Tesla has deployed a software update to fix a rearview camera problem that led to a recall involving its Model 3, Model Y, Model S, and Model X vehicles.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has released a recall report that impacts approximately 239,382 vehicles.
This recall is due to a problem with the Autopilot and Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer, which can lead to the rearview camera display malfunctioning.
It specifically impacts Model 3 and Model S vehicles made between 2023 and 2025, as well as Model Y and Model X units from the 2024 to 2025 model years.
The issue is associated with a short circuit in the primary and/or secondary power components, and it ties back to a previous recall from last November that had largely been addressed.
The NHTSA estimates about 2 percent of the affected vehicles might experience this problem.
Tesla has recorded 887 warranty claims and 68 field reports regarding these rearview camera issues.
To rectify the situation, the recent software updates modify how the vehicles power up to prevent any potential short circuits.
Owners whose vehicles have been updated won’t need to take any additional action.
For most owners, there’s no need to schedule a service appointment unless they’ve previously encountered camera failures, particularly during the last round of recalls or right after a software update.
Those operating on software versions 2024.44.25.3, 2024.45.25.6, or later, which have already been installed on a majority of vehicles, should be in the clear if they haven’t experienced any camera problems or a loss of Autopilot and FSD functionality.
In cases where it’s necessary, Tesla’s service team will replace the affected vehicle’s computer with one that supports proper rearview camera operation, at no extra cost to the customer.
The NHTSA provides this summary in the recall report:
“On or shortly after December 18, 2024, at no cost to customers, affected vehicles began receiving an over-the-air (OTA) software update that changes the vehicle power up sequence to prevent the shorting failure condition to the primary and/or secondary power component. No further action is necessary from owners of affected vehicles that are equipped with software release 2024.44.25.3, 2024.45.25.6 or a later release if an affected vehicle has not experienced the shorting failure condition or stress that may lead to the shorting failure condition. If a vehicle was impacted by this condition prior to installing software release 2024.44.25.3, 2024.45.25.6 or a later release, Tesla will replace the vehicle’s car computer at no cost to the customer.”
The NHTSA recall number for this issue is 25V-002, and you can view the full recall notice below.