core issue, leading to a recall for affected Model 3s, Model Ss, Model Xs, and Model Ys. The solution involves an over-the-air software patch to alert drivers about open hoods.
The safety issue was first noticed in China, followed by reports in North America and Europe. While the exact cause variation across regions is unknown, Tesla decided on a recall after investigating warranty claims and field reports.
Despite the recall affecting a significant number of vehicles, Tesla noted no crashes or injuries related to the hood latch problem. The solution involves pushing a software update that can alert drivers to secure their hoods when open.
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