Tesla Inc. has recalled 218,868 vehicles in the United States over a rearview camera display delay that could increase the risk of a crash, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the issue affects certain Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X vehicles. The defect causes a delay in the rearview camera image when the car is shifted into reverse, temporarily reducing driver visibility.
The regulator noted that the recall covers hundreds of thousands of vehicles and confirmed that Tesla has already issued an over-the-air software update to address the malfunction.
According to reports, the delayed camera feed could pose a safety risk by limiting the driver’s ability to clearly see obstacles or pedestrians while reversing.
The recall adds to ongoing scrutiny of Tesla’s safety systems in the US automotive market, where regulators have been closely monitoring software-related features in its vehicles.
Last month, the NHTSA closed a separate investigation into about 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over a remote vehicle movement feature, concluding it was only linked to low-speed incidents.
Tesla has not reported any injuries linked to the rearview camera issue, but the company is proceeding with the software fix as a precautionary measure.
The latest recall highlights the growing reliance on software updates in modern vehicle safety management, particularly among electric and autonomous vehicle manufacturers.
